Hp Multimedia Computer User Manual

MultimediaUser Guide

●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 movi

Using the media activity functionsThe media activity hotkeys control the play of an audio CD or a DVD that is inserted into the opticaldrive.Using the

2 Multimedia softwareYour computer includes preinstalled multimedia software that allows you to play music and watchmovies. The following sections pro

Installing multimedia software from a discTo install any multimedia software from a CD or DVD, follow these steps:1. Insert the disc into the optical

3 AudioYour computer enables you to use a variety of audio features:●Play music using your computer speakers and/or connected external speakers●Record

Connecting external audio devicesWARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on headphones,earbuds, or a headset.

Checking your audio functionsTo check the system sound on your computer, follow these steps:1. Select Start > Control Panel.2. Click Hardware and S

4VideoYour computer enables you to use a variety of video features:●Watch movies●Play games over the Internet●Edit pictures and video to create presen

Connecting an external monitor or projectorThe external monitor port connects an external display device such as an external monitor or a projectorto

Connecting an HDMI deviceThe computer includes an HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) port. The HDMI port connectsthe computer to an optional

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Setting HDMI as the default audio playback device1. Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound icon.2. If you have an Intel in

5 Optical driveYour computer includes an optical drive that expands the functionality of the computer. Identify whatkind of device is installed in you

Using optical discsAn optical drive, such as a DVD-ROM drive, supports optical discs (CDs and DVDs). These discs storeinformation, such as music, phot

Selecting the right discAn optical drive supports optical discs (CDs and DVDs). CDs, used to store digital data, are also usedfor commercial audio rec

Blu-ray DiscAlso called BD, Blu-ray Disc is a high-density optical disc format for the storage of digital information,including high-definition video.

Playing music1. 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. H

Watching a movieYour optical drive allows you to watch movies from a disc. You can also watch high-definition moviesfrom a disc if your computer inclu

Changing DVD region settingsMost DVDs that contain copyrighted files also contain region codes. The region codes help protectcopyrights internationall

Creating or “burning” a CD or DVDIf your computer includes a CD-RW, DVD-RW, or DVD±RW optical drive, you can use software suchas Windows Media Player

Removing an optical disc (CD or DVD)1. Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the media tray, and then gently pull outthe tray (2)

Table of contents1 Multimedia featuresIdentifying your multimedia components ...

6 WebcamYour computer includes an integrated webcam, located at the top of the display. The webcam is an inputdevice that allows you to capture and sh

Webcam tipsFor optimum performance, observe the following guidelines while using the webcam:●Be sure that you have the latest version of an instant me

Adjusting webcam propertiesYou can adjust webcam properties using the Properties dialog box, which is accessible from variousprograms that use the int

7 TroubleshootingThe following sections describe several common issues and resolutions.29

The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD orDVD1. Insert the end of a paper clip (1) into the release access in the front bezel of the d

The computer does not detect the optical driveIf Windows does not detect an installed device, the device driver software may be missing or corrupted.I

A disc does not play●Save your work and close all open programs before playing a CD or a DVD.●Log off the Internet before playing a CD or a DVD.●Be su

A disc does not play automatically1. Click Start and type autoplay in the Start Search box.As you type, search results are listed in the pane above th

A DVD movie is not visible on an external display1. If both the computer display and an external display are turned on, press fn+f4 one or more timest

The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stopsbefore completion●Be sure that all other programs are closed.●Turn off Sleep mode and Hiberna

6 WebcamWebcam tips ...

A device driver must be reinstalled1. Remove any discs from the optical drive.2. Click Start and type device manager in the Start Search box.As you ty

To use the HP Web site:1. Open your Internet browser, go to http://www.hp.com, and then click the Software & DriverDownloads link.2. On the Softwa

IndexAaudio devices, connectingexternal 11audio features 10audio functions, checking 12audio-in (microphone) jack 2audio-out (headphone) jacks 2BBlu-r

webcam properties, adjusting 28webcam tips 27webcam, using 26Index 39

1 Multimedia featuresYour computer includes multimedia features that allow you to listen to music, watch movies, and viewpictures. Your computer may i

Identifying your multimedia componentsRefer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.Component Description(1) Internal microphone R

Component DescriptionWARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust thevolume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. Foraddition

Using the DVD button (select models only)The function of the DVD button varies by model and installed software. With this button, you can watchmovies

Adjusting the volumeYou can adjust the volume using the following controls:●Computer volume buttons (select models only):◦To mute or restore volume, p