HP Pavilion dv4-2045dx User's Manual
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1. amp NOTE After you insert a disc a short pause is normal If Sleep or Hibernation is initiated during playback of a disc you may experience the following behaviors e Your playback may be interrupted e You may see a warning message asking if you want to continue If this message is displayed click No e You may need to restart the CD or DVD to resume playback 18 Chapter5 Optical drive Watching a movie Your optical drive allows you to watch movies from a disc You can also watch high definition movies from 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 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 Ifthe tray is not fully accessible tilt the disc carefully to position it over the spindle 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 MediaSmart button and then clicking the DVD icon Then follow the instructions on the screen amp NOTE To watch a high definition movie you must use MediaSmart Watching a movie 19 Changing DVD region settings Most DVDs that contain copyrighted files also contain region codes The region codes help protect copyrights inte2. 2 Select the check box for Use AutoPlay for all media and devices and then click Save ACD or DVD should now start automatically when it is inserted into the optical drive A DVD movie stops skips or plays erratically e Clean the disc e Conserve system resources by trying the following suggestions o Log off the Internet Change the color properties of the desktop 1 Right click on a blank area of the computer desktop and select Screen resolution 2 Select Advanced Settings gt Monitor tab 3 Select High Color 16 bit if this setting is not already selected 4 Click OK Disconnect external devices such as a printer scanner camera or handheld device 26 Chapter7 Troubleshooting 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 computer desktop and select Screen resolution b Specify a primary display and a secondary display amp NOTE When using both 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 gt Help and Support The process of burning a disc does not begin or it stops before completion e Be sure that all other pro
3. These discs store information such as music photos and movies DVDs have a higher storage capacity than CDs Your optical drive can read standard CD and DVD discs If your optical drive is a Blu ray Disc ROM Drive it can also read Blu ray discs E 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 type Write to CD RW Write to DVDERW R Write to DVD RW DL Write label to LightScribe CD or DVD RW R DVD RW and CD RW Yes Yes Yes No SuperMulti DL Combo Drive DVD RW and CD RW Yes Yes Yes Yes SuperMulti DL Combo Drive with LightScribe Blu ray ROM Yes Yes Yes No DVD R RW SuperMulti DL Drive Blu ray ROM with Yes Yes Yes Yes LightScribe DVD R RW SuperMulti DL Drive A CAUTION To prevent possible audio and video degradation loss of information or loss of audio or video playback functionality do not initiate Sleep or Hibernation while reading or writing to a CD or DVD Using optical discs 15 Selecting the right disc An optical drive supports optical discs CDs and DVDs CDs used to store digital data are also used for commercial audio recordings and are convenient for your personal storage needs DVDs are used primarily for movies software and data backup purposes DVDs are the same form fa
4. 6 Open the folder and then drag the files to the drive that contains the blank optical disc 7 Initiate the burning process as directed by the program you have selected For specific instructions refer to the software manufacturer s instructions which may be provided with the software on disc or on the manufacturer s Web site N CAUTION Observe the copyright warning It is a criminal offense under applicable copyright laws to make unauthorized copies of copyright protected material including computer programs films broadcasts and sound recordings Do not use this computer for such purposes Creating or burning a CD or DVD 21 Removing an optical disc CD or DVD 1 Press the release button 1 on the drive bezel to release the disc tray and then gently pull out the tray 2 until it stops 2 Remove the disc 3 from 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 amp NOTE If the tray is not fully accessible tilt the disc carefully as you remove it 3 Close the disc tray and place the disc in a protective case 22 Chapter5 Optical drive 6 Webcam Your computer includes an integrated webcam located at the top of the display The webcam is an input device that allows you to capture and share video To use the webcam click the HP MediaSmart icon on the desktop select the video icon on
