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Using the audio-in (microphone) jack, Using S/PDIF digital audio (select models only), WARNING

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Using the audio-in (microphone) 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 allows for stereo recordings. When connecting a microphone to the microphone jack, use a microphone with a 3.5-mm plug. Using the audio-out (headphone) jack WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. CAUTION To prevent possible damage to an external device, do not plug a single sound channel (monaural) connector into the headphone jack. In addition to connecting headphones, the headphone jack is used to connect the audio input function of an audio device such as external powered speakers or a stereo system. When connecting a device to the headphone jack, use only a 3.5-mm stereo plug. When a device is connected to the headphone jack, the speakers are disabled. Using S/PDIF digital audio (select models only) S/PDIF (Sony/Phillips Digital Interface) or digital audio provides enhanced audio performance, including surround sound and other high-end audio output. For digital audio connections, connect the S/PDIF digital audio plug to the digital audio connector on your audio/video equipment. NOTE To use S/PDIF audio with the headphone jack, you need an optional mini TOS link cable and/or adapter, available from most electronics retailers. 2 Chapter 1 Using multimedia hardware ENWW

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Using the audio-in (microphone) 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 allows for
stereo recordings.
When connecting a microphone to the microphone jack, use a microphone with a 3.5-mm plug.
Using the audio-out (headphone) jack
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on
headphones, earbuds, or a headset.
CAUTION
To prevent possible damage to an external device, do not plug a single sound
channel (monaural) connector into the headphone jack.
In addition to connecting headphones, the headphone jack is used to connect the audio input function
of an audio device such as external powered speakers or a stereo system.
When connecting a device to the headphone jack, use only a 3.5-mm stereo plug.
When a device is connected to the headphone jack, the speakers are disabled.
Using S/PDIF digital audio (select models only)
S/PDIF (Sony/Phillips Digital Interface) or digital audio provides enhanced audio performance, including
surround sound and other high-end audio output.
For digital audio connections, connect the S/PDIF digital audio plug to the digital audio connector on
your audio/video equipment.
NOTE
To use S/PDIF audio with the headphone jack, you need an optional mini TOS link cable
and/or adapter, available from most electronics retailers.
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Using multimedia hardware
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