Page 3 - Table of contents
Table of contents 1 Multimedia features Identifying your multimedia components .............................................................................................. 1Adjusting the volume ...........................................................................................................
Page 5 - Multimedia features; Identifying your multimedia components
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 7 - 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 8 - Using the media activity functions; Using the media activity buttons
Volume can also be adjusted within some programs. Using the media activity functions The media activity buttons and the media activity hotkeys control the play of a disc that is inserted intothe optical drive. Using the media activity buttons The following illustration and tables describe the functi...
Page 9 - Using the media activity hotkeys
Next/fast forward button Disc status Button Function Playing Next/fast forward button Plays the next track or chapter. Playing fn + next/fast forward button Fast forwards the playback. Stop button Disc status Button Function Playing Stop button Stops the playback. Using the media activity hotkeys A ...
Page 10 - Multimedia 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 HP MediaSmart and other preinstalledmultimedia software. 6 Chapter 2 Multimedia software
Page 11 - Using HP MediaSmart software
Using HP MediaSmart software HP MediaSmart turns your computer into a mobile entertainment center. With MediaSmart, you canenjoy music and DVD and BD movies. You can also view Internet TV and live TV, and manage and edityour photo collections. NOTE: You can use an integrated TV tuner (select models ...
Page 12 - Using other preinstalled multimedia software
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 13 - Installing multimedia software from a disc
Installing multimedia software from a disc To install any multimedia software from a CD or DVD, follow these steps: 1. Insert the disc into the optical drive. 2. When the installation wizard opens, follow the on-screen instructions. 3. Restart the computer if you are prompted to do so. NOTE: For det...
Page 14 - Audio; Connecting external audio devices; Checking your audio functions
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 16 - 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 Connecting an external monitor or projector The external monitor port connects an external display de...
Page 17 - Configuring audio for HDMI (select models only)
The computer can support one HDMI device connected to the HDMI port, while simultaneouslysupporting an image on the computer display or any other supported external display. NOTE: To transmit video signals through the HDMI port, you need an HDMI cable (purchased separately), available from most elec...
Page 18 - Optical drive; Identifying the installed optical drive; Using optical discs
5 Optical drive Your computer may include 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-...
Page 20 - Playing music
DVD±R discs Use blank DVD±R discs to permanently store large amounts of information. After data is recorded, itcannot be erased or written over. DVD±RW discs Use DVD±RW discs if you want to be able to erase or write over data that you saved earlier. This typeof disc is ideal for testing audio or vid...
Page 21 - Watching a movie
5. Gently press the disc (3) down onto the tray spindle until the disc snaps into place. 6. Close the disc tray. 7. If you have not yet configured AutoPlay, the AutoPlay dialog box opens and asks how you want touse the media content. Choose MediaSmart or Windows Media Player, both preinstalled on yo...
Page 22 - Changing DVD region settings
5. Gently press the disc (3) down onto the tray spindle until the disc snaps into place. 6. Close the disc tray. 7. Launch the DVD playback feature in MediaSmart by pressing the play/pause button, clicking theDVD icon, and then following the instructions on the screen. NOTE: To watch a high-definiti...
Page 26 - Troubleshooting; The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD, a
7 Troubleshooting The following sections describe several common issues and resolutions. The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD, a DVD, or a BD 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 t...
Page 27 - The computer does not detect the CD, DVD, or BD drive
The computer does not detect the CD, DVD, or BD drive If Windows does not detect an installed device, the device driver software may be missing or corrupted.If you suspect that the optical drive is not being detected, verify that the optical drive is listed in theDevice Manager utility. 1. Remove an...
Page 30 - Obtaining the latest HP device drivers; Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers
4. Right-click the device listing and click Uninstall . When prompted, confirm that you want to delete the device, but do not restart the computer. Repeat for any other drivers you want to delete. 5. In the Device Manager window, click Action , and then click Scan for hardware changes . Windows scan...
Page 32 - Index
Index A audio devices, connecting external 10 audio features 10audio functions, checking 10audio-in (microphone) jack 2audio-out (headphone) jacks 2 B BD inserting 17removing 20 Blu-ray Disc ROM with LightScribe/ SuperMulti DVD±R/RW with DLsupport 15 Blu-ray Disc ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double ...