5. Chapter 7 Troubleshooting The computer does not detect the optical 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 the Device Manager utility 1 2 Remove any discs from the optical drive Click Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security Then in the System area click Device Manager In the Device Manager window click the arrow next to DVD CD ROM drives to expand the list to show all of the installed drives Right click the optical device listing to perform the following tasks e Update driver software e Disable e Uninstall e Scan for hardware changes Windows scans your system for installed hardware and installs any required drivers e Click Properties to see if the device is working properly The Properties window provides details about the device to help you troubleshoot issues Click the Driver tab to update disable or uninstall drivers for this device 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 sure that you insert the disc properly Be sure that the disc is clean If necessary clean the disc with filtered water and a lint free cloth Wipe from the center of the disc to the outer edge Check the disc for scratches If you find scratc
6. hotkeys A media activity hotkey is a combination of the fn key 1 and a function key 2 e When an audio CD or a DVD is not playing press fn f9 3 to play the disc e When an audio CD or a DVD is playing use the following hotkeys o To pause or resume playing the disc press fn f9 3 o To stop the disc press fn f10 4 To play the previous track of an audio CD or the previous chapter of a DVD press fn f11 o To play the next track of an audio CD or the next chapter of a DVD press fn f12 6 Using the media activity hotkeys 5 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 preinstalled multimedia software Using HP MediaSmart software 6 MediaSmart turns your computer into a mobile entertainment center With MediaSmart you can enjoy music and DVD movies You can also play and sing along with karaoke CDs and view and record live TV select models only MediaSmart includes the following features e Internet TV Classic oldies a range of TV shows and channels as well as the HP TV channel streamed in full screen to computers with an Internet connection e Playlist upload support Upload your MediaSmart photo playlists to Internet photo albums such as Snapfish Upload your MediaSmart video playlists to YouTube Export your MediaSmart playlist to t
7. the MediaSmart SmartMenu and then click Webcam amp NOTE For more information on using HP MediaSmart click Start gt Help and Support and type MediaSmart in the Search field For optimum performance observe the following guidelines while using the webcam If you are having trouble viewing or sending multimedia files to someone on another LAN or outside your network firewall temporarily disable the firewall perform the task you want to perform and then reenable the firewall To permanently resolve the problem reconfigure the firewall as necessary and adjust the policies and settings of other intrusion detection systems Whenever possible place bright light sources behind the camera and out of the picture area 23 1 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 tray is released and then pull out the tray 2 until it stops 3 Remove the disc 3 from 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 Ef NOTE Ifthe tray is not fully accessible tilt the disc carefully as you remove it 4 Close the disc tray and place the disc in a protective case 24
8. Multimedia User Guide Copyright 2009 Hewlett Packard Product notice Development Company L P This user guide describes features that are Windows is a U S registered trademark of common to most models Some features Microsoft Corporation may not be available on your computer The information contained herein is subject to change without notice The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein Second Edition August 2009 First Edition August 2009 Document Part Number 539977 002 Table of contents 1 Multimedia features Identifying your multimedia components cee ee ee ere ee ee Re ee ee ee ke ee eee esse ee ee ke ee ee ee kke ee 2 Using the MediaSmart button select models only 0 0 0 ee ek ee AR Re AR Re ee AR Re ee ee ee ee ee 3 Adjustingthe voldme ies deca EER ee GE ee Ee ge ee ee ve ee E eg eu se Ke ee ee weeg ee 4 Using the media activity hotkeyS sissies edge ee ga egg g SS Oe ge EER deeg ab OE ge Ne Ke De de ves de edge 5 2 Multimedia software Using HP MediaSmart Software ses sesse se DEE de gees seed eg se edge see oe gese oge see gee dbe sg see 6 Using other preinstalled multimedia software iese ee Re ee AR Re AA ee Re ee de ee Re ee ee e
9. an HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface port The HDMI port connects the computer to an optional video or audio device such as a high definition television or any compatible digital or audio component The computer can support one HDMI device connected to the HDMI port while simultaneously supporting an image on the computer display or any other supported external display Ef NOTE To transmit video signals through the HDMI port you need an HDMI cable purchased separately available from most electronic retailers To connect a video or audio device to the HDMI port 1 Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the computer HEM amp a 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the video device according to the device manufacturer s instructions 3 Press fn f4 on the computer to switch the image between the display devices connected to the computer Connecting an HDMI device 11 Configuring audio for HDMI To configure HDMI audio first connect an audio or video device such as a high definition TV to the HDMI 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 taskbar and then click Playback devices 2 On the Playback tab click either Digital Output or Digital Output Device HDMI 3 Click Set Default and then click OK To return audio to the computer speakers follow these
10. cans your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for any devices requiring drivers NOTE If you are prompted to restart the computer save all open files and then continue with the restart Reopen Device Manager if necessary and then verify that the drivers are once again listed Try running your program again If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem you may need to update your drivers using the procedures in the following sections 28 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1 2 Open your Internet browser go to http www hp com support and select your country or region Click the option for software and driver downloads type your computer model number in the search box and then press enter If you want a specific SoftPaq enter the SoftPaq number in the search box press enter and follow the instructions provided Proceed to step 6 Click your specific product from the models listed Click the Windows 7 operating system When the list of drivers is displayed click an updated driver to open a window containing additional information Click Install now to install the updated driver without downloading the file Click Download only to save the file to your computer When prompted click Save and then select a storage location on your hard drive After the file is downloaded navigate to the folder where the file was sto
11. ctor as CDs but have 6 to 7 times the storage capacity 999 NOTE The optical drive on your computer may not support all the types of optical discs discussed in this section CD R discs Use CD R write once discs to create permanent archives and to share files with virtually anyone Typical uses include the following Distributing large presentations Sharing scanned and digital photos video clips and written data Making your own music CDs Keeping permanent archives of computer files and scanned home records Offloading files from your hard drive to free up disk space After data is recorded it cannot be erased or written over CD RW discs Use a CD RW disc a rewritable version of a CD to store large projects that must be updated frequently Typical uses include the following Developing and maintaining large documents and project files Transporting work files Making weekly backups of hard drive files Updating photos video audio and data continuously DVD R discs Use blank DVD R discs to permanently store large amounts of information After data is recorded it cannot 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 type of disc is ideal for testing audio or video recordings before you burn them to a CD or DVD that cannot be changed 16 Chapter 5 Optical drive LightScribe DVD R discs Use LightScribe DVD R
12. d Support for more information Using the MediaSmart button select models only 3 Adjusting the volume 4 You can adjust the volume using the following controls Computer volume buttons o 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 press the volume down button 2 o To increase volume slide your finger across the volume scroll zone from left to right or press the volume up button 3 Windows volume control a Click the Speakers icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar b Increase or decrease the volume by moving the slider up or down Click the Mute Speakers icon to mute the volume a Right click the Speakers icon in the notification area and then click Open Volume Mixer b In the Speakers column increase or decrease the volume by moving the slider up or down You can also mute the volume by clicking the Mute Speakers icon If the Speakers icon is not displayed in the notification area follow these steps to add it a Right click the Show hidden icons icon the arrow at the left side of the notification area b Click Customize notification icons c Under Behaviors select Show icon and notifications for the Volume icon d Click OK Program volume control Volume can also be adjusted within some programs Chapter 1 Multimedia features Using the media activity
