HP IQ506 Getting Started Guide
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- HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 1
Welcome to the next generation of computers. - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 2
that is not furnished by HP. This document contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright. No part of this document may be Windows logo and Windows Vista are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries/regions. HP supports - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 3
PC hardware 17 Updating your HP TouchSmart software 17 Using the CD/DVD Drive ...17 Using the TV Tuner to Watch and Record TV Programs on the HP TouchSmart PC 18 Connecting the TV signal source to the computer 18 Setting up the HP TouchSmart PC with a set-top box 20 Completing the Windows - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 4
the HP TouchSmart PC Screen 27 Using the Computer with Safety and Comfort 28 Recycling Your Old Computer Hardware 28 Using the HP TouchSmart Software 29 What is HP TouchSmart software 29 Opening the HP TouchSmart software 29 Navigating in HP TouchSmart 30 Using the onscreen keyboard 32 - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 5
Clock ...53 Displaying the time for up to three places 53 HP TouchSmart RSS Reader ...54 Setting up RSS feeds ...54 Importing a list of RSS feeds ...54 HP TouchSmart Browser ...55 Selecting Items on the Windows Desktop and in Other Software 57 Software Quick Reference Table 58 Index ...61 - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 6
for your computer model. Order parts and find additional troubleshooting help. HP TouchSmart PC Getting Started guide (this guide) Upgrading and Servicing Guide NOTE: If this guide is not included with your printed documentation, tap the Windows Vista start button™ , tap Help and Support, and then - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 7
the HP TouchSmart PC The HP TouchSmart PC is a fun and engaging touch-enabled high performance computer built into a high-definition* 22" diagonal widescreen display. The slim and stylish computer offers an engaging touch experience, along with exciting built-in features like webcam, CD/DVD player - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 8
Front and right side of the HP TouchSmart PC Features and configurations vary by model E DCD E B F A O G H I J K L N M Item Description A LCD display optimized The HP TouchSmart PC integrates a state-of-the-art 56-cm (22-in) diagonal for Touch widescreen high-definition display with - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 9
(pre-n). F Power/Sleep button Press the Power/Sleep button to turn on your HP TouchSmart PC, or put it in Sleep mode. To turn off your computer, tap the Windows Vista start button , tap the Arrow button next to the Lock icon, and then select Shut Down. G Slot-loading CD/DVD drive (located on - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 10
(continued) Sleek wireless keyboard and mouse fit under the HP TouchSmart PC. Use the built-in, high-quality stereo speakers for a powerful media experience when listening to music, or when watching your home videos and DVDs. Left side of the HP TouchSmart PC Features and configurations vary - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 11
on the computer, and then pressing it until it snaps into place. Back of the HP TouchSmart PC Features and configurations vary by model A B I C D E J F G K H L M Connector Function A USB 2.0 Connect USB devices (USB 2.0) such as printers, external hard disk drives, digital cameras - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 12
. (SPDIF Out) Supports 4.1 and 5.1 speakers. D Audio line out Connect external 2.0 and 2.1 powered speakers. E TV computer from theft and unwanted changes. K Power connector Plug the power adapter into the computer. L Wireless keyboard Preinstalled receiver for using a wireless keyboard - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 13
select models only. G Wireless keyboard and mouse receiver Indicates wireless signals received from the wireless keyboard and mouse. The LED is visible from the back of the computer. H Optical Disc Drive Activity Indicates Optical Disc Drive is in use. Getting to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 7 - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 14
the AC adapter (brick), and the power adapter cord into the back of the computer. Route the power cord through the notch in the computer stand, and then plug the power cord into an AC power source through a surge protector/uninterruptible power supply (UPS). Cable Management The HP TouchSmart PC - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 15
the back of the computer. A 3 Replace the connector cover by aligning the hooks on the right edge of the cover with the slots on the computer, and then pressing it until it snaps into place. Then, route the cables through the notch (B) in the computer stand. B Getting to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 9 - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 16
stable position on your desktop, pull the computer stand open until it snaps into place. Then, if you want to change the angle of HP TouchSmart PC, hold each side of the computer, and tilt it back to an angle of between 10 and 40 degrees from the vertical. 10° min. 40° max CAUTION: Make sure the - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 17
rear of the HP TouchSmart PC will illuminate when the synchronization command has been received and will go off when synchronization is complete. A BC If this does not work, remove and then re-insert the wireless keyboard and mouse receiver from the back of the computer and then synchronize - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 18
