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- HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 1
Multimedia User Guide - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 2
Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are either U.S. registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 3
Product notice This user guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer. iii - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 4
iv Product notice - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 5
6 Next/fast forward button 7 Stop button ...7 Using the media activity hotkeys 7 2 Multimedia software Using QuickPlay software ...9 Using other preinstalled multimedia software 10 Installing multimedia software from a disc 11 3 Audio Connecting external audio devices ...13 Checking your audio - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 6
CD or DVD 27 6 Webcam Webcam tips ...29 Adjusting webcam properties ...30 7 Troubleshooting The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD or DVD 32 device driver must be reinstalled ...39 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 39 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 40 Index ...41 - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 7
to music ● Integrated microphone for recording your own audio ● Integrated webcam that allows you to capture and share video ● Preinstalled multimedia software that allows you to play and manage your music, movies, and pictures ● Multimedia buttons and hotkeys that provide fast access to multimedia - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 8
(6) Audio-out (headphone) jacks (2) (7) Audio-out (headphone) S/PDIF jack (select models only) Description Record sound. Turns on when video software accesses the webcam. Captures video. Produce sound. Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 9
the media button (1) and DVD button (2) vary by model and installed software. With these buttons, you can watch movies, listen to music, and may be asked to log on to Windows. QuickPlay opens after you log on. Refer to the QuickPlay software Help for more information. Using the multimedia buttons 3 - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 10
volume, press the volume down button (1). ◦ To mute or restore volume, press the mute button (2). ◦ To increase volume, press the volume up button (3). ● Windows® volume control: a. Click the Volume icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. b. Increase or decrease the volume by - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 11
Using the media activity functions The media activity buttons (select models only) and the media activity hotkeys control the play of an audio CD or a DVD in the optical drive. Using the media activity functions 5 - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 12
Using the media activity buttons The following illustration and tables describe the functions of the media activity buttons when a disc is in the optical drive. ● Previous/rewind button (1) ● Play/pause button (2) ● Next/fast forward button (3) ● Stop button (4) Previous/rewind button Disc status - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 13
Next/fast forward button Disc status Button Playing Next/fast forward button Playing fn + next/fast forward button Function Plays the next track or chapter. Fast forwards the playback. Stop button Disc status Button Playing Stop button Function Stops the playback. Using the media - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 14
2 Multimedia software Your computer includes preinstalled multimedia software that allows you to play music, watch movies, and view pictures. The following sections provide details about QuickPlay and other preinstalled multimedia software. 8 Chapter 2 Multimedia software - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 15
Using QuickPlay software QuickPlay turns your computer into a mobile entertainment center. With QuickPlay, you can shows and channels, as well as the HP-TV channel streamed in full-screen to computers with an Internet connection. ● Playlist upload support: ◦ Upload your QuickPlay photo playlists to - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 16
Using other preinstalled multimedia software To locate other preinstalled multimedia software: ▲ Select Start > All Programs, and then open the multimedia program you want to use. For example, if you want to use Windows Media Player to play an audio CD, click Windows Media Player. NOTE: Some - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 17
the installation wizard opens, follow the on-screen instructions. 3. Restart the computer if you are prompted to do so. NOTE: For details about using software included with the computer, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided with the software, on disc, or on the - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 18
music using your computer speakers and/or connected external speakers ● Record sound using the internal microphone or connect an external microphone ● Download music from the Internet ● Create multimedia presentations using audio and images ● Transmit sound and images with instant messaging programs - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 19
Cable connectors are normally color-coded to match the corresponding jacks on the computer.) ● Be sure to install any drivers required by the external device. NOTE: A driver is a required program that acts like a translator between the device and the programs that use the device. Connecting external - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 20
check the record functions of the computer, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. Click Record and speak into the microphone. Save the file to your desktop. 3. Open Windows Media Player or QuickPlay and play back the sound. NOTE: For best results when - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 21
4 Video Your computer enables you to use a variety of video features: ● Watch movies ● Play games over the Internet ● Edit pictures and video to create presentations ● Connect external video devices ● Watch TV, including high-definition TV (select models only) 15 - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 22
connected external display device does not display an image, press fn+f4 to transfer the image to the device. Repeatedly pressing fn+f4 alternates the screen image between the computer display and the device. 16 Chapter 4 Video - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 23
jack. The computer can support one S-Video device connected to the S-Video-out jack, while simultaneously supporting an image on the 2. 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 the image - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 24
such as a high-definition TV to the HDMI port (select models only) on your computer, follow these guidelines: ● Use QuickPlay as your software application. ● Set S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) as your default audio playback device. Otherwise, you may hear audio only through your computer - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 25
±RW/R and CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW/R and CD-RW Combo Drive with Double-Layer (DL) support ● HD DVD-R Drive with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double Layer (DL) support ● HD DVD-ROM Drive with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double Layer (DL) support ● LightScribe DVD±RW/R and CD-RW Combo drive with Double-Layer (DL - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 26
DVD drive, it can also read HD DVD discs. NOTE: Some of the optical drives listed may not be supported by your computer. The listed drives are not necessarily all of the supported optical drives. Some optical drives can also write to optical discs as described in the following table. Optical drive - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 27
your personal storage needs. DVDs are used primarily for movies, software, and data backup purposes. DVDs are the same form factor as CDs but have at least 8 times the storage capacity. NOTE: The optical drive on your computer may not support all the types of optical discs discussed in this section - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 28
be the next generation of the standard DVD. The capacity for an HD DVD is 15 gigabytes (GB) for single layer and 30 GB for dual layer, abut three times the capacity of a standard DVD. Also called BD, Blu-ray Disc is a high-density optical disc format for the storage of - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 29
7. If you have not yet configured AutoPlay, the AutoPlay dialog box opens and asks how you want to use the media content. Choose QuickPlay or Windows Media Player, both preinstalled on your computer. NOTE: After you insert a disc, a short pause is normal. If Sleep or Hibernation is initiated during - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 30
of the following: Press the DVD button on the control panel -or- Press the media button, and then click the DVD icon and follow the instructions on the screen. NOTE: To watch a high-definition movie, you must use QuickPlay software. 24 Chapter 5 Optical drive - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 31
the security of your computer. You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Windows Help for more information. 3. Click the "+" sign next to DVD/CD-ROM drives. 4. Right-click the DVD drive for - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 32
drive, you can use software such as Windows Media Player or Cyberlink Power2Go support all DVD formats. Refer to the user guide that came with your DVD player for a list of supported specific instructions, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided with the software - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 33
the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the disc. Hold the disc by the edges and avoid touching the flat surfaces. NOTE: If the tray is not fully accessible, tilt the disc carefully as you remove it. 3. Close the disc tray and place - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 34
in rapid succession. ● Connect-E-mail photos and video using the icon on the software interface. NOTE: For details about using webcam software, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided with the software, on disc, or on the manufacturer's Web site. 28 Chapter 6 Webcam - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 35
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 a network, or block authorized e-mail attachments. To temporarily solve the problem, disable the firewall, perform the task you want to perform, and - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 36
a subject with a large amount of background light would otherwise be obscured by blooming or silhouetting. For information about using the webcam, select Start > Help and Support. 30 Chapter 6 Webcam - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 37
7 Troubleshooting The following sections describe several common issues and resolutions. 31 - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 38
the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the disc. Hold the disc by the edges and avoid touching the flat surfaces. NOTE: If the tray is not fully accessible, tilt the disc carefully as you remove it. 4. Close the disc tray and place - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 39
If Windows does not detect an installed device, the device driver software may window, click the plus sign (+) next to DVD/CD-ROM drives, unless a minus sign (-) is already showing. Look for an optical drive listing. If the drive is not listed, install (or reinstall) the device driver as instructed - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 40
computer may behave in either of the following ways: ◦ Playback may resume. - or - ◦ The playback window in the multimedia program may close. To return to playing the disc, click the Play button in your multimedia (16 bit), if this setting is not already selected. 34 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 41
A disc does not play automatically 1. Click Start and type autoplay in the Start Search box. As you type, search results are listed in the pane above the box. 2. In the results pane, click Autoplay. If prompted by User Account Control, click Continue. 3. Select the check box for Use AutoPlay for all - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 42
Colors to Medium (16 bit), if this setting is not already selected. ◦ Disconnect external devices, such as a printer, scanner, camera, or handheld device. 36 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 43
displays, the DVD image will not appear on any display designated as the secondary display. To get information about a multimedia question not covered in this guide, go to Start > Help and Support. A DVD movie is not visible on an external display 37 - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 44
Be sure that you are using the right kind of disc for your drive. See your user guides for more information about disc types. ● Be sure that the disc is inserted properly. ● the disc-burning device driver located in the DVD/CD-ROM drives category in Device Manager. 38 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 45
: 1. Open your Internet browser, go to http://www.hp.com, and click the Software & Driver Downloads link. 2. On the Software & Driver downloads page, type your computer model number as instructed, and then press Enter. - or - If you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 46
specific product from the models listed. 4. Click the Windows Vista® operating system. 5. When the list of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to open a window containing additional information. 6. Click Install now to install the updated driver without downloading on-screen instructions to - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 47
Index A audio devices, connecting external 13 audio features 12 audio functions, checking 14 audio-in (microphone) jack 2 audio- , watching 24 multimedia buttons 3 multimedia components, identifying 2 multimedia software 8, 10 multimedia software, installing 11 R region codes, DVD 25 S S-Video-out - HP Pavilion tx2000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 48
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