13. discs for sharing and storing data home videos and photos These discs are read compatible with most DVD ROM drives and DVD video players With a LightScribe enabled drive and LightScribe software you can write data to the disc and then add a designer label to the outside of the disc Blu ray Disc Also called BD Blu ray Disc is a high density optical disc format for the storage of digital information including high definition video A single layer Blu ray Disc can store 25 GB over five times the size of a single layer DVD at 4 7 GB A dual layer Blu ray Disc can store 50 GB almost 6 times the size of a dual layer DVD at 8 5 GB Typical uses include the following e Storage of large amounts of data e High definition video playback and storage Selecting the right disc 17 Playing music 1 Turn onthe 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 EY NOTE If the tray is not fully accessible tilt the disc carefully to position it over the spindle 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 to use the media content Choose MediaSmart or Windows Media Player both preinstalled on your computer
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15. e ee ee ee ee dee 7 Installing multimedia software from a CISC iii ee ke ee ee Re ee ek Re ee ee ke ee ek Re ee ee ee ke ee ee ee ke ee ee 7 3 Audio Connecting external audio devices ee ee ee AA Re AA ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee 9 Checking Your audio functions ss Heda SN KERR ER OE EER RS Se EER ASE Ge ek Ee EE Oe ne EA EE be ee Ge GE Eed Ee be 9 4 Video Connecting an external monitor or projector ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee Re ee ee ee Re ee ee ee ee 10 Connecting an HDMI device ees ee ee ee se ke ee ee Re eee ee Re ee ee ee ke ee ee ee Re ee ee ee RR ee ee Re ee ee ee be ee ee eke ee 11 Configuring audio for HDMI ee esse ee ee ee es ee ke ee ee ee Re ee ee ee Re ee ee ee Re ee ee ee ee Re ee ee ee ee ee 12 Watching TV select models only ee tre ee nin eee eee ee Re ee ee ee ke ee ee ek ke ee ee ee kke ee ee 12 5 Optical drive Identifying the installed optical drive occ se ee Re AR Re AA ee Re ee ee ee ee Re ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee 14 Using optical diSCS iis EE EE ENGEN GE EE GE Oe Ee GN N Ke EA SY EEN Gee GR nen ER Ee ee bee Ee EEU Ee Oes ENE Ge ee 15 Selecting the right diSC ie ee EE Ee ee irte Ee Re Ee Ge EE Re Ge Ee Ee de ee Ge de ee Re de ee ee ede ee EDE ee de 16 CD R GISCS RE EE ER N AT 16 eN AR EE EN 16 DVDER diSES ee ER Re Ee ese Een ee ak ee Pe OR Ge Oe T ee ee 16 BYE See RE EE EE OE EE N N 16 LightScribe BAR Re ie SE EE RE RE NE 17 al AB RE RE EE OE OR 17 PAV IM dt MUSIC EE ee o
16. e ke ee ee ee 29 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers iese ss ke ee ee se Re ee ee ek ee ee ee RA ee ee ee ee 29 N EE N EO E OE E ON EE N OD N 30 1 Multimedia features Your computer includes multimedia features that allow you to listen to music watch movies and view pictures Your computer may include the following multimedia components Optical drive for playing audio and video discs Integrated speakers for listening 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 tasks NOTE Your computer may not include all of the components listed The following sections explain how to identify and use the multimedia components included with your computer Identifying your multimedia components The following illustration and table describe the multimedia features of the computer Component 1 Internal digital dual array microphones 2 Description Record sound 2 Webcam light Turns on when video software accesses the webcam 3 Webcam Captures video 4 Speakers 2 Produce sound 5 TV antenna cable jack select models only Connects a TV antenna a digital cable device or a satellite device that receives standard or high defi
17. ed headphones To check the record functions of the computer follow these steps 1 Select Start gt All Programs gt Accessories gt Sound Recorder 2 Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone Save the file to your desktop 3 Open Windows Media Player or MediaSmart and play back the sound n E NOTE For best results when recording speak directly into the microphone and record sound in a setting free of background noise To confirm or change the audio settings on your computer select Start gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Sound Connecting external audio devices 9 4 Video Your computer enables you to use a variety of video features e Watch movies e Play games over the Internet e Edit pictures and video to create presentations e Connect external video devices e Watch TV including high definition TV select models only Connecting an external monitor or projector The external monitor port connects an external display device such as an external monitor or a projector to the computer A Toconnect a display device connect the device cable to the external monitor port IDI NOTE Ifa properly 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 10 Chapter4 Video Connecting an HDMI device The computer includes
18. ervices such as a high speed Internet connection MediaSmart TV mode supports the following options e Slingbox select models only Plays current TV broadcasts from your home TV e EPG Displays the EPG electronic program guide e Live TV Plays live TV broadcasts e Recorded TV Displays programs recorded from the TV e Schedule Displays all current recording schedules e Internet TV Plays current TV broadcasts from the Internet 12 Chapter4 Video This section explains how to watch TV using the HP Media Remote Control To view live television follow these steps 1 2 Press the TV button on the HP Media Remote Control to open the MediaSmart TV mode Use the arrow keys to select the source name and then press the OK button The TV broadcast begins to play in the preview window To watch in full screen format press the right arrow to move the cursor to the preview window and then press the OK button NOTE You can also use the keyboard to perform these steps To view a previously recorded TV program follow these steps 1 2 Press the TV button on the HP Media Remote Control to open the MediaSmart TV mode Use the arrow keys to select Recorded TV and then press the OK button The console is refreshed to display a list of any programs you have recorded Use the arrow keys to select the program you want to view and then press the OK button The recorded program begins to play in the previe
19. grams are closed e Turn off Sleep mode and Hibernation e Be sure that you are using the right kind of disc for your drive See your user guides for more information about disc types e Be sure that the disc is inserted properly e Select a slower write speed and try again e f you are copying a disc save the information on the source disc to your hard drive before trying to burn the contents to a new disc and then burn from your hard drive e Reinstall the disc burning device driver located in the DVD CD ROM drives category in Device Manager A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display Use MediaSmart to play a DVD MediaSmart is installed on the computer and is also available from the HP Web site at http www hp com A DVD movie is not visible on an external display 27 A device driver must be reinstalled 6 7 Remove any discs from the optical drive Select Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security Then in the System area click Device Manager In the Device Manager window click the arrow next to the type of driver you want to uninstall and then reinstall for example DVD CD ROMs Modems and so on 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 In the Device Manager window click Action and then click Scan for hardware changes Windows s
20. he CyberLink DVD Suite e Pandora Internet radio North America only Listen to music selected just for you streamed from the Internet To start MediaSmart A Press the MediaSmart button on your computer For more information on using MediaSmart refer to Help and Support Chapter 2 Multimedia software Using other preinstalled multimedia software To locate other preinstalled multimedia software A Select Start gt 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 programs may be located in subfolders 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 E NOTE For details about using software included with the computer refer to the software manufacturer s instructions which may be provided on disc in the software Help or on the manufacturer s Web site Using other preinstalled multimedia software 7 3 Audio 8 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
21. hes treat the disc with an optical disc repair kit available at many electronics stores Disable Sleep mode before playing the disc Do not initiate Hibernation or Sleep while playing a disc Otherwise you may see a warning message asking if you want to continue If this message is displayed click No After you click No the computer may behave in either of the following ways Playback may resume The computer does not detect the optical drive 25 o The playback window in the multimedia program may close To return to playing the disc click the Play button in your multimedia program to restart the disc In rare cases you may need to exit the program and then restart it Increase system resources o Turn off external devices such as printers and scanners Disconnecting these devices frees up valuable system resources and results in better playback performance Change desktop color properties Because the human eye cannot easily tell the difference between colors beyond 16 bits you should not notice any loss of color while watching a movie if you lower system color properties to 16 bit color as follows 1 Right click on a blank area of the computer desktop and select Screen resolution 2 Select Advanced Settings gt Monitor tab 3 Select High Color 16 bit if this setting is not already selected 4 Click OK A disc does not play automatically 1 Click Start gt Default Programs gt Change AutoPlay Settings