the computer to turn it on. Complete the initial setup by following the onscreen instructions. Please be patient while the setup process completes, it may take several minutes. A B You can also turn on the HP TouchSmart PC or put it into Sleep mode by pressing the Power/Sleep button on the keyboard - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 19
off the HP TouchSmart PC Tap the Windows Vista start button , tap the Arrow button next to the Lock icon, and then select Shut Down. Changing power settings You can choose basic power settings that can help conserve energy or enhance computer performance. You can also customize power settings for - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 20
's instructions. 4 Connect your computer to the network. NOTE: A DSL wall connection is shown here. If you have a cable modem, the connection from the wall to the modem will be with a coaxial cable. Internet Wall plug Broadband modem (DSL/cable) Wireless router 5 Configure the HP TouchSmart PC - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 21
you: 1 Purchase high-speed Internet service from an Internet service provider (ISP). 2 Purchase a broadband wall, connect directly from your computer Ethernet port to the Ethernet wall connector with an Ethernet cable. The Ethernet port on the HP TouchSmart PC is located on the back of the computer - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 22
to the modem, and wait until the modem has completed its startup cycle. Reconnect power to the router. Then, turn on the wired computers and your HP TouchSmart PC. d Test the network connection for each wired computer by opening your Web browser and accessing any Web site. Using Bluetooth Devices - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 23
HP TouchSmart PC hardware To find detailed instructions on removing and replacing the memory and the hard disk drive for your HP TouchSmart PC, refer to the Upgrading and Servicing Guide that came with your computer. Updating your HP TouchSmart software Check www.hp.com/go/touchsmart for updated - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 24
Please read "Additional Safety Information" in the Limited Warranty, Support, and System Recovery 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, which is included with select models - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 25
To connect the TV signal source to your HP TouchSmart PC: 1 Connect the coaxial cable from your TV antenna or TV cable provider to the TV tuner adapter and then connect this to the TV In (PAL/DVB-T) (A) connector located on the back of the computer behind the connector cover. Or Connect an S-Video - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 26
that came with your HP TouchSmart PC to operate your set-top box when you use the Windows Media Center program to select TV channels. To use a set-top box with Windows Media Center: 1 Connect the IR emitter cable (A) to the IR Out connector (D) on the back of the computer. 2 Remove the paper from - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 27
control. Pressing the Power/Sleep button on the remote control turns on the HP TouchSmart PC or puts it into Sleep mode. For more information about how to watch and record TV programs, refer to the Watching and Recording TV guide; tap the Windows Vista start button , tap Help and Support, and then - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 28
speaker options: Built-in analog stereo speakers Analog 2.0 or 2.1 powered speakers Digital 3.1, 4.1, or 5.1 powered speakers Audio receiver NOTES: The HP TouchSmart PC supports powered speaker systems only. Powered speakers require a separate power supply. When the Audio line in connector is being - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 29
on the back of the computer behind the connector cover, and then use the following procedure to enable the speakers or audio receiver. If necessary, refer to the instructions that came with your speakers Experience, Recording Experience, and Advanced buttons. Getting to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 23 - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 30
on the right side of the computer. 2 Use the Microsoft Volume icon on the taskbar: a Press and hold (or with the mouse, right-click) the Volume icon, and then select Open Volume Mixer. The Volume Mixer settings window opens. b To adjust the volume for HP TouchSmart programs (Notes, Music, and Video - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 31
Windows Media Center: 1 Tap the Windows Vista start button . 2 Tap Windows Media Center. 3 Scroll to the Tasks menu, tap settings, General, and then tap Windows the microphone array Your HP TouchSmart PC comes with a built-in microphone array near the webcam on the front of the computer. The array is - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 32
sides or back of the 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. Installing a Security Lock A security lock (sold separately) enables you to secure your computer from theft and unwanted changes - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 33
touch screen: 1 Turn off the computer. Tap the Windows Vista start button , tap the Arrow button next to the Lock icon, and then tap Shut Down. 2 Disconnect the power cord from the wall. 3 Spray a small amount of a mild glass cleaner onto the cleaning cloth that came with your HP TouchSmart PC. You - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 34
: Tap the Windows Vista start button , tap Help and Support, User Guides, and then tap Safety & Comfort Guide. Or Type http://www.hp.com/ergo into the Web browser address box, and then press the Enter key on the keyboard. Recycling Your Old Computer Hardware HP offers computer equipment recycling - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 35
the HP TouchSmart software A To open the HP TouchSmart software, just press the HP TouchSmart button (A) on the lower-right side of the HP TouchSmart PC. You can also double-tap the HP TouchSmart shortcut icon on the desktop to open the HP TouchSmart software. Using the HP TouchSmart Software - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 36
