Getting Started
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Table of Contents Setting Up Your Computer ........................................................................1 Putting Your Computer Together ...............................................................................1 Placing the computer in the proper location ..........................................................1 Using surge protection .......................................................................................2 Connecting to the computer .......................................
Connecting the Computer to a Home Audio System ..................................................28 Y adapter cables .............................................................................................28 2.1 home stereo installation ..............................................................................29 5.1 home audio installation ..............................................................................30 5.1 home audio installation procedure ..........................................
Guidelines for Installing Software and Hardware Devices..........................................54 Transferring Files and Settings from Your Old Computer to Your New Computer ..........55 Using HP Total Care Advisor Software ....................................................................55 Using the Keyboard ...............................................................................57 Identifying Keyboard Features................................................................................
Using a Browser...................................................................................................80 Searching the Internet ......................................................................................80 Restricting Internet content.................................................................................81 Using Antivirus Software .......................................................................................
Using Windows Media Center ..............................................................113 Using Windows Media Center Features ................................................................ 114 The right music for the moment ........................................................................ 115 Play Internet radio ......................................................................................... 115 Share your digital memories ................................................................
Playing DVDs ..................................................................................................... 139 Using country/region codes............................................................................ 140 Using DVDs in Windows Media Center................................................................. 140 Playing DVD Movies in Windows Media Center .................................................... 140 Changing the DVD Settings.........................................................
Playing Videos in Windows Media Center ............................................................ 162 Playing digital videos..................................................................................... 163 Using supported video file types ......................................................................163 Transferring and Recording Video Files ................................................................. 164 Recording analog and digital video files .......................................
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Setting Up Your Computer WARNING: The power supply is preset for the country/region in which you purchased your computer. If you move, please check the voltage requirements before plugging your computer into an AC power outlet. WARNING: Please read “Safety Information” in the Warranty and Support Guide before installing and connecting your computer to the electrical power system. Putting Your Computer Together Follow the steps on the setup poster to set up your computer.
Using surge protection Help protect your monitor, computer, and accessories by connecting all power cords for your computer and peripheral devices (such as a monitor, printer, or scanner) to a surge protection device such as a power strip with surge protection or an uninterruptible power supply (UPS). Many surge protection devices have surge protection inputs and outputs for modem or telephone lines. Telephone lines are a common path for lightning spikes to get into your system.
Connector Icon/label Description and function (continued) Monitor Serial port for some digital cameras or other serial devices Serial Audio Line Out (powered speakers) Audio Line In Headphones Microphone FireWire® (IEEE 1394) for video cameras or other devices with very fast transfer rates Digital audio in and digital audio out Side speaker out Setting Up Your Computer 3
Connector Icon/label Description and function (continued) Rear speaker out Center/subwoofer S-video S-Video 2 Composite Video 2 Secondary S-video connector to connect your VCR, video camera, or other analog source to the computer. Secondary Composite video connector (yellow) to connect to a VCR, video camera, or other analog source to the computer. A/V In Audio 2 L Secondary Left audio input connector (white). A/V In Audio 2 R Secondary Right audio input connector (red).
Connector Icon/label Description and function (continued) FireWire (IEEE 1394) connector to connect video cameras and other devices with very fast transfer rates. NOTE: You must use a 6-pin FireWire (IEEE 1394) transfer cable with this 6-pin connector. Power connector Mouse connector to connect a mouse. Keyboard connector to connect a keyboard. Printer (parallel) connector to connect a parallel printer. (Select models only.) Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.
Connector Icon/label Description and function (continued) Digital video output connector to connect a TV or monitor. (Select models only.) See the documentation that came with your display device. Microphone In (Mic) (pink) to connect to a microphone. The Mic connector also functions as a center/subwoofer Line Out when a multichannel audio configuration is activated. Audio Line Out (green) to connect front speakers.
Connector Icon/label Description and function (continued) A/V In Audio 1 R Primary right audio input from set-top box connector (red). TV/Cable Ant FM Ant NOTE: Audio can be recorded by using this Audio In connector which is connected to the motherboard. Some computers include this primary right audio input connector on the front of the computer. (Select models only.) TV In (TV antenna or cable input from wall outlet with no set-top box.) FM In (radio antenna input) connects to the FM antenna cable.
Connecting a Digital Camera (Photo or Video) The following instructions apply only to digital photo cameras and digital video cameras. NOTE: When connecting an analog video camera to the computer, use the Video and Audio In connectors on the front or back of the computer. Refer to the documentation that came with your digital photo camera or digital video camera.
If the computer does not recognize the digital photo camera or the digital video camera: 1 Click the Windows Start Button® on the taskbar, and then click Control Panel. 2 Click System and Maintenance, and then click System. 3 Click Device Manager. 4 Click the plus sign (+) next to the camera port. If the name of the camera appears, the device is ready. If the name is not there, try the following: Click Action, and then click Scan for hardware changes.
Storing Documentation and Recovery Discs Store all computer user manuals and warranty information in an easy-to-find, safe location. It is a good idea to store your system recovery discs with your documentation. This allows easy access to all important computer documents and files. Adjusting the Monitor To change the screen resolution: 1 Right-click an empty area of the desktop, and then click Personalize. 2 Click the Display Settings.
The preceding illustration shows a home LAN. The desktop computer has a wired connection to a wireless router. The desktop computer also has a printer that it shares with the other computers on the network. Each notebook computer has a wireless connection to the network router.
Setting Up a Wired (Ethernet) Connection The Ethernet connection, which may be called network interface adapter, Network Interface Card, or NIC, provides a high-speed or broadband connection to an Ethernet (10BaseT) or Fast Ethernet (100BaseT) network. After you connect this interface to a network, such as a LAN, you can connect to the Internet through the network. 1 Connect an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet connector (A) on the back of the computer, and to the network router or LAN device.
Wireless wide area networks (WWAN) devices provide access to information anytime and anywhere you have cellular (data) coverage. In a WWAN, each mobile device communicates to a public carrier’s base station. Public carriers install networks of base stations (similar to cell phone towers) throughout large geographic areas, effectively providing coverage across entire states, or even entire countries/regions. For more information about wireless technology, go to: http://www.hp.
Checking the wireless LAN device installation To set up your wireless network, verify that the integrated WLAN device is installed on your computer correctly. 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Type Device Manager into the Search box, and then click Device Manager to open the Device Manager window. 3 Click Network adapters. Your WLAN device should be listed here. The WLAN device may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, or 802.11.
Connecting a Modem For information on connecting to the Internet, see “Connecting to the Internet” in this guide. The modem is used for connecting to an ISP that provides a telephone dial-up connection to the Internet. NOTE: Your computer may not come with a modem. Before you can use telephone dial-up to connect to the Internet and send or receive e-mail and faxes, you must connect your telephone service line to the modem (A), which is on the back of the computer (B).
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Connecting Speakers or Microphone NOTE: For cross-references, see “Configuring Speaker and Sound Options” in your product information on the HP Support Web site, go to: http://www.hp.com/support Using Speakers Speakers are included with the monitor (select models only) or are sold separately. For details on connecting stereo speakers to the computer, see the setup poster. NOTE: Speakers may be passive (no power button and no power cord) or active (power button or power cord).
Sound Connector Types Your model may include one of three analog sound connector types on the back of your computer: Three connectors Six connectors Sound card The connectors are 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) stereo mini-jacks that connect from the back of the computer to speakers and microphones. Your system may also have a separate Digital Out connection (select models only). Software configuration is different for each connector type, as noted in the instructions.
Use the sound connectors that match your computer model when installing cables, as shown in the installation procedure steps. The following table shows the sound connectors on the back panel of computer systems. Sound connector Type 3 Type 6 Type S Description Line Side (gray) for side speakers in an eight-speaker system (7.1). A Line C/Sub (gold) for center/subwoofer speakers in a multichannel audio configuration. B Line Rear (black) for rear speakers in a multichannel audio configuration.
Connecting a Microphone Your computer comes with one microphone connector in the back of the computer. Some models have a second microphone connector in the front of the computer. Only one microphone connector works at a time, and the back connector is ready to use unless you have the multichannel audio speakers option. For computers with the multichannel audio speakers option, the microphone connector in the front of the computer, if present, is ready to use.
Name Speaker system See (continued) 8/7.1 Two front speakers, two rear speakers, two side speakers, a center speaker, and a subwoofer (select models only). “Connecting 7.1 (Seven Speakers and a Subwoofer) Audio Speakers” Home audio system Home stereo or home theater audio system with passive speakers. “Connecting the Computer to a Home Audio System” Digital audio Digital speakers or digital input connector on audio system.
Connecting 2/2.1 (Two Speakers and a Subwoofer) Audio Speakers To connect simple left/right stereo active speakers or two speakers and a subwoofer for two-channel (2.1 speaker) output: 1 Turn off the computer. 2 Connect the speaker cable to the lime green Audio Line Out connector that matches the back of your computer. 6 3 S NOTE: Type 3 is three connectors. Type 6 is six connectors. Type S is sound card. 3 Connect the cable to the audio system. For 2.
Connecting 4.1 (Four Speakers and a Subwoofer) Audio Speakers To connect two front speakers, two rear speakers, and a subwoofer for four-channel (4.1 speaker) output: 1 Turn off the computer. 2 Connect the front speaker cable to the lime green Audio Line Out connector that matches the back of your computer. 3 6 S NOTE: Type 3 is three connectors. Type 6 is six connectors. Type S is sound card. 3 Connect the rear speaker cable to the black connector that matches the back of your computer.
7 Plug in the speaker system power. 8 Turn on the speaker system. 9 After the speakers are connected to the computer, configure the audio software for sound output for your computer model. See “Configuring Speaker and Sound Options.” Type 3: See “Configuring Audio Output with Multichannel Sound Manager.” Type 6: See “Configuring Audio Output with Sound Effect Manager.” Sound card: See “Configuring Audio Output with a Sound Card.” The following diagram shows a typical 4.
3 Connect the rear speaker cable to the black connector that matches the back of your computer. 3 6 S For type 3-connector systems, the blue Audio Line In connector functions as a Rear Line Out when a multichannel audio configuration is activated. 4 Connect the center/subwoofer speaker cable to the gold (or pink Mic) connector that matches the back of your computer.
The following diagram shows a typical 5.1 audio installation: OUT IN Connecting 7.1 (Seven Speakers and a Subwoofer) Audio Speakers (Select models only) To connect two front speakers, two side speakers, two rear speakers, a center speaker, and a subwoofer for eight-channel (7.1 speaker) output: 1 Turn off the computer. 2 Connect the front speaker cable to the lime green Audio Line Out connector on the back of your computer.
6 Connect the cables to the audio system. 7 Connect the front, rear, side, and center speakers to the subwoofer. Refer to the speaker documentation. 8 Turn on the computer. NOTE: Always turn on the computer before you turn on the speaker system. 9 Plug in the speaker system power. 10 Turn on the speaker system. 11 After the speakers are connected to the computer, configure the audio software for sound output for your computer model. See “Configuring Speaker and Sound Options.
Connecting the Computer to a Home Audio System You can connect your computer to your home stereo or home theater multichannel audio receiver/amplifiers by using your existing speakers. For examples, see “2.1 home stereo installation” or “5.1 home audio installation.” Y adapter cables Most home receiver/amplifiers have RCA-type input connectors. You may need to connect Y adapter cables between your computer and your receiver/amplifier. Y adapter cables have one 1/8-inch (3.
2.1 home stereo installation The following diagram shows a typical two-channel (2.1 speaker) installation that uses passive stereo speakers and plugs into a home stereo standard left and right input. This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may be different. IN OUT A B Center C Front E Surr. Back Sub C D E Computer to 2.
5.1 home audio installation The following diagram shows a typical advanced home theater audio six-channel (6/5.1 speaker) installation that requires multichannel inputs on a receiver/amplifier. This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may be different. IN OUT A B Center C Front F E Surr. Back C Sub D G Computer to 5.
3 Connect the front stereo mini-jack end of a Y adapter cable into the lime green Audio Line Out connector that matches the back of your computer. 3 6 S NOTE: Type 3 is three connectors. Type 6 is six connectors. Type S is sound card. NOTE: Receiver/amplifier input connectors may be labeled Surround, 5.1 Channel inputs, 6 Channel inputs, CD, DVD, or DVD In.
8 Turn on the computer. 9 After the audio system is connected to the computer, configure the audio software for sound output for your computer model. See “Connecting Speakers or Microphone.” Type 3: See “Configuring Audio Output with Multichannel Sound Manager.” Type 6: See “Configuring Audio Output with Sound Effect Manager.” Sound card: See “Configuring Audio Output with a Sound Card.” 7.
7.1 home audio installation procedure To connect an eight-channel (7.1 speaker) home audio system to the computer: 1 Turn off the computer. 2 Turn off the receiver/amplifier. 3 Connect the front stereo mini-jack end of a Y adapter cable into the lime green Audio Line Out connector that matches the back of your computer. 3 6 S NOTE: Type 3 is three connectors. Type 6 is six connectors. Type S is sound card. NOTE: Receiver/amplifier input connectors may be labeled Surround, 7.
5 If you have a center/subwoofer speaker, connect the stereo mini-jack of a Y adapter cable into the microphone (pink) connector or the center speaker/subwoofer (gold) connector that matches the back of your computer. 3 6 S Connect the left and right ends of the Y adapter cable into the center/subwoofer inputs on the back of the receiver/amplifier (8/7.1 or higher-channel system). Plug the Y adapter cable into the subwoofer connector on the back of the receiver even if a subwoofer is not used.
To connect digital audio speakers: 1 Turn off the computer. 2 Connect the Digital Out connector on the back panel of your computer to the digital input (S/PDIF) on digital speakers or a digital audio system. 6 3 S NOTE: Type 3 is three connectors. Type 6 is six connectors. Type S is sound card. 3 Turn on the computer. NOTE: Always turn on the computer before you turn on the speaker system. 4 Plug in the speaker system power. 5 Turn on the speaker system.
Connecting Headphones Your computer comes with a headphones connector (lime green) on the front of the computer. The headphones connector is labeled with a headphones icon. You can also connect headphones to the Line Out connector (lime green) on the back of your computer. Using a 2.1 speaker system with headphones For select models with the 2.1 speaker system, look for the headphones connector on the right side of the main speaker.
Connecting the speakers Connector Description AD-Link for AD_Link X-Fi I/O Console (the X-Fi console is sold separately) Line Out_3 (orange or yellow) 5.1 audio setup: Front center, subwoofer 6.1 audio setup: Front center, subwoofer, and rear center 7.1 audio setup: Front center, subwoofer, and side left Line Out_2 (black) 4.1, 5.1, 6.1 audio setup: Rear left and right 7.1 audio setup: Rear left, rear right, and side right Line Out_1 (lime green) 2/2.
Connecting the FlexiJack connector The FlexiJack connector performs three functions: Digital Input/Output Line In Microphone You must select the function in the Creative Console Launcher. NOTE: If you are using the FlexiJack as your Digital In connection and you want to connect digital speakers as your output device, you will need a special connector from Creative.
Getting Help Finding Onscreen Guides Onscreen guides are available in the User’s Guides folder (select models only). 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click All Programs. 3 Click User Guides. 4 Click an item to view it or use it. NOTE: If there are no guide titles listed in the folder, your computer has no onscreen guides. Finding Guides on the Web You can find guides and information for your computer by using the Internet to access the Support Web site. 1 Go to http://www.hp.
Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center Information about your computer is in the onscreen Help and Support Center (select models only). Here you can find links to driver updates, access to technical support options, and information about commonly asked questions. To open the Help and Support Center: Press the Help button (select models only) on your keyboard. Or Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Help and Support.
Getting messages After you view or close a message, it does not automatically display again. To read a previously received message, open HP Connections or Compaq Connections: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click All Programs. 3 Click PC Help & Tools. 4 Click HP Connections or Compaq Connections. HP Connections or Compaq Connections window opens.
Reactivating messages When you reactivate the HP Connections or Compaq Connections service, the service runs whenever you are connected to the Internet, and you automatically receive messages as they become available. To turn on the service: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click All Programs. 3 Click PC Help & Tools. 4 Click HP Connections or Compaq Connections. HP Connections or Compaq Connections displays. 5 Click Activate to reactivate the service.
Turning On Your Computer for the First Time Using the Computer with Safety and Comfort WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the Safety & Comfort Guide. It describes proper workstation setup, posture, and health and work habits for computer users. It also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. Before you begin using the computer, arrange the computer and your work area to maintain your comfort and productivity.
Computer risk Security feature Unauthorized use of the computer or user account User password Computer viruses Norton Internet Security software (antivirus program) Unauthorized access to data Norton Internet Security software (firewall program) Windows Vista updates Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other system identification information Administrator password Ongoing or future threats to the computer Critical security updates from Microsoft Using passwords A pass
Do not store passwords in a file on the computer. Do not use your name or other personal information that could be easily discovered by an outsider. The following table lists the Windows Vista passwords and describes their functions. For information on how to set passwords, see “Creating passwords.” For additional information on Windows Vista passwords, such as screen saver passwords, type passwords into the Search box in the Help and Support Center.
Using firewall software When you use the computer for e-mail, network, or Internet access, unauthorized persons may be able to gain access to information about you, the computer, and your data. To protect your privacy, use firewall software. Microsoft Windows Vista includes firewall software preinstalled on the computer. Also, Norton Internet Security, which is preinstalled on the computer, includes a firewall program.
Turning On Your Computer for the First Time After you have completed the steps on the setup poster, you are ready to turn on your computer. 1 Press the Power button on the monitor. 2 Press the On button on the front of the computer. 3 Turn on the speakers, if they are present. 4 Set up your computer by following the onscreen instructions. If prompted, select the country/region where you are physically located and wait while the computer makes preparations.
Using Shut Down For best results, when using Windows Vista, turn off the computer without pressing any buttons on the computer chassis. NOTE: For information on the Windows Start Button, see “Using the Windows Start Button Menu.” 1 Close any open software programs by clicking the X at the upper-right corner of each program window. 2 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 3 Click the Arrow button next to the Lock button. 4 Click Shut Down. 5 Turn off the monitor.
To put the computer into sleep mode manually: Press the Sleep button on the keyboard, if it is present. Or 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click the Power button. Or 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click the Arrow button next to the Lock button. 3 Click Sleep. To wake the computer from sleep mode: Press the Sleep button on the keyboard. Or Quickly press the On button on the front of the computer.
To wake the computer from hibernate mode, press the On button on the front of the computer. If the computer does not work properly when you wake it from hibernate mode, restart the computer. 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click the Arrow button next to the Lock button. 3 Click Restart. Automatic sleep, hibernate, or away mode You can set your computer to go into sleep, hibernate, or away modes automatically when it is idle for a specified number of minutes.
Connecting to the Internet Your computer can connect to the Internet through the telephone modem. There are other ways to connect to the Internet that do not use the telephone modem, such as a LAN (local area network) or DSL (digital subscriber line). Check with your ISP for specific information on your connection. Refer to the “Setting Up Your Computer” of this guide to make the hardware connections: for a modem see “Connecting a Modem” and for a network see “Setting Up a Local Area Network.
Signing Up for Software Updates Microsoft continually updates the Windows Vista operating system. It is recommended that you check for, download, and install these updates at least once a month. One way to keep the operating system up to date is to use the Automatic Updates feature. When you are connected to the Internet, Windows Vista Update automatically notifies you through a pop-up message or icon in the notification area when critical updates are available.
Setting Up User Accounts on Your New Computer User accounts enable you to set the privileges for each user of your computer. For example, you can set the software programs that each user is allowed to access. Windows Vista provides three types of user accounts: Administrative Allowed to change account types for other users, change passwords, change systemwide settings, and install Windows Vista-compatible software and drivers. Limited Not allowed to change other user settings or passwords.
Guidelines for Installing Software and Hardware Devices After you set up the computer, you may want to install additional software programs or hardware devices. Keep in mind the following important guidelines: Before installation, make a restore point by using the Microsoft System Restore program. a Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. b Click Control Panel. c Click System and Maintenance. d Click Backup and Restore Center. e Click Create restore point or change settings.
Transferring Files and Settings from Your Old Computer to Your New Computer You can copy files from the old computer to your new computer by using media such as CDs or DVDs, memory sticks, or personal media drives. You can also copy certain settings such as Web browser Favorites and address books by using Windows Easy Transfer software. For more information: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Help and Support. 3 Type transfer files into the Search box.
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Using the Keyboard Your computer may include a standard keyboard or a wireless keyboard. The keyboard is the primary way you enter text and commands for the computer. A standard keyboard connects to the keyboard connector in the back of the computer. A wireless keyboard (select models only) uses a receiver/transmitter, instead of a connector cable, to communicate with your computer. A light on the receiver indicates receiver activity.
Function keys The function keys, located above the main keys, are labeled F1 through F12. Most function key operations vary by software program. F1 and F3 are available at all times: Pressing F1 displays a Help window for the software program being used. Pressing F3 displays a search window. Edit keys The edit keys are Insert, Home, Page Up, Delete, End, and Page Down. Use these keys to insert and delete text, and to quickly move the cursor on the screen.
Numeric keys Press the Num Lock key to lock and unlock the numeric key functions: When the Num Lock light on the keyboard is on, the numeric keys work in the same way as the number keys and arithmetic functions found on a basic calculator. When the Num Lock light on the keyboard is off, the numeric keys are directional keys used to move the cursor or play games.
Special keyboard buttons There are special buttons (select models only) at the top of the keyboard. These buttons operate a CD or DVD player, control speaker volume, connect you to the Internet, or provide quick access to specific functions. (Some keyboard models have some of these special buttons to the left side of the main keys, some do not have the Internet buttons, and some use a different layout on the top right.
Icon Feature Description (continued) Search Opens page designed to search the Internet. Can be reconfigured to open any Web site or software program. E-mail Opens e-mail program. Can be reconfigured to open any Web site or software program. HP Club Links to HP Web site. Compaq My Presario Links to Compaq Web site. Or hp Or Compaq Or Shopping Or Sports Or Finance Or Or Connect to Internet Search Goes to popular Web sites. Can be reconfigured to open a site or software program.
Media control or playback buttons Icon Label Description Eject 1 and Eject 2 Opens or closes upper and lower optical drive trays. Rec Starts recording to selected media. Stop Stops media. Play/Pause Plays or pauses media. Prev Rewinds media. Next Fast-forwards media. Volume Volume knob controls speaker volume: Turn clockwise to increase speaker volume and counterclockwise to decrease volume. NOTE: The Volume knob can continue to be turned, even after maximum volume has been reached.
Customizing the keyboard buttons You can customize some of the special buttons on the keyboard (select models only) to open different programs or files, or go to favorite Web sites. 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound, if it is present. 4 Click Keyboard. 5 Click the Buttons tab, and then double-click the button you want to change.
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Using the Mouse Your computer includes a mouse for directing the cursor (pointer) on the Windows Vista desktop. The mouse uses a roller ball or optics (a light and sensor) to sense movement and cause the cursor on the screen to move. Use the mouse on a flat surface. NOTE: The optical mouse cannot work on a glass, translucent, or reflective surface. A wireless mouse (select models only) is an optical mouse that uses a receiver/transmitter, instead of a connector cable, to communicate with your computer.
Using the Mouse Buttons The mouse has two or three buttons on the top: Click the left mouse button (A) to position the cursor or select an item. Click the right mouse button (C) to display a menu of commands for the item you clicked. On select models, use the scroll wheel button (B) in the center for scrolling and panning. NOTE: Your mouse may look different from the one shown here. You see these terms for using the mouse: Click means to press and release the left mouse button once.
Autoscrolling 1 Place the cursor anywhere in the document, and then press the scroll wheel button once. An autoscroll icon appears. 2 Move the mouse in the direction you want to scroll. The farther you move the mouse from the starting point, the faster the document scrolls. 3 To stop autoscrolling, press the scroll wheel button again. NOTE: Autoscrolling does not work with some software programs. Panning 1 Place the cursor anywhere in the document, and then press and hold down the scroll wheel button.
Changing Mouse Pointer Speed To change the speed of the cursor on the screen relative to the motion of the mouse: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound, if it is present. 4 Click Mouse. 5 Click the Pointer Options tab. 6 In the Motion area, use the slider to adjust the pointer speed. 7 Click Apply and then OK.
Using the Windows Media Center Remote Control (Select models only) NOTE: The remote control is included with select models only. Features and location may vary. The remote control is designed to work with Windows Media Center. You can use your remote control with Windows Media Center to play CDs and DVDs, view pictures, and much more.
Remote Control Buttons Overview 1 On/Off (Sleep) — Puts the computer into and out of a power-reduced sleep mode. It does not turn the computer off. 2 Visualization — Displays visual imagery that is synchronized to the sound of your music tracks. 3 Music — Opens the Music Library window in Windows Media Center. 4 Radio — Opens the FM Radio window in Windows Media Center. 5 Guide — Opens the Television Program Guide.
18 0 to 9, #, * — Enters text and numbers into a Windows Media Center search or text box. Each time you press a number button, a different character appears. Press the Enter button to select a character. 19 Clear — Deletes the last character entered. 20 LED — Activity indicator light. The LED tells you that the remote control is emitting a signal when you press a button. 21 Print — Prints an item in Windows Media Center. 22 Picture — Opens the Pictures Library window in Windows Media Center.
About the Remote Control Use the remote control to open the Windows Media Center program, and use it to view TV, record TV programs, play previously recorded TV programs, and play music, movies, or video. To open Windows Media Center using the remote control, simply point it at the remote sensor, and press the Windows Media Center Start button. Use the remote control at a maximum distance of 8 meters (26 feet) from the remote sensor and at a maximum of 22.
Troubleshooting the remote control If your remote doesn’t work: Make sure that the batteries for the remote control are charged and installed correctly. Make sure the front of the remote sensor (IR receiver) is not blocked. Point the remote control within a 45-degree angle range and less than 8 meters (26 feet) away. If a pressed key repeats itself or sticks, unplug the remote sensor from the USB connector, wait 1 minute, and plug the remote sensor back in.
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Introducing Your Computer Software The operation of your computer is controlled by two kinds of software: The Microsoft Windows Vista operating system, which displays the desktop on the monitor and controls your computer’s hardware, peripherals, and software programs. Software programs that perform specific functions, such as word processing. The software programs included with the computer may vary by model and by country/region.
Removing desktop icons You can remove most desktop icons by deleting them. To delete a desktop icon: 1 Right-click the icon. 2 Click Delete. Retrieving desktop icons 1 Open the Recycle Bin on your desktop. 2 Drag the icon onto the desktop. Using the Windows Start Button Menu Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar to open the Start menu. From the Start menu, you can: Open programs or documents. Open the Help and Support Center. Start a search. Run a program.
Organizing your All Programs list To change the name of an item: 1 Right-click the item. 2 Click Rename. 3 Type the new name, and then press Enter on the keyboard. 4 Click Yes in the message that appears. To copy an item: 1 Right-click the item. 2 Click Copy. 3 Go to the desktop or folder, right-click an empty area, and then click Paste. If you use Add or Remove Programs in the Control Panel to delete a software program, the shortcut in All Programs may not be removed.
Resizing Windows All windows have three buttons in the upper-right corner. The middle button is either the Maximize button or the Restore Down button, depending on the state of the window. Feature Name Description Minimize Collapses the window to the taskbar (but does not close it). To bring the window back up, click the taskbar button with the name of the window. Maximize Expands the window to the full-screen size.
About the Internet This section describes connecting to and using the Internet, including how to use a Web browser and electronic mail (e-mail). Use the Internet to search for information or services on the Web, or to retrieve, read, or send e-mail messages. The Internet is a group of computers that communicate with each other through telephone lines, digital services, or cable lines. Each Internet computer is independent, and its operators choose which files to make available to users of the Internet.
Using a Browser A Web browser program searches for and displays Web site information. How you explore the Internet depends on whether your ISP provides the browser or allows you to choose your own. Once you are connected to the Internet, your browser displays the home Web page. You can go to a different Web site by entering its address (such as http://www.hp.com) into the address box in the browser, and pressing Enter on your keyboard.
Restricting Internet content The Internet provides you with a wide variety of information, but some information may not be suitable for every viewer. With Content Advisor (a feature of Internet Explorer), you can: Set up a password. Control Internet access. Set up a list of Web sites that people who use your computer cannot view. Adjust the type of content people can view with and without your permission.
Configuring and registering Norton Internet Security software When you first set up the computer, Norton Internet Security helps you to configure and register your copy of Norton Internet Security. Be sure to set up Norton Internet Security before you start surfing the Internet. 1 Double-click the Norton Internet Security icon on the desktop. Or Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, click All Programs, click Norton Internet Security, and then click Norton Internet Security again.
Sending and Receiving E-Mail E-mail enables you to send and receive letters, pictures, postcards, and even music and video clips. NOTE: E-mail may contain a virus in the message itself or as an attachment. To protect your computer, do not open any message that originates from an unfamiliar source or that appears suspect to you. Instead, delete such messages. Your computer comes with an e-mail program from Microsoft called Windows Mail (select models only).
Software Quick Reference Table (Select models only) Your computer includes a number of software programs that: Record and play CDs. Record data CDs. Import and edit video files. Record video CDs and DVDs. Organize digital media files. The following table describes the functionality specific to each of these programs. Use the table to determine which program to use to perform a task.
With this program: Real Rhapsody (select models only) You can: (continued) muvee autoProducer (select models only) RealPlayer (select models only) Roxio Creator (select models only) Roxio MyDVD (select models only) Play music CDs, .mp3s, and other audio files. Record music files. Record a copy of an existing music or data CD to use on the computer. Organize digital files into a library for recording or listening.
With this program: Backup My PC (select models only) You can: (continued) Create computer backup files to protect your data and other important files on your computer. NOTE: This software is included with the Personal Media Drive only. HP Total Care Advisor (select models only) Microsoft Windows Movie Maker (select models only) Quickly organize the Web links you want to keep available to you on your desktop. Comparison-shop using the convenient shopping search engine.
Managing Files A file is any unit of information that is named and stored on your computer hard disk drive or other electronic storage media, such as a CD, diskette, or even in a digital camera. A file can be an application program, a picture, music or sounds, a document, or data. Almost everything you do on your computer involves working with files.
Creating Folders 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Computer. Or Right-click Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Explore. 2 Navigate to the location where you want the new folder. 3 Click Organize and then New folder. 4 Type a name for the folder, and then press Enter on the keyboard. Moving Files CAUTION: Do not move any file that is part of an installed program. Doing so can cause the program to become unusable.
Finding Files To find a file, you can use the Search box at the top of every folder, or the search box on the Windows Start Button menu, which searches the whole computer. To search from a folder Search box: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Computer. Or Right-click Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Explore. 2 Find the folder you want to search. Search looks in the current folder and all subfolders.