22. ing guidelines when burning a CD or DVD e Before burning a disc save and close any open files and close all programs e A CD R or DVD R is usually best for burning audio files because after the information is copied it cannot be changed amp NOTE You cannot create an audio DVD with CyberLink Power2Go e Because some home and car stereos will not play CD RWs use CD Rs to burn music CDs e ACD RW or DVD RW is generally best for burning data files or for testing audio or video recordings before you burn them to a CD or DVD that cannot be changed e DVD players used in home systems usually do not support all DVD formats Refer to the user guide that came with your DVD player for a list of supported formats e AnMP3 file uses less space than other music file formats and the process for creating an MP3 disc is the same as the process for creating a data file MP3 files can be played only on MP3 players or on computers with MP3 software installed To burn a CD or DVD follow these steps 1 Download or copy the source files into a folder on your hard drive 2 Inserta blank CD or DVD into the optical drive 3 Select Start gt All Programs and the name of the program you want to use NOTE Some programs may be located in subfolders 4 Select the kind of CD or DVD you want to create data audio or video 5 Right click Start click Open Windows Explorer and navigate to the folder where the source files are stored
23. nition TV broadcasts 6 Audio out headphone jacks 2 Produce sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers headphones earbuds a headset or television audio 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 NOTE When a device is connected to the headphone jack the computer speakers are disabled 7 Audio in microphone jack 2 Chapter 1 Multimedia features Connects an optional computer headset microphone stereo array microphone or monaural microphone Component Description 8 Volume mute button Mutes and restores speaker sound 9 Volume scroll zone Adjusts speaker volume Slide your finger to the left to decrease volume and to the right to increase volume You can also tap the minus sign on the scroll zone to decrease volume or tap the plus sign on the scroll zone to increase volume Using the MediaSmart button select models only The function of the MediaSmart button varies by model and installed software With this button you can watch movies listen to music and view pictures Pressing the MediaSmart button launches the HP MediaSmart program Ef NOTE Ifthe computer has been set up to require a logon password you may be asked to log on to Windows MediaSmart launches after you log on Refer to Help an
24. red and double click the file to install If prompted to do so restart your computer after the installation is complete and then verify the operation of the device Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update This feature can be set to automatically check for and install updates for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products To use Windows Update 1 Click Start gt All Programs gt Windows Update amp NOTE Ifyou have not previously set up Windows Update you will be prompted to enter settings before you can check for updates Click Check for updates Follow the on screen instructions A device driver must be reinstalled 29 Index A audio devices connecting external 9 audio features 8 audio functions checking 9 audio in microphone jack 2 audio out headphone jacks 2 B Blu ray disc 17 buttons DVD 3 MediaSmart 3 volume mute 4 C CD burning 21 inserting 18 removing with power 22 CD drive 15 checking audio functions 9 D device drivers HP drivers 29 Windows drivers 29 digital dual array microphones identifying 2 drives optical drive 15 DVD changing region setting 20 inserting 18 removing with power 22 DVD drive 15 DVD region settings 20 E earbuds 2 30 Index external audio devices connecting 9 external monitor port 10 H HDMI connecting 11 HDMI port 11 headphone a
25. rnationally You can play a DVD containing a region code only if the region code on the DVD matches the region setting on your DVD drive N CAUTION The region settings on your DVD drive can be changed only 5 times The region setting you select the fifth time becomes the permanent region setting on the DVD drive The number of region changes remaining is displayed on the DVD Region tab To change settings through the operating system 1 Select Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security Then in the System area click Device Manager NOTE Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing applications running utilities or changing Windows settings Refer to Windows Help for more information 2 Click the arrow next to DVD CD ROM drives to expand the list to show all of the installed drives 3 Right click the DVD drive for which you want to change region settings and then click Properties 4 Make the desired changes on the DVD Region tab 5 Click OK 20 Chapter5 Optical drive 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 such as Windows Media Player or CyberLink Power2Go to burn data and audio files including MP3 and WAV music files To burn video files to a CD or DVD use MyDVD Observe the follow
26. steps 1 Right click the Speakers icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar and then click Playback devices 2 On the Playback tab click Speakers 3 Click Set Default and then click OK Watching TV select models only Your computer may have an integrated TV tuner select models only or you may have an optional external TV tuner that enables you to watch record and pause live TV on the computer In addition if your computer includes an integrated TV tuner then two remote controls are included in the box with the computer e HP Mobile Remote Control Provides remote control of some features such as audio and video disc playback and can be stored in the ExpressCard slot e HP Media Remote Control Provides more comprehensive remote control of features such as viewing TV and is a larger remote than the HP Mobile Remote Control Before you can watch TV on the computer be sure that you have set up the TV tuner according to the instructions provided in the printed Notebook Essentials guide included with the computer or in the user guide included with your optional external TV tuner You can view TV in the MediaSmart TV mode using a TV tuner or live streaming over the Internet You can also schedule recordings and view recorded TV shows on your computer NOTE Some features of MediaSmart TV mode such as Internet streaming may not be available in all regions and may also require additional hardware or s
27. the Internet Create multimedia presentations using audio and images Transmit sound and images with instant messaging programs Stream radio programs select models only or receive FM radio signals Create or burn audio CDs Chapter 3 Audio Connecting external audio devices A 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 speakers headphone or a microphone refer to the information provided with the device For best results remember the following tips e Be sure that the device cable is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer Cable connectors are normally color coded to match the corresponding jacks on the computer e Be sure to install any drivers required by the external device amp NOTE A driver is a required program that acts like a translator between the device and the programs that use the device Checking your audio functions To check the system sound on your computer follow these steps 1 Select Start gt Control Panel 2 Click Hardware and Sound 3 Click Sound 4 When the Sound window opens click the Sounds tab Under Program Events select any sound event such as a beep or alarm and click the Test button You should hear sound through the speakers or through connect
28. udio out jacks 2 headphones 2 high definition devices connecting 11 l internal digital dual array microphones identifying 2 issues resolving 24 J jacks audio in microphone 2 audio out headphone 2 TV antenna cable 2 M media activity hotkeys 5 MediaSmart starting 3 6 using 6 19 MediaSmart button 3 MediaSmart software 6 microphones internal 2 monitor connecting 10 movie watching 19 multimedia components identifying 2 multimedia software 6 7 multimedia software installing 7 mute button 4 0 optical disc Blu ray 17 inserting 18 removing with power 22 using 15 optical drive 15 optical drive using 14 P ports HDMI 11 ports external monitor 10 projector connecting 10 R region codes DVD 20 S software installing 7 MediaSmart 6 multimedia 7 Windows Media Player 7 speakers 2 T troubleshooting disc burning 27 disc play 25 26 DVD movie play 26 external display 27 HP device drivers 29 optical disc tray 24 optical drive detection 25 Windows device drivers 29 TV antenna cable jack identifying 2 TV watching 12 V video using 10 volume mute button 4 volume scroll zone 4 volume adjusting 4 Ww watching TV 12 webcam 2 webcam light 2 webcam using 23 Index 31
29. w window To watch in full screen format press the right arrow to move the cursor to the preview window and then press the OK button AIh E NOTE You can also use the keyboard to perform these steps For more information on using MediaSmart to watch TV refer to Help and Support Watching TV select models only 13 5 Optical drive Your computer includes an optical drive that expands the functionality of the computer Identify what kind of device is installed in your computer to see its capabilities The optical drive allows you to read data discs play music and watch movies If your computer includes a Blu ray Disc ROM Drive then you can also watch high definition video from disc Identifying the installed optical drive A Select Start gt Computer You will see a list of all the devices installed on your computer including your optical drive You may have one of the following types of drives e DVD RW R and CD RW Combo Drive with Double Layer DL support e LightScribe DVD RW R and CD RW Combo Drive with Double Layer DL support e Blu ray Disc ROM Drive with SuperMulti DVD R RW Double Layer DL support e LightScribe Blu ray Disc ROM Drive with SuperMulti DVD R RW Double Layer DL support 999 NOTE Some of the drives listed above may not be supported by your computer 14 Chapter5 Optical drive Using optical discs An optical drive such as a DVD ROM drive supports optical discs CDs and DVDs
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