controls at the top right of the window. Tap the Windows Vista icon in the upper-left corner to minimize HP TouchSmart and go to the Microsoft Windows desktop. To quickly scroll left and right, or up and down, you can touch and drag your finger across the screen in the direction you want to scroll - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 37
inside a text window and the onscreen keyboard appears. Use it to enter text by using touch. Because this touch technology is sensitive, HP recommends that you handle the touch screen with care. Please review the following cautions: CAUTION: Because the HP TouchSmart touch screen uses a sensitive - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 38
Using the onscreen keyboard The onscreen keyboard or Windows Touch Input Panel enables you to enter text not available or if you want to adjust your touch settings, tap the Windows Vista start button , tap Control Panel, Mobile PC, and then tap Pen and Input Devices. Select the setting to enable the - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 39
HP TouchSmart and links to various Web sites. Use the upper, large tile area for programs you use often, and use the lower, small tile area to store the rest of your program shortcuts. You can easily move these tiles around by pressing a tile and dragging it to a new location in the window - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 40
, www.hp.com/go/touchsmart). Or HP TouchSmart homepage. 6 Tap OK to return to the HP TouchSmart HP TouchSmart Browser. See "HP TouchSmart Browser" on page 55 for more information. Selecting tiles to view or hide 1 Open HP TouchSmart return to the HP TouchSmart homepage. NOTE: of the screen. Some of - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 41
the photo you want. NOTE: The Snapfish Web site is not available in some countries/regions. HP TouchSmart Photo supports the .jpg file format. You can view your photos in Tile View, or you can select the Fan icon at the bottom of the window to view your photos in Fan View. Using the - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 42
drive, a removable drive, or a memory card. HP TouchSmart Photo scans your hard disk drive and all available drives to find photos that you can view in the HP TouchSmart Photo window. 1 Open HP TouchSmart, and select the Photo tile. 2 Navigate to the group of pictures you want to view: Tap Dates - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 43
it. 4 Tap Print Photos. If the Print Photos button is dimmed, you need to connect your printer and set it up to work with the computer. 5 Select your print options, and then tap Print. 6 Follow any onscreen printing instructions. Using the HP TouchSmart Software 37 - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 44
can make changes to your photos in HP TouchSmart Photo. Some of the editing features include removing red-eye, cropping, auto-correcting, a photo: 1 Open HP TouchSmart, and select the Photo tile. 2 Tap anywhere on a photo to open it. When you open a photo, the photo editing window opens. 3 Select an - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 45
Windows Vista start button , tap All Programs, CyberLink DVD Suite, select the icon to start the recording program, and then select a task in the list. When the program opens, you can tap the Help menu, and then tap Help for more information about recording a CD or DVD of your photos. HP TouchSmart - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 46
to your music CDs in HP TouchSmart Music: 1 Insert your CD into the CD drive by pushing the disc directly into the slot drive, with the label facing the front of the computer. 2 Open HP TouchSmart, and select the Music tile. Your CD appears at the top of the Music window, as Audio CD. 3 Select Audio - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 47
the right side of the HP TouchSmart PC, or on the keyboard. Additionally, to adjust the volume for the HP TouchSmart Music program, press and hold (or with the mouse, right-click) the Speaker icon in the Windows taskbar. Select Open Volume Mixer, and adjust the HP TouchSmart Music volume slider. (To - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 48
Creating a playlist of your favorite songs You can create a playlist by simply dragging your songs to the Playlist window. 1 Open HP TouchSmart, and select the Music tile. 2 Select Album, and then select an album to add songs to your playlist. 3 You can drag an entire album into - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 49
tap the Windows Vista start button , tap All Programs, tap Windows Media Player, and then tap the Help icon. * HP supports the lawful use of technology and does not endorse or encourage the use of our products for purposes other than those permitted by copyright law. Using the HP TouchSmart Software - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 50
to your Videos folder. 2 Once you have added your videos to the computer, you can play them in HP TouchSmart. Watching your videos 1 Open HP TouchSmart, and select the Video tile. 2 Select Dates, Folders, All Videos, or Removable Disk (if available) to find your video. 3 Tap the video to begin - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 51
sure to adjust the volume controls on the right side of the HP TouchSmart PC, or on the keyboard. To view both volume controls in one place, press and hold (or with the mouse, right-click) the Speaker icon in the Windows taskbar. Select Open Volume Mixer, and adjust both the Speaker volume slider - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 52
made easy!, the Help menu, and then tap Using muvee autoProducer. You can also use the CyberLink DVD to record your videos to disc. Tap the Windows Vista start button , tap All Programs, tap CyberLink DVD Suite, select the Video icon to start the recording program, tap the Help menu, and then tap - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 53