Deleting Files CAUTION: Do not delete any file that is part of an installed program. Doing so can cause the program to become unusable. 1 Find the file you want to delete, and click to select it. 2 Click Organize and Delete. 3 Click Yes to confirm the delete and send the file to the Recycle Bin. If you make a mistake and need to retrieve the deleted file, see “Retrieving Files from the Recycle Bin.” NOTE: Another way to delete a file is to right-click the file and then click Delete.
Using a Printer For instructions on connecting and using the printer, refer to the user manual that came with your printer. Printers receive instructions from your computer by means of software programs called printer drivers. In many cases your computer automatically finds the necessary printer driver for your particular printer to work with your computer. If it does not, follow instructions that come with your printer to install the specific printer driver manually.
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Using CD and DVD Media Drives Using Your CD and DVD Drives Your computer can come with several types of CD or DVD drives that allow you to do different tasks. What you can do depends on what kind of drive you have. Allows you to: CD-ROM CD-RW DVD-ROM DVD+RW/+R Read data from CDs • • • • Play music CDs • • • • • • Read DVDs Record (burn) data or music to discs • Play DVD movies • • Record (burn) DVD movies • • The combination (combo) drive is available on select models only.
Inserting and removing CDs and DVDs CAUTION: Use only standard-shaped (circular) discs in your drives. Using nonstandard discs, such as heart-shaped discs or business-card discs, may damage your drive. To insert a CD or DVD: 1 With your computer turned on, press the Eject button near the front of the drive to open the disc tray. NOTE: On some computers, the drive is located behind a door on the front of the computer. 2 Remove the CD or DVD from its case, holding the disc edges or center hole only.
To remove a CD or DVD: 1 With the computer turned on, open the disc tray by pressing the Eject button. 2 Holding on to the disc edges or center hole only, lift the CD or DVD out of the tray. 3 Place the disc in its case. 4 Close the disc tray by gently pushing the tray into the computer.
Disc Features and Compatibility Table Disc File type Can be recorded onto CD-ROM Data No Yes No No Music No Yes Yes Varies by model Data Yes Yes No No Music Yes Yes Varies by model Varies by model Data Yes Yes No No Music Yes Yes Varies by model Varies by model Data No Yes No No DVD movie No Yes No Yes Data Yes Varies by model No No DVD movie Yes Varies by model No Varies by model DVD+R and DVD-R Data Yes Yes No No DVD movie Yes Yes No Varies b
Optical Drive Quick Reference Table Optical drive can: Doublelayer DVD Combo CD-RW/ DVD LightScribe DVD+RW/+R CD-ROM CD-RW DVD-ROM DVD-RAM DVD+RW/+R DVD-RW/-R Read CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Read DVDs No No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Read data on a CD Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Play music Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Record data or music to disc for storage or backup No Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes View DVD movies No No Y
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Using the Memory Card Reader Digital cameras and other digital imaging devices use memory cards, or media, to store digital picture files. The optional memory card reader (select models only) can read from and write to a variety of types of memory cards and the IBM Microdrive disk drive. The card reader is accessible directly on the front of the computer. It has four or two horizontal card slots, which accept the memory cards and the Microdrive disk drive.
1 Insert the media into the card slot until it stops. The activity light (A) on the memory card reader lights, and the computer automatically detects the media. NOTE: You must insert media correctly. Note the direction of the notched corner on the media. For more information, see “Media Insertion Guide.” CompactFlash and Microdrive are keyed and cannot be inserted incorrectly. Insert the receptacle edge (holes) of this media into the slot. 2 An Autoplay window opens. Select a program to access your files.
Card Insert the media 4-slot reader location CompactFlash Type I media Receptacle edge (holes) C (lower-left) CompactFlash Type II media Receptacle edge (holes) C (lower-left) IBM Microdrive disk drive Receptacle edge (holes) C (lower-left) Secure Digital (SD) memory card Facing up D (upper-right) Mini Secure Digital (MiniSD) Memory Card* Facing up MultiMediaCard (MMC) Facing up D (upper-right) D (upper-right) Reduced size MultiMediaCard (RSMMC)* Facing up MultiMediaCard Plus (MMC +)*
2-slot memory card reader (select models only) A Activity light F Upper slot G Lower slot Card Insert the media Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card Facing up (gold connector fingers down) F (upper) MultiMediaCard (MMC) Facing up (gold connector fingers down) F (upper) Memory Stick (MS) Memory Card Facing up (gold connector fingers down) F (upper) Memory Stick (MS-Pro) Memory Card Facing up (gold connector fingers down) F (upper) SmartMedia (SM) Memory Card Facing down (gold connector fingers up)
Understanding the Activity Light The memory card reader activity light is off when there are no media cards plugged into the slots. The light turns on when a media card is inserted into a slot. The light blinks when data is being transferred between the card and the computer. Formatting a Memory Card If you have not used the memory card before, or if the card has become corrupted, you may need to format it before using it. NOTE: Some memory cards have a lock position.
Troubleshooting the Memory Card Reader If you are having problems reading from or writing to a memory card, try the following: 104 Getting Started Some cards have a read/write or security switch on the card. Make sure the read/ write switch is set to Write Enabled before attempting to write data to the card. Make sure the amount of data you want to store is not larger than the storage limit of the memory card.
Using the HP Personal Media Drive and HP Pocket Media Drive The HP Personal Media Drive and the HP Pocket Media Drive (HP Media Drives) can be used as internal or external USB hard disk drives designed to quickly and easily increase your storage capacity and to transfer media files such as digital photos, music, videos, and other important files. You can also use the HP Media Drives to back up other drives on your computer.
Connecting the Drive Your HP Media Drive is designed to work with most computers as an external drive that is connected by using a USB cable, but it also can be inserted into specifically designed HP computers. These computers have a special horizontal or vertical drive bay that connects to the drive by using an internal USB connector. The drive can be easily inserted and removed from the hard disk drive bay without turning off the computer. This is sometimes referred to as warm-swappable.
HP Media Drive fronts A Drive activity indicator light B Power on indicator light C HP Personal Media Drive guide ridges D Power/drive activity LED indicator HP Personal Media Drive (A, B, C) HP Pocket Media Drive (D) Connecting the Drive to a Computer Without a Drive Bay The HP Media Drives are designed to work with most computers as an external hard disk drive that you connect by using a USB 2.0 cable. If your computer has USB 1.1 ports, use two USB ports to insure that enough power is supplied.
To connect the drive: 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Plug the rectangular end of the USB 2.0 cable (C) into an available USB port on your computer. Plug the square end of the USB 2.0 cable (D) into the USB connector on the back of the HP Media Drive. NOTE: USB 2.0 uses only one USB connector. USB 1.x systems use both USB connectors. 3 Install the software and drivers. Refer to the HP Media Drive documentation for more information.
You can permanently assign a drive letter to avoid the letter changing when you connect and disconnect this drive and other devices. Also, it is easier for a software program to locate the files on the HP Media Drive if a drive letter is assigned. Some programs may not be able to find files if the drive has a new drive letter. It is always best to remove your drive safely to avoid errors. See “Disconnecting the Drive.” To assign a drive letter: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.
Disconnecting the Drive CAUTION: To avoid hardware damage and data loss, always disconnect your HP Media Drive safely when it is not saving or transferring files. You can safely remove the drive when it is not active. When the amber activity light is blinking, the drive is active, saving or transferring data. Removing the drive while the light is blinking may cause data loss or damaged files. To disconnect the HP Media Drive safely: 1 Close all programs that may be accessing your HP Media Drive.
4 Select HP Media Drive, and then click OK. The name of the drive may be different if you renamed it, or it may appear as Generic Volume followed by the assigned drive letter. A Safe to Remove Hardware message appears in the system tray, letting you know that the device is safe to disconnect. 5 Click Stop to make sure the HP Media Drive is not active, and then click Close. 6 Disconnect the drive from the computer.
