Page 3 - Table of contents
Table of contents 1 Multimedia features Identifying your multimedia components .............................................................................................. 2Using the MediaSmart button (select models only) ...............................................................................
Page 5 - Multimedia features
1 Multimedia features Your computer includes multimedia features that allow you to listen to music, watch movies, and viewpictures. Your computer may include the following multimedia components: ● Optical drive for playing audio and video discs ● Integrated speakers for listening to music ● Integrat...
Page 6 - Identifying your multimedia components
Identifying your multimedia components The following illustration and table describe the multimedia features of the computer. Component Description (1) Internal digital dual array microphones (2) Record sound. (2) Webcam light Turns on when video software accesses the webcam. (3) Webcam Captures vid...
Page 8 - Adjusting the volume
Adjusting the volume You can adjust the volume using the following controls: ● Computer volume buttons: ◦ To mute or restore volume, press the mute button (1) . ◦ To decrease volume, slide your finger across the volume scroll zone from right to left, or pressthe volume down button (2) . ◦ To increas...
Page 9 - Using the media activity hotkeys
Using the media activity hotkeys A media activity hotkey is a combination of the fn key (1) and a function key (2) . ● When an audio CD or a DVD is not playing, press fn+f9 (3) to play the disc. ● When an audio CD or a DVD is playing, use the following hotkeys: ◦ To pause or resume playing the disc,...
Page 10 - Multimedia software; Using HP MediaSmart software
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 MediaSmart and other preinstalledmultimedia software. Using HP MediaSmart software MediaSmart turns your computer ...
Page 11 - Using other preinstalled multimedia software; Installing multimedia software from a disc
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 pr...
Page 12 - Audio
3 Audio Your computer enables you to use a variety of audio features: ● Play 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...
Page 13 - Connecting external audio devices; Checking your audio functions
Connecting external audio devices WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety information, refer to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices . To connect external devices such as external speaker...
Page 14 - Video; Connecting an external monitor or projector
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) Connecting an external monitor or proje...
Page 15 - Connecting an HDMI device
Connecting an HDMI device The computer includes an HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) port. The HDMI port connectsthe computer to an optional video or audio device, such as a high-definition television, or any compatibledigital or audio component. The computer can support one HDMI device co...
Page 16 - Configuring audio for HDMI
Configuring audio for HDMI To configure HDMI audio, first connect an audio or video device, such as a high-definition TV, to theHDMI port on your computer. Then configure the default audio playback device as follows: 1. Right-click the Speakers icon in the notification area, at the far right of the ...
Page 18 - Optical drive; Identifying the installed optical drive
5 Optical drive Your computer includes an optical drive that expands the functionality of the computer. Identify whatkind of device is installed in your computer to see its capabilities. The optical drive allows you to readdata discs, play music, and watch movies. If your computer includes a Blu-ray...
Page 20 - Selecting the right disc; DVD±R discs
Selecting the right disc An optical drive supports optical discs (CDs and DVDs). CDs, used to store digital data, are also usedfor commercial audio recordings and are convenient for your personal storage needs. DVDs are usedprimarily for movies, software, and data backup purposes. DVDs are the same ...
Page 21 - LightScribe DVD+R discs
LightScribe DVD+R discs Use LightScribe DVD+R discs for sharing and storing data, home videos, and photos. These discs areread-compatible with most DVD-ROM drives and DVD video players. With a LightScribe-enabled driveand LightScribe software, you can write data to the disc and then add a designer l...
Page 22 - Playing music
Playing music 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Press the release button (1) on the optical drive bezel to release the disc tray. 3. Pull out the tray (2) . 4. Hold the disc by the edges and position the disc label-side up over the tray spindle. NOTE: If the tray is not fully accessible, tilt the disc car...
Page 23 - Watching a movie
Watching a movie Your optical drive allows you to watch movies from a disc. You can also watch high-definition moviesfrom a disc if your computer includes an optional Blu-ray Disc ROM Drive. 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Press the release button (1) on the optical drive bezel to release the disc tray....
Page 24 - Changing DVD region settings
Changing DVD region settings Most DVDs that contain copyrighted files also contain region codes. The region codes help protectcopyrights internationally. You can play a DVD containing a region code only if the region code on the DVD matches the regionsetting on your DVD drive. CAUTION: The region se...
Page 25 - Creating or “burning” a CD or DVD
Creating or “burning” a CD or DVD If your computer includes a CD-RW, DVD-RW, or DVD±RW optical drive, you can use software suchas Windows Media Player or CyberLink Power2Go to burn data and audio files, including MP3 and WAVmusic files. To burn video files to a CD or DVD, use MyDVD. Observe the foll...
Page 28 - Troubleshooting; The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD or
7 Troubleshooting The following sections describe several common issues and resolutions. The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD or DVD 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 clip until the disc t...
Page 31 - A DVD movie is not visible on an external display; The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops
A DVD movie is not visible on an external display 1. If both the computer display and an external display are turned on, press fn+f4 one or more times to switch between the 2 displays. 2. Configure the monitor settings to make the external display primary: a. Right-click on a blank area of the compu...
Page 32 - A device driver must be reinstalled
A device driver must be reinstalled 1. Remove any discs from the optical drive. 2. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security . Then in the System area, click Device Manager . 3. In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to the type of driver you want to uninstall andthen rein...
Page 33 - Obtaining the latest HP device drivers; Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers
Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. Open your Internet browser, go to http://www.hp.com/support , and select your country or region. 2. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your computer model number in the searchbox, and then press enter . – or – If you want a specific Sof...
Page 34 - Index
Index A audio devices, connecting external 9 audio features 8audio functions, checking 9audio-in (microphone) jack 2audio-out (headphone) jacks 2 B Blu-ray disc 17buttons DVD 3MediaSmart 3volume mute 4 C CD burning 21inserting 18removing, with power 22 CD drive 15checking audio functions 9 D device ...