a program to play your DVD, such as DVD Play or Windows Media Player. 3 Use the media controls in the DVD playing program to play your DVD. Webcam and Microphone Your HP TouchSmart PC comes with a built-in webcam (A) and array microphone (B) located at the top of your computer. You can use them - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 54
and upload your videos to YouTube. To use CyberLink YouCam: Tap the Windows Vista start button , tap All Programs, CyberLink YouCam, and then tap . This software may require a separate subscription, and is not included with HP TouchSmart. Before you can set up a video chat: 1 Download an Internet - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 55
HP TouchSmart homepage displays up to four appointments. It updates periodically by removing past events and listing upcoming appointments for that day. HP TouchSmart box. 7 Tap the drop-down arrows next to the start and end dates and times to enter this information for your event. 8 If this is - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 56
from your HP TouchSmart Calendar, tap the date, tap the event, tap the Delete button, and then tap Yes to delete the event. Synchronizing your HP TouchSmart Calendar with your Microsoft Windows Vista Calendar Open HP TouchSmart, and tap the Calendar tile. The HP TouchSmart Calendar automatically - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 57
(purchased separately). 1 Open HP TouchSmart, and select the Notes tile. 2 Select the Notepad icon at the bottom of the window. 3 Select a paper color to use your finger or a stylus. Select the ABC icon to use your keyboard, and then press the drop-down arrow to select a font. Select the Eraser - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 58
the right side of the HP TouchSmart PC, or on the keyboard. Additionally, to adjust the volume for the HP TouchSmart Notes program, press and hold (or with the mouse, right-click) the Speaker icon in the Windows taskbar. Select Open Volume Mixer, and adjust the HP TouchSmart Notes volume slider. (To - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 59
view the main clock in the smaller Clock tile. Displaying the time for up to three places 1 Open HP TouchSmart, and select the Clock tile. 2 Tap the Clock area in the center of the window to edit the time. 3 Tap in the Name box, and type in a city name. 4 Press the drop-down - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 60
feeds. 8 Tap the feed title to display it in the RSS reader window. If you tap the arrow button on the feed window, it opens in Internet Explorer outside of HP TouchSmart. When you close the feed, the HP TouchSmart RSS feed window opens. Importing a list of RSS feeds To import a list of RSS feeds - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 61
Browser: Button What it does The Back arrow button displays the previous page or window. The Forward arrow displays a Web page or window you had opened earlier. The Home icon takes you to the HP TouchSmart PC Web page. If you have created a new Web site tile, this button takes you to the - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 62
pop-ups, minimize HP TouchSmart to see it. The pop-up will be on the Windows desktop. To minimize HP TouchSmart, go to the HP TouchSmart homepage (tap the House icon on the upper left), then tap the Windows icon on the upper left of the homepage. The HP TouchSmart Browser only supports standard HTML - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 63
Selecting Items on the Windows Desktop and in Other Software With the HP TouchSmart PC, you always have the flexibility to use various ways to navigate the desktop, search the Web, and work with various programs on your computer. You can use the touch screen, keyboard, mouse, stylus (purchased - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 64
the software included with your computer. To open any of these programs, tap the Windows Vista start button , tap All Programs, select the program folder (for example, DVD Play), and then tap the program name to open the software. With this program: HP TouchSmart DVD Play You can: View, organize - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 65
desktop. Comparison-shop by using the convenient shopping search engine. Get HP software and driver updates. Get important messages from HP. Access PC Health and Security and PC Help files such as .jpg or .gif. Create .avi and .wmv (Windows Media Video) files. Using the HP TouchSmart Software 59 - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 66
60 Getting Started - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 67
4 computer power/sleep 3 DVD control 3 HP TouchSmart 3 C cable management 8 cable router clip 6 calendar using HP TouchSmart Calendar 49 camera using the webcam 47 carpal tunnel syndrome 28 CD creating music CD 43 playing 40 using the CD/DVD drive 17 cleaning touch screen 27 computer connecting - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 68
deleting 42 playing 42 power adapter connector 6 Power, LED 7 Power/Sleep button 3 Q Quick-Launch 35 R receiver, wireless keyboard and mouse 7 recycling old computer hardware 28 remote control features 3 IR receiver LED 7 Power/Sleep button 21 sensor 21 using with HP TouchSmart 21 repetitive strain - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 69
58 DVD Play 58 HP Total Care Advisor 59 HP TouchSmart 29 muvee autoProducer 58 Windows Movie Maker 59 speakers 4 adjusting volume 24 features 4 Stereo Audio In connector 6 S-Video In connector 6 synchronize keyboard and mouse 11 T television, watch and record TV programs 18 touch screen accessing - HP IQ506 | Getting Started Guide - Page 70
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Welcome to the next generation of computers.