HP Pavilion dv9300 Multimedia - Windows Vista
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- HP Pavilion dv9300 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 1
Multimedia User Guide - HP Pavilion dv9300 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 2
in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. First Edition: January 2007 Document Part Number: 435186-001 - HP Pavilion dv9300 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 3
Identifying the installed optical drive 11 Inserting an optical disc ...11 Removing an optical disc when running on battery or external power 12 Removing an optical disc when no computer power is available 13 Using the media activity functions ...14 Using the media activity hotkeys 14 Using the - HP Pavilion dv9300 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 4
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1 Using multimedia hardware Using the audio features The following illustration and table describe the audio features of the computer. NOTE Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component (1) Internal microphones (2) (2) Speakers (2) (3) Audio-in ( - HP Pavilion dv9300 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 6
Audio-out (headphone) jack (5) Audio-out (headphone) S/PDIF jack (6) Volume mute button (7) Volume scroll zone Description Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. Provides enhanced audio performance, including surround sound and other high - HP Pavilion dv9300 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 7
) jack The computer is equipped with a stereo (dual-channel) microphone jack that supports an optional stereo array or monaural microphone. Using sound recording software with external microphones you will need an optional mini TOS link cable and/or adapter. ENWW Using the audio features 3 - HP Pavilion dv9300 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 8
Adjusting the volume You can adjust the volume using the following controls: ● Computer volume buttons: ● To mute or restore volume, press the mute button. ● To decrease volume, slide your finger across the volume scroll zone from right to left. ● To increase volume, slide your finger across the - HP Pavilion dv9300 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 9
Using the Quick Launch buttons NOTE The tapping sound made by the Quick Launch buttons is enabled at the factory. You can disable the sound in the Setup Utility (f10). The media button (1) and the DVD button (2) functions vary by model and installed software. With these buttons, you can watch DVD - HP Pavilion dv9300 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 10
Using the video features Using the external monitor port The external monitor port connects an external display device, such as an external monitor or a projector, to the computer. To connect a display device, connect the device cable to the external monitor port. NOTE If a properly connected - HP Pavilion dv9300 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 11
support one S-Video device connected to the S-Video-out jack, while simultaneously supporting an image on the computer display or on any other supported Plug the other end of the cable into the video device, as instructed in the user guide included with the device. 3. Press the fn+f4 keys to switch - HP Pavilion dv9300 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 12
support one HDMI device connected to the HDMI port, while simultaneously supporting an image on the computer display or any other supported the cable to the video device, according to the device manufacturer's instructions. 3. Press fn+f4 to switch the image between the display devices connected - HP Pavilion dv9300 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 13
camera may not work properly across some network firewalls. If you are having trouble viewing or sending video to someone on another LAN or outside your network firewall, contact your Internet service provider for assistance. ● Whenever possible, place bright light sources behind the camera and - HP Pavilion dv9300 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 14
brightness values of the middle range of gray tones without dramatically altering the shadows and highlights. A lower gamma setting makes grays look black, and makes dark colors even darker. The Properties dialog box is accessible from various programs that use the integrated camera, usually from - HP Pavilion dv9300 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 15
Using an optical drive Depending on the type of optical drive and software installed in your computer, the optical drive plays, copies, and creates CDs or DVDs. Identifying the installed optical drive ▲ Select Start > Computer. Inserting an optical disc 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Press the release - HP Pavilion dv9300 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 16
Removing an optical disc when running on battery or external power 1. Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the media tray, and then gently pull out the tray (2) until it stops. 2. Remove the - HP Pavilion dv9300 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 17
Removing an optical disc when no computer power is available 1. Insert the end of a paper clip (1) into the release access in the front bezel of the drive. 2. Press in gently on the paper - HP Pavilion dv9300 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 18
Using the media activity functions The media activity hotkeys and the media activity buttons (select models only) control the play of an audio CD or a DVD that is inserted into the optical drive. Using the media activity hotkeys A media activity hotkey is a combination of the fn key (1) and a - HP Pavilion dv9300 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 19
Using the media activity buttons NOTE The tapping sound made by the media activity buttons is enabled at the factory. You can disable the sound in the Setup Utility (f10.) The following illustration and tables describe the functions of the media activity buttons when a disc is inserted in the - HP Pavilion dv9300 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 20
Next/fast forward button Disc status Playing Playing Stop button Disc status Playing Button Next/fast forward button fn + next/fast forward button Function Plays the next track or chapter. Fast forwards the playback. Button Stop button Function Stops the playback. 16 Chapter 1 Using multimedia - HP Pavilion dv9300 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 21
, the following multimedia tasks may be supported: ● Playing digital media, including audio a reliable external power source. Do not write to a disc while the computer is running on battery power. Before writing to , refer to the software manufacturer's instructions that may be provided on disc, as - HP Pavilion dv9300 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 22
. NOTE Some programs may be located in subfolders. 2. Insert the media disc, such as an audio CD, into the optical drive. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. - or - 1. Insert the media disc, such as an audio CD, into the optical drive. An AutoPlay dialog box opens. 2. Click a multimedia task - HP Pavilion dv9300 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 23
if you want to continue. If this message is displayed, click No. After you click No: ● Playback may resume. - or - ● Playback may stop and the screen may clear. To return to playing the CD or DVD, press the power button and then restart the disc. ENWW Preventing playback disruptions 19 - HP Pavilion dv9300 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 24
Changing DVD region settings Most DVDs that contain copyrighted files also contain region codes. The region codes help protect copyrights internationally. You can play a DVD containing a region code only if the region code on the DVD matches the region setting on your DVD drive. CAUTION The region - HP Pavilion dv9300 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 25
activity buttons 15 media activity hotkeys 14 media button 5 microphones, supported 3 monitor, connecting 6 multimedia software described 17 using 18 mute button 2, 4 O optical disc inserting 11 removing, with power 12 removing, without power 13 writing to 17 optical drive playing 19 protecting 17 - HP Pavilion dv9300 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 26
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