Administrator privilege for installing software Depending on your operating system, you may need to be logged on as the administrator to install software. To change a user’s account: 1 Click Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel, User Accounts and Family Safety, and then click User Accounts. 3 Click Manage another account, and then click the account you want to change. 4 Click Change the account type, select the account type you want, and then click Change Account Type.
Using Windows Media Center Microsoft Windows Media Center lets you do amazing things with your computer. With a full range of easy-to-use digital entertainment features, you can experience movies, music, and photos like never before. Windows Media Center is simple and convenient to use. You can easily find and choose your media. You can play movies, listen to music, and view photos with a single remote control (select models only).
Using Windows Media Center Features You can control the Windows Media Center functions and navigate Windows Media Center windows by using the remote control (select models only), the keyboard, or the mouse. You can easily switch back and forth between them by moving the mouse or by pressing a button on the remote control or the keyboard. NOTE: Some of the Windows Media Center features listed are for select models only.
The right music for the moment In the Music section, you can quickly browse your entire music library by artist, song, or album title, as well as by genre, composer, or year. Windows Media Center automatically downloads thumbnails of album art giving you a very visual way to find the albums you want to hear. You can shuffle and repeat your music, create playlists, apply visualizations, and burn playlists to CD or DVD with the push of a button.
Setting Up Windows Media Center The first time you start Windows Media Center on your computer, a Windows Media Center setup wizard opens. You should complete each step in the setup wizard to be able to use all the features in Windows Media Center. The Windows Media Center setup wizard may take several minutes to complete. If there are steps you still need to complete, you can go to the Settings menu to do so. See “Completing the setup wizard steps.
Navigating Windows Media Center You can control the Windows Media Center functions and navigate Windows Media Center windows by using the remote control, the keyboard, or a mouse. In the Windows Media Center windows, a selected item such as a folder, file, or menu item is either highlighted or moves to a zoomed in position.
Windows Media Center control menu To access the control menu in Windows Media Center, move the mouse to display the menu bars: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 From the Tasks menu, click Shutdown. Use your arrow keys on your remote control or your keyboard to scroll to the right or left of the screen to select the other options. Icon Action Close Windows Media Center. Log off and end your Windows Media Center session and switch users.
Using Windows Media Center Power Settings When your computer is in Sleep mode it appears off, but you can actually still perform tasks such as recording TV programs or music files. Sleep mode turns off the display and mutes the audio. NOTE: The audio or video of TV recordings is not affected when the computer is in Sleep mode. You can activate Sleep mode by pressing the Sleep button on your computer, keyboard, or remote control.
3 Select General, Windows Media Center Setup, and then Run Setup Again. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the wizard. NOTE: You can change your Windows Media Center settings in the Settings menu. Following are some of the items included in the setup wizard: Check for your Internet connection. An Internet connection allows you to access media links, display information about your music CDs and DVDs, and download the Television Program Guide if your computer came with a TV tuner.
Windows Media Center Start Menu A Open the Windows Media Center Start menu. B Go back one screen. C Minimize the Windows Media Center window. D Resize the Windows Media Center window. E Close the Windows Media Center window. F Use arrow keys to scroll left and right through the sub-menu items. G Use media playback controls: Play, Stop, Pause, Skip, Fast-Forward, Replay, Rewind, Record, Volume Up/Down, Mute, and Channel Up/Down.
Windows Media Center Start menu items Play DVD — See “Using DVDs in Windows Media Center.” Online Media — Access to various photo, video, TV and other media providers. Pictures + Videos — View digital pictures, play a slide show, or print photos. Watch your home videos. See “Playing Video CDs (VCDs) with Windows Media Player.” Music — Play music files or music CDs, create and edit playlists, and record music files to CD.
Windows Media Center Settings categories General Startup and Window behavior. Visual and Sound Effects to set transition animations, sounds, and background colors when navigating in Windows Media Center. Program Library Options to allow programs in the Program Library to control the media experience and access media information in Windows Media Center. Also you can hide Internet security warnings.
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Playing CDs, DVDs, or VCDs This section describes how to play CDs, VCDs, or DVDs by using Windows Media Center, Windows Media Player, or other audio and video programs. This section also describes using Music, radio, changing DVD and audio settings. Using Music The Music area in Windows Media Center is a great way to play, organize, and back up your music files. It is designed to work with the Windows Media Player program.
Using Music with Windows Media Center You can copy digital music files and organize a music library by using music library in the Windows Media Center or by using the Windows Media Player program. Music files that are added to music library in the Windows Media Center and in the Windows Media Player are accessible from within Windows Media Center and the Windows Media Player.
Using the music library Adding Music to music library When you add music files to your music library, they are placed into the music library in the Windows Media Center and the Windows Media Player. The added music files can immediately be found and played back using Music in Windows Media Center or the Windows Media Player. You can also add music files to your music library from within the Windows Media Player program.
6 Use the arrow buttons on the keyboard or the remote control to select a location. When you find the folder that contains your music folder, select it by making sure an arrow appears next to the folder. Repeat this step to add additional folders, and select Next and then Finish. 7 Select OK.
Using supported music file types You can play the following types of digital audio files in Music. Refer to Windows Media Player Help for more information about supported file types. File extension File type .cda CD audio file .au, .snd Audio file .aif, .aifc, .aiff AIFF audio file .wav Windows audio file .mp3, .m3u MP3 file .wax, .wma Windows Media Audio file .asf, .asx, .wm, .wma, .wmv, .wmp, .wmx, .wpl, .wm, .wmd, .
Playing Music Files in Music When you first open Windows Media Center, select Music and click on music library, you will find a few music albums and tracks listed in your Windows Media Center and Windows Media Player music library. To play music, click on one or more songs and then click play. You can also click play all music to hear all the tracks stored in Music.
Changing the Visualization Settings You can change the visualization settings such as the alchemy, bars and waves, and battery settings. You can also set the visualization options to start visualizations when the music plays at the beginning of the song, always, or never. Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 1 From the Tasks menu, click settings, then click Music.
Playing a song in Music You can play a song from anywhere in Music. You can select it from the songs list, or from the albums, artists, genres, composers and other lists. You can also play a single song from a playlist: 1 Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 Click Music. 3 Click music library. 4 Click Songs. The list displays all the songs in your library.
4 While the Queue is being played you can view the queue by selecting View Queue. 5 You can edit or clear a queue, save it as a playlist or burn a queue list on a CD or a DVD. Finding and Playing an Album in Music 1 From Windows Media Center click Music, and then click music library. 2 Use the arrow buttons on the remote control or the arrow keys on the keyboard or the mouse to select an album, and then press OK on the remote control.
Using Search Searching for Music Tracks and Files You can search for music files if you cannot locate them. Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 1 Click Music, and then select search. 2 To search, enter letters by using either the alphanumeric keypad on your remote or your keyboard. 3 The search begins when you enter the first letter.
To create a playlist: 1 Select Music, select music library, and then select either albums, artists, playlists, songs, or genres. 2 Use the arrow buttons on the remote control, or the arrow keys on the keyboard, or use the mouse to navigate to the music you want to add to your playlist. 3 Press OK on the remote control, or press the Enter key on the keyboard, or click on the selection to select a song. 4 Select Add To Queue to add the music to the list of music in the queue.
Copying Music Files to CD in Music To copy your music files to CD: 1 Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 Select Tasks and click burn cd/dvd. 3 A message displays asking you to insert media. Insert a blank CD-R disc. 4 Select a disc format: Audio CD or Data CD, and then click Next.
10 Click Yes. 11 Click OK. 12 Follow the onscreen instructions. IMPORTANT: HP supports the lawful use of technology and does not endorse or encourage the use of our products for purposes other than those permitted by copyright law. NOTE: For more information about writable media, refer to the other documentation that came with your computer. Using more music In more music you can play and listen to various online radio stations. 1 From the Windows Media Center, click Music, and then click more music.
3 Click the right mouse button for the icons to appear that take you to the previous menu. Using radio In radio you can play, listen, and preset various online radio stations. 1 From the Windows Media Center, click Music, and then click radio. 2 Click presets to preset and organize your favorite radio stations. 3 By clicking sources you can access the Music and Radio menu. 4 Click the right mouse button to view list and to go to the settings menu.
Playing Music CDs To play music CDs, you must have either a CD or DVD drive. 1 Insert the music CD into your CD or DVD drive. The default audio program opens. If the Audio CD wizard window opens, choose the program you want to use from the list. You may have to scroll down in the window to see all available programs. 2 The music CD automatically begins to play. Playing CDs with Windows Media Player Your computer must have a DVD drive to play DVD movies.
Using country/region codes Most DVD discs have country/region codes embedded in the disc data that limit where the DVD movie can be played. The country/region number is usually placed over a world globe printed on the DVD packaging and disc. DVDs without country/region codes play on any player or drive in any country/region. WARNING: You can change countries/regions only five times before the country/region code locks and becomes permanent.
If the DVD is already in the drive, select play dvd. The DVD movie begins playing in full-screen mode. 3 If a DVD menu appears, use the remote control or the mouse to select the DVD menu items and control the DVD movie playback. 4 To stop playing the DVD, press Stop on the remote control or move the mouse to display the media controls, and then click the Stop button. 5 Move the mouse for other icons to appear.
Changing the DVD Movie Language To select DVD language settings for subtitles, audio track and menu: 1 Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 From the Tasks menu, click settings. 3 In the Settings window, click DVD. 4 In the DVD Settings window, click DVD Language. 5 Use the arrow buttons on the remote control or the arrow keys on the keyboard to select (+) or (–).
4 In the DVD Settings window, click Remote Control Options. 5 After making the changes, click Save. Changing DVD Closed Captioning You can change the DVD closed captioning options. 1 Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 From the Tasks menu, click settings. 3 In the Settings window, click DVD. 4 In the DVD Settings window, click Closed Captioning.
Changing DVD Audio Settings To select DVD audio settings for viewing the DVD: 1 Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 From the Tasks menu, click Settings. 3 Click TV. 4 Click Audio. The Audio Properties window opens. 5 Select your speaker and sound options. Select your speaker output and your channel mode, if applicable. Select Save.
Playing Video CDs (VCDs) To play a VCD you must have either a CD or DVD drive. 1 Insert the video CD into your CD or DVD drive. The default video CD program opens. If the Video CD wizard window opens, choose the program you want to use from the list. You may have to scroll down in the window to see all available programs. 2 Use the controls in the video CD program to play the video CD.
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Creating Audio and Data Discs This chapter contains the procedures you must perform to record (or burn) files to recordable CD and DVD discs. It also includes information about labeling your discs by using the LightScribe labeling technology available on select models or by creating a paper label. Your computer includes one or more CD, DVD, or combination optical drives capable of recording.
Erasing Rewritable Discs Before Recording Previously recorded files on rewritable discs (CD-RW, DVD-RW, or DVD+RW) must be erased before recording new files. CD-R, DVD-R, and DVD+R discs cannot be erased. To erase a rewritable disc in Roxio Creator: 1 Open the Roxio Creator program by clicking Start, All Programs, Roxio, Creator. 2 Click Tools and then Erase Disc. 3 Insert the rewritable disc you want to erase. 4 Click the Quick Erase or Full Erase option, and then click the Erase Disc icon.
Audio CD tips When recording music files, it is important to note that: As you add music files in the recording session, the software calculates and displays the amount of recording time available to record additional music files. If you try to record more than a standard CD can hold, a message displays warning you that all the tracks may not fit on your disc. If your recording fails, manually select a slower recording speed, if available, each time you make a recording.
Creating jukebox discs This section provides instructions for burning a jukebox disc with compressed audio files. Since files are burned directly to the disc without conversion into the standard audio format, jukebox discs are actually data discs. Only certain CD players can play these CDs. For instructions on creating an audio CD that plays in most car and home CD players, see “Creating audio CDs.” To create a jukebox disc: 1 Insert a writable disc into the disc-burning drive.
7 Watch a preview of your video in the Preview area. 8 When ready to create the video disc, click Burn. For more help using Roxio Creator and Roxio MyDVD, refer to the Help menu in the Roxio program. Copying a disc The following explains how to make a copy of an existing CD or DVD. Copying a disc using two disc drives If you have two disc drives, you can copy a CD or DVD directly from one drive to the other. To copy a DVD using this method, you must have two DVD drives.
6 When prompted, insert a writable CD or DVD into the disc-burning drive and click OK. When the process is complete, you are prompted to create a disc label. For more information on creating a disc label, refer to “Making a disc label using LightScribe,” or “Making a paper disc label.” For more help using Roxio Creator, refer to the Help menu in the program. Creating data discs This section provides instructions for burning data files onto a disc.
Making a disc label using LightScribe The following provides instructions for making a disc label using LightScribe technology. For instructions on making a paper label, refer to “Making a paper disc label.” LightScribe requirements Burning a label with LightScribe requires three things: A LightScribe-enabled disc drive (select models only), identified by the LightScribe logo. Labeling software that supports LightScribe. A writable LightScribe disc (sold separately).
Making a paper disc label The following provides instructions for creating a paper label for your disc. To create a LightScribe label, refer to “Making a disc label using LightScribe.” 1 Load the printer with adhesive label paper. You can purchase label paper at most office supply stores. 2 Open Roxio Express Labeler by clicking the Windows Start Button, All Programs, Roxio, and then click Express Labeler. 3 Under Step 1: Select Project, select Disc Label.
Working with Pictures and Videos You can view, copy, edit, print, and share digital images and videos by using the computer. You can transfer digital images and videos to the computer by using the following methods: CD or DVD: Insert the disc into the CD or DVD drive. Digital camera or digital video camera: Connect the device to the computer with the transfer cable that came with the device. (Select models have a digital camera docking bay.
Viewing Pictures in Windows Media Center With Windows Media Center, you can view, sort, edit, print, and create a CD or DVD of your pictures from the folders you create in the Pictures directory in Windows Explorer. Pictures is a folder on your hard disk drive in the Documents window, and it is also a Windows Media Center menu item that enables you to view and search for your digital images by using the remote control or the keyboard and mouse.
9 When you find the folder that contains your picture folder, select it by making sure an arrow appears next to the folder. Repeat this step to add additional folders, and then select Next. 10 Select Finish.
Viewing pictures as a slide show 1 Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 Select Pictures + Videos, and click picture library. 3 Select the folder of pictures you want to view as a slide show, and then press OK on the remote control or Enter on the keyboard. 4 Select play slide show, and then press OK on the remote control.
Using supported picture file types in Windows Media Center You can view the following types of image files in Windows Media Center. File extension File type .jpg, .jpeg Joint Photographic Experts Group .tif, .tiff Tagged Image File Format .gif Graphics Interchange Format .bmp Bitmap .wmf Windows MetaFile .png Portable Network Graphics Only supported image file types are displayed in the Pictures + Videos area of Windows Media Center. Unsupported files are skipped in a slide show.
5 Select Touch Up. 6 Select Contrast or Red Eye. 7 Select Preview to see the result. 8 After you select the options you want to fix, select Save. The picture displays with the new settings. 9 Select Yes to save changes and replace the original picture file. Cropping pictures in Windows Media Center 1 Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center.
7 Use the mouse and keyboard to do one or more of the following: Select the arrows under the picture to move the picture side to side, or up or down. Select the magnifying glass tools to move the cropping tool in or out. Select the rotate tool to move the cropping tool to a vertical or horizontal position. 8 After you select the settings you want to fix, select Save. Once you save the picture, you cannot revert to the original picture.
Copying Pictures to CDs and DVDs in Windows Media Center NOTE: In Windows Media Center, all pictures are copied to CDs as .jpg files. 1 Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar and then select Windows Media Center. 2 From the Tasks menu, select burn cd/dvd. 3 Insert writable media (CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+/-R, or DVD+/-RW) into the drive. 4 Select Data CD/DVD, and then select Next.
Playing digital videos After you organize your videos in the Videos folder or Shared Video folder in Windows Explorer, open Windows Media Center to watch them: 1 Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 Select Pictures + Videos. 3 Select video library. 4 Select the video folder you want. The video folder opens, displaying a list of video files.
Transferring and Recording Video Files Once you capture your video by using video capture and editing software, you can use Windows Media Center to find it and add it to your Videos area. Recording analog and digital video files Refer to Help and Support for more information about capturing and recording video files from analog and digital video cameras. To find information in Help and Support: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar and then click Help and Support.
Creating Movies by Using muvee autoProducer (Select models only) Creating personalized and professional-looking video movies is simple with muvee autoProducer, a software program on your computer. This version of muvee autoProducer includes features such as video capture and disc recording.
NOTE: If you upgrade muvee autoProducer, you can use DivX video format. See “Upgrading muvee autoProducer.” 3 Add music: Select music files on your computer to add to your movie soundtrack. You can use the following music file types in your movie project: File extension File type .aac Advanced Audio Coding .mp3 MPEG Layer 3 .m4a MPEG-4 Audio layer (unprotected AAC) .wav Windows Audio .
Button Enables you to See Get Video from Camera Open the muvee Video Capture window to capture (copy) live video or recorded video. “Capturing video from a digital video camera.” Add Video Open the Add Video window to add existing video files to your project. “Adding videos.” Add Pictures Open the Add Pictures window to add existing still-image files to your project. “Adding pictures.” Add Music Open the Add Music window to add existing music files to your project. “Adding music.
Capturing video from a digital video camera You can use muvee autoProducer to capture (copy) digital video files to your hard disk drive in either of the following ways: Live (known as camera mode) by using a compatible digital video (DV) camera. See “Capturing live video from a DV camera.” Recorded (known as VCR mode) by using a recorded tape in your DV camera. See “Capturing video from a digital video camera.” Captured video files are automatically added to your movie project.
Capturing recorded video from a DV camera For best results when using muvee autoProducer, capture only video footage that you are most interested in using in your movie project. To capture (copy) recorded video to your hard disk drive: 1 Connect your DV camera to the FireWire (IEEE 1394) port on your computer. 2 Turn on the camera and set it to VCR mode. Refer to the instructions in the manufacturer’s documentation. 3 Click the Get Video from Camera button.
4 You can use the magicMoments feature in muvee autoProducer to mark specific scenes in a video clip that you want to include in, or to leave out, of your final movie: a Select a video file in the Select Video/Pictures window, and then click the magicMoments button. The magicMoments window opens. b Click the Play button to start viewing the video.
3 Adjust the order of the picture files by dragging and dropping the picture files. NOTE: To remove a picture from the production, select it and then click the trash can icon. 4 Click the Rotate Image Clockwise button to rotate still images. 5 You can use the magicSpot feature in muvee autoProducer to control the motion that is applied to your picture: a Click the magicSpot button to open the magicSpot window. b Click the Manual button to display two overlapping frames over your picture.
Changing the settings To adjust audio and video production settings for your movie: 1 Click the Change Settings button. The muvee Settings window opens. 2 Click the Duration tab to set preferences and the length of your video production. Click one of the following duration settings: Fit to music. The produced version may reuse or drop some video and pictures. Best fit for videos and pictures. The produced version may repeat or trim music. User Defined.
Adding an opening title and closing credits You can personalize your movie project by adding an opening title and closing credits: 1 Click the Title/Credits button. The muvee Title and Credits window opens. 2 Click the Title tab: 3 a Select a title effect in the drop-down list. b In the Enter your title here box, type the text that you want to appear at the start of your movie. c Click Use font to select the font, style, size, color, and effects from the Font window.
Previewing the movie After you have made the movie, you can preview how the movie looks and sounds, and take snapshots of frames in the movie. 1 Click the Start Playback button. The movie begins playing. 2 Use the Stop and Previous Frame/Next Frame buttons to navigate through the movie. 3 Click the Take Snapshot button to save the current frame as a picture file (.jpeg, .bmp, or .gif format). 4 Click the Locate Shot button to open the magicMoments window.
4 When you are done modifying the movie project, click OK to save your changes and close the Tweak muvee window. Or To exit the Tweak muvee window without saving your changes, click Cancel. Saving the movie project After you are satisfied with the look of your movie project, you are ready to save the movie as a file on your hard disk drive: 1 Click the Save and share your muvee button. The Listed muvee Files window opens, with all your muvee Files listed.
10 When saving is complete, you can click Play muvees to watch the files you saved or Open output folder to view the folder where you saved the files. 11 Click Close when you are done. Recording the movie project to disc To create a DVD, VCD, or SVCD disc of your movie project: 1 Click the Save and share your muvee button. The Listed muvee files window opens with all your muvee files listed. 2 Remove the check mark next to any muvee files you do not want to save.
Upgrading muvee autoProducer You can purchase an upgraded version of muvee autoProducer. The upgraded version enables you to use unlimited video clips, audio clips, and photos in your movie production. It also includes support for DivX file types, which enables you to import or create DivX format muvees. (Purchasing DivX videos from DivX services may require a subscription.) To see muvee autoProducer offers for HP customers: 1 At the top of the muvee autoProducer window, click Help.
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Index A adding CD tracks to the music library 128 music files to the music library from the hard disk drive 127 adjusting monitor 10 antivirus, installing program 54 audio connector 6 Audio Line Out 6 Audio input left and right connectors 4 autoscroll 67 B batteries installing in remote control 73 type for remote control 73 Bluetooth devices 12 burning audio and data disc 148–152 CDs, DVDs 147–151 buttons media control or playback 62 Off, See turning off PC 48 remote control 70 buttons, keyboard customizi
D desktop switching from Media Center 116 devices connecting 9 digital camera connecting 8, 9 digital images 155 digital picture 99, 155 digital video camera connecting to a computer 8 recording videos 150, 168 troubleshooting 9 digital video camera capture 168 discs drive compatibility 95 erasing rewritable 148 features and compatibility 96 documentation, onscreen 39 DV camera capture 168 DVD movies changing audio settings 144 language 142 playing in Media Center 140 DVD Play, features 84 DVDs erasing rewr
Media Center menu bars 116 navigating 117 opening with remote control 72 playing DVDs 140 resizing window 116 using with another program open 116 what you can do in Music 125 memory card reader 155 card types 99 in-use light 103 troubleshooting 104 using 99 memory card, formatting 103 microphone connector 4, 6 mini-jack 18 modem connection 15 modem connector 7 monitor adjusting 10 monitor connector 6 mouse autoscroll 67 cursor speed 68 panning 67 switching button functions 67 mouse connector 5 Music 125 cop
pictures, viewing pictures as a slide show 158 playing digital music files 130 digital videos 163 DVDs in Media Center 140 music CDs in Media Center 130 songs in Music 132 playing music CDs 139, 145 playing songs Buy Music option 133 Visualize option 133 playlist creating in Music 134 power connector 5 printer connecting 9 connector 5 Q queue list creating in Music 132 R RealOne Player, features 85 RealPlayer, features 85 recording videos from digital video camera 150, 168 remote control buttons 70 range
video editing getting started with muvee autoProducer 166 video movies transferring 164 transferring and recording 164 videos 162 creating a CD or DVD 164 playing 162 playing digital videos 163 transferring videos 164 working with home videos 8 visualization settings 131 volume controls 62 W Web Streaming 175 WEP 14 Windows Media Center playing videos 162 viewing your pictures 157 Windows Media Player play DVDs 144 play music CDs 139 playing video CDs 145 setting as default player 129 types of files 129 Wi
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