User's Manual

Audio and Video
Hardware Guide 5–3
DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02
Compaq CONFIDENTIAL—For Internal Use Only
11/13/02
File: SP-CH5-Audio and Video.fm
Using the Audio Line-In Jack
When an external microphone is connected to the notebook, the
notebook microphone is disabled.
When connecting a microphone to the audio line-in jack, use a
single-sound channel (monaural) microphone with a 3.5-mm
plug. A monaural electret condenser microphone is
recommended. Other types of microphones are not fully
functional with the notebook:
■ If you connect a stereo microphone, left channel sound will
record on both channels.
■ If you connect a dynamic microphone, the recommended
sensitivity may not be achieved.
Using the Audio Line-Out Jack
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume
before putting on headphones or a headset.
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CAUTION: To prevent possible damage to an external device, do
not plug a single-sound channel (monaural) connector into the
audio line-out jack.
When connecting a device to the audio line-out jack, use only a
3.5-mm stereo plug. for best sound quality, use 24-ohm to
32-ohm headphones.
When an external audio device is connected to the audio-out jack,
the notebook stereo speaker is disabled.
Using Video Features
The notebook features an S-video-out jack. An S-video cable
attaches the notebook to an optional S-video device, such as a
television, VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture