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Table of Contents Finding HP TouchSmart PC Information ........................................................................................... vi Getting to Know the HP TouchSmart PC ........................................................................1 HP TouchSmart PC Features............................................................................................................1 Front and right side of the HP TouchSmart PC ......................................................................
Sound Options............................................................................................................................22 Connecting analog speakers ...................................................................................................22 Connecting and enabling digital speakers or an audio receiver ...................................................23 Speaker volume ................................................................................................................
HP TouchSmart FAQs ..................................................................................................41 How do I add tiles (shortcuts) to my HP TouchSmart homepage view?...........................................42 How do I add a tile of a favorite Web site link? .........................................................................42 How can I see all the tiles in my homepage view? ......................................................................
Finding HP TouchSmart PC Information Type of information Where to find Set up your HP TouchSmart PC. Setup poster How-to videos about using HP TouchSmart features. Visit hp.com/go/learntouchsmart (English only) Find features of the computer hardware. HP TouchSmart PC Getting Started guide (this guide) Connect to the Internet. Learn about HP TouchSmart and other software. Connect a television signal. Watch and record TV programs on the computer.
Getting to Know the HP TouchSmart PC HP TouchSmart PC Features The HP TouchSmart PC is a fun and engaging touch-enabled high-performance computer built into a high-definition* 56-cm (22-in) diagonal widescreen display.
Front and right side of the HP TouchSmart PC Features and configurations vary by model D C D E E B F A G O H I J K L N A M Item Description LCD display optimized for touch The HP TouchSmart PC integrates a state-of-the-art 56-cm (22-in) diagonal widescreen high-definition display with HP BrightView technology.* The HP BrightView technology improves the contrast and clarity of your display, so that colors are brighter and images come to life.
Item D Microphone array E Built-in wireless LAN Description (continued) Use the built-in digital microphone array to record sound for your webcam videos, and to use instant messenger or chat software to have video chats online. The microphone is designed to filter out ambient noise in your environment, to provide a cleaner sound. It is designed to record from a distance of up to one-half meter (2 feet) away from the computer.
Item Description (continued) N Wireless keyboard and mouse Sleek wireless keyboard and mouse fit under the HP TouchSmart PC. O Internal Speakers Use the built-in, high-quality stereo speakers for a powerful media experience when listening to music, or when watching your home videos and DVDs.
Removing the Connector Cover To remove the connector cover on the back of the computer, insert your finger under the gap on the bottom-left side of the cover, and pull gently. Replace the connector cover by aligning the hooks on the right edge of the cover with the slots on the computer, and then pressing it until it snaps into place. Back of the HP TouchSmart PC Features and configurations vary by model A B C D E F G H I J K L M Connector Function A USB 2.0 ports (3) Connect USB devices (USB 2.
Connector Function (continued) C Digital audio port (SPDIF Out) Connect to your home theater system or your surround sound digital speakers. Supports 3.1, 4.1, and 5.1 speakers. D Audio Line Out Connect external 2.0 and 2.1 powered speakers. E TV In Connect your TV signal source to watch, record, and pause live TV. This is an F-type coaxial TV input signal connector. F S-Video In Capture analog video from a video camera, or connect to a set-top box for TV input.
Activity LED indicator lights A B C H D E F G The following are the activity indicator light-emitting diodes (LEDs) on your HP TouchSmart PC: LED What it does A Event Indicates an event reminder notification has been set from a software application. Setting of the event reminder is available in select software applications only. B Webcam Indicates webcam activity. C Power Indicates the power state; blue indicates power on, and amber indicates Sleep mode.
Connecting the power source Plug the power cord into the AC adapter (brick), and the power adapter cord into the back of the computer. Route the power cord through the notch in the computer stand, and then plug the power cord into an AC power source through a surge protector/uninterruptible power supply (UPS). Cable Management The HP TouchSmart PC includes a cable-management feature that is located behind the back connector cover.
2 Route your cables through the cable routing clip (A), and out of the back of the computer. A 3 Replace the connector cover by aligning the hooks on the right edge of the cover with the slots on the computer, and then pressing it until it snaps into place. Then, route the cables through the notch (B) in the computer stand.
Adjust the Angle of the Computer Stand The HP TouchSmart PC is shipped with the computer stand collapsed against the back of the computer. To assure that the computer is in a stable position on your desktop, pull the computer stand open until it snaps into place. Then, if you want to change the angle of HP TouchSmart PC, hold each side of the computer, and tilt it back to an angle of between 10 and 40 degrees from the vertical. 10° min.
Synchronizing the wireless keyboard or mouse The wireless keyboard and mouse are pre-synchronized for your convenience, to work with your HP TouchSmart PC. They should work immediately after pulling the battery tabs, which activate the pre-installed batteries, and turning the mouse switch on (B). You may need to manually synchronize the wireless keyboard or mouse if they are not functioning.
Turning the HP TouchSmart PC On and Off Turning on the HP TouchSmart PC After you finish setting up your HP TouchSmart PC, press the Power/Sleep button (A) on the top-right side of the computer to turn it on. Complete the initial setup by following the onscreen instructions. Please be patient while the setup process completes; it may take several minutes. A B You can also turn on the HP TouchSmart PC or put it into Sleep mode by pressing the Power/Sleep button on the keyboard or the remote control.
Changing Power Settings Basic power settings help conserve energy or enhance computer performance. You can also customize power settings for your computer hardware. For example, you can set your computer to go to sleep after a specified period of inactivity. What used to be called Standby is now called Sleep in Microsoft Windows Vista. In Sleep mode, your work is saved to memory, and then the computer enters a power-saving state.
Setting up a wireless home network Wireless access point and Internet service required and not included. Availability of public wireless access points limited. First-time wireless network installation requires that you: 1 Purchase high-speed Internet service from an Internet service provider (ISP). 2 Purchase a broadband modem (DSL or cable). This may be provided by the ISP. 3 Purchase and install a wireless router (sold separately), if one is required.
Setting up a wired home network First-time wired network installation requires that you: 1 Purchase high-speed Internet service from an Internet service provider (ISP). 2 Purchase a broadband modem (DSL or cable). This may be provided by the ISP. 3 Purchase and install a wired router (sold separately), if one is required. NOTE: Broadband modem and router installation procedures vary, depending on the manufacturer. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
6 Add other computers or devices to your wired network: a Disconnect power from the broadband modem and the router, and then shut down your HP TouchSmart PC and the computers you want to add to your network. b For each wired computer, connect one end of an Ethernet cable to the LAN connector on the computer, and then connect the other end of the cable to any available Ethernet connector on the router. c Reconnect power to the modem, and wait until the modem has completed its startup cycle.
Adjusting the Ambient Light Select models only The HP TouchSmart Ambient Light casts a cool white glow from the base of the computer. By default, the Ambient Light is turned off when you turn on the computer. To control the Ambient Light: Press the Ambient Light button on the left side of the computer to turn the Ambient Light on. Continue pressing the button to cycle through low intensity, medium intensity, high intensity, off, and on.
Using the Optical Disk Drive You can use your CD/DVD drive to play and record CDs and DVDs, and Blu-ray (select models only) discs. The slim-slot CD/DVD drive does not have a disc tray. To insert a disc, turn the data side toward the back of the computer (label side forward) and slide the disc into the drive slot. A To eject a disc, make sure the power is turned on and then press the eject button (A) on the side of the disc drive.
Connecting the TV signal source to the computer Select models only WARNING: Please read “Additional Safety Information” in the Limited Warranty, Support, and System Recovery Guide before installing and connecting your HP TouchSmart PC to the electrical power system. To connect a TV signal to the computer, your computer needs a TV tuner, which is included with select models only. You also may need to purchase some cables separately.
3 If you are using a set-top box, connect the IR emitter cable to the IR emitter connector (D) on the back of the computer, in order to use the remote control. The IR emitter cable is shown in the following illustration. You must adhere the IR blaster onto the set-top box IR receiver window. Point the remote control at the computer (not the set-top box).
Completing the Windows Media Center setup wizard Select models only 1 Open Windows Media Center. Tap the Windows Vista start button and then tap Windows Media Center. , tap All Programs, Or To open Windows Media Center from HP TouchSmart, open HP TouchSmart, and tap the Windows Media Center tile. 2 Scroll to the Tasks menu, and select settings, General, and then select Windows Media Center Setup. 3 Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your TV tuner and Windows Media Center TV program guide.
Sound Options Your HP TouchSmart PC supports the following speaker options: Built-in analog stereo speakers Analog 2.0 or 2.1 powered speakers Digital 3.1, 4.1, or 5.1 powered speakers Audio receiver NOTES: The HP TouchSmart PC supports powered speaker systems only. Powered speakers require a separate power supply. When the Audio Line In connector is being used, the following are affected: the output to the internal speakers, the Audio Line Out connector, and the headphones connector.
Connecting and enabling digital speakers or an audio receiver Connect 3.1, 4.1, or 5.1 digital speakers or an audio receiver to the SPDIF Line Out (orange) connector on the back of the computer behind the connector cover, and then use the following procedure to enable the speakers or audio receiver. If necessary, refer to the instructions that came with your speakers or audio receiver. NOTE: When SPDIF is connected, you can switch to the internal speakers without unplugging the SPDIF Line Out.
Speaker volume Use the Volume buttons on the right side of the computer. Use the Microsoft Volume icon on the taskbar: a Press and hold (or with the mouse, right-click) the Volume icon, and then select Open Volume Mixer. The Volume Mixer window opens. b To adjust the volume for HP TouchSmart programs (Notes, Music, and Video), be sure to adjust both the speaker volume, and the HP TouchSmart program volume. Scroll to the right in the Applications area to see all choices.
Configuring sound for Windows Media Center After you have installed, connected, and configured the speakers, use the following procedure to configure audio output for Windows Media Center: 1 Tap the Windows Vista start button. 2 Tap Windows Media Center. 3 Scroll to the Tasks menu, tap settings, General, and then tap Windows Media Center Setup. 4 Tap Set Up Your Speakers, and then tap Next. 5 Select the type of cable that connects your speakers or audio receiver to your computer, and then tap Next.
Connecting a Printer You can connect a printer by using the USB connectors on the sides or back of the HP TouchSmart PC, or you can use a wireless printer. NOTE: The HP TouchSmart PC does not support printers that require a parallel printer connector. Installing a Security Lock A security lock (sold separately) enables you to secure your computer from theft and unwanted changes. A security lock is a key lock device that has a wire cable attached.
Cleaning the HP TouchSmart PC Screen Before cleaning the touch screen, you must disable it by turning off the computer. If the computer is not turned off, the touch screen is enabled, and you could lose data while cleaning it. For optimal touch performance, the HP TouchSmart PC screen requires periodic cleaning to remove any particles on the sides and surface of the screen. The touch screen has a glass surface that can be cleaned by using the cleaning cloth that came with your HP TouchSmart PC.
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.
7 With the latch pulled out, lower the stand toward the computer. . 8 Leave the computer stand in the down position for shipping. Recycling Your Old Computer Hardware HP offers computer equipment recycling programs in certain countries/regions. To learn about the options, go to www.hp.com/recycle, and select your country/region in the drop-down list. There are also computer trade-ins and other programs for some countries/regions. Go to the following Web sites: North America and Asia Pacific English: www.
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HP TouchSmart Software Overview What Is HP TouchSmart Software? The HP TouchSmart software suite comes preinstalled on your new computer. HP TouchSmart is made to maximize the touch features on your new computer. You can personalize HP TouchSmart for quick access to your favorite online programs, the Web, and RSS feeds. From the HP TouchSmart homepage, quickly view your photos, watch videos, play music, or search the Internet with a few taps. View the TouchSmart tutorials at hp.
Navigating HP TouchSmart Use touch or the wireless keyboard and mouse to select and deselect items in HP TouchSmart. Within HP TouchSmart, additional ways to access and navigate programs are shown here. Action Description Go to HP TouchSmart homepage Tap the House icon to go to the HP TouchSmart homepage. Close HP TouchSmart Tap the Close button on the HP TouchSmart homepage. Go back to a previous window Tap the Back Arrow button.
Action Description (continued) Move an HP TouchSmart tile to a new location Press and drag a tile up or down, and then left or right, to move it to a new location on the HP TouchSmart window. Drag and drop songs to create a playlist You cannot drag in a straight line to the drop location. Press and then drag an item first up or down at a right angle and then over to the playlist area. You know when the item is selected when a disc icon appears.
Touch Techniques for the Windows Desktop and Non-HP TouchSmart Software To use software and navigate the Windows desktop, you can use the touch screen, keyboard, mouse, or remote control (included with select models only). Some tasks, such as HP TouchSmart programs, browsing the Internet, or accessing your favorite programs, are better suited to the touch screen. Other tasks, such as typing search text, are better suited to the keyboard.
HP TouchSmart Tiles When you open HP TouchSmart software, you see a row of large tiles and a row of small tiles below that. Tiles are shortcuts to either software programs, features in HP TouchSmart, or links to Web sites. Use the large tile area for programs you use often, and use the small tiles for the rest of your program shortcuts. Move these tiles around by dragging a tile up and out of a row and dropping it to a new location. The tile appears as a transparent image as it moves.
HP TouchSmart Photo View and edit your photos, create slideshows, and print photos with HP TouchSmart Photo. If you have an Internet connection and a Snapfish account, you can upload your photos to share with others. The Upload button in TouchSmart Photo links to the Snapfish Web site. (Snapfish is not available in some countries/regions.) Use your thumb and forefinger to make a photo larger or smaller.
Capturing webcam video and snapshots Use HP TouchSmart to record video and take snapshots. Use the YouTube button to upload videos. (The YouTube Web site is not available in all countries/regions. YouTube requires Internet connection, and you must set up an account.) Outside HP TouchSmart software, you can also use CyberLink YouCam software (select models only) to capture webcam video and snapshots.
HP TouchSmart Notes With HP TouchSmart Notes, you can create text notes and voice notes using touch, the keyboard, a video, photos, or by recording your own voice. This is such a fun way to make notes to yourself or your family. HP TouchSmart Weather Through the Settings button, you can set up a tile to give a two-day forecast for any city or zip code. (Not available in all countries/regions.
Software Quick Reference Table In addition to the HP TouchSmart software suite, you may have the following programs installed. Some of the software listed in the following table is included with select models only. This is not a complete list of all the software included with your computer. To open any of these programs, tap the Windows Vista start button, All Programs, select the program folder (for example, DVD Play), and then tap the program name to open the software.
With this program: You can: (continued) CyberLink PowerDirector Record movie files to create VCDs and DVDs that you can play on some DVD players. Copy and share video files. Capture video files. Edit video files. Quickly organize the Web links you want to keep available to you on your desktop. Comparison-shop by using the convenient shopping search engine. Get HP software and driver updates. Get important messages from HP.
HP TouchSmart FAQs “How do I add tiles (shortcuts) to my HP TouchSmart homepage view?” on page 42 “How do I add a tile of a favorite Web site link?” on page 42 “How can I see all the tiles in my homepage view?” on page 43 “How do I temporarily hide a tile?” on page 43 “How do I delete a tile from the HP TouchSmart homepage?” on page 43 “How do I change the icons designating my tiles?” on page 43 “What is an RSS Feed?” on page 43 “How do I set up an RSS feed?” on page 44 “How do I get photos into my HP Touc
“How do I delete a text or voice note?” on page 51 “How do I display the temperature and forecast for a city?” on page 52 “Can I connect an old printer to my HP TouchSmart computer?” on page 52 “How can I tell if my HP TouchSmart computer is 64-bit or 32-bit?” on page 52 “What can I do if my HP TouchSmart media programs are crashing?” on page 53 How do I add tiles (shortcuts) to my HP TouchSmart homepage view? 1 Open the HP TouchSmart homepage by clicking the HP TouchSmart icon.
How can I see all the tiles in my homepage view? To view a hidden tile: 1 From the HP TouchSmart homepage, tap the Personalize button. 2 In the list of tiles, tap a tile that is disabled to enable it. 3 Tap OK to save your changes and return to the HP TouchSmart homepage. The tile you enabled is now visible. How do I temporarily hide a tile? To temporarily hide a tile: 1 From the HP TouchSmart homepage, tap the Personalize button. 2 In the list of tiles, tap a tile that is enabled to disable it.
How do I set up an RSS feed? To subscribe to an RSS feed in Internet Explorer: 1 Tap the Windows Vista start button, and then tap Internet Explorer. 2 Tap the Feeds button to discover feeds on the Web page. 3 Tap a feed. 4 Tap the Subscribe to this Feed button . 5 Type a name for the feed, and then select the folder where you want to create the feed. 6 Tap Subscribe. 7 Open HP TouchSmart, and tap the RSS feeds tile to view your RSS feeds.
How do I create a slideshow of my photos? Be sure you name your slideshow and then tap Save, or the slide show will not be saved. To make a slideshow: 1 From the HP TouchSmart homepage, tap the Photo tile. 2 Choose from where you want to create a slideshow: Dates, Folders, All Photos, or Removable Drive. 3 If you want specific photos in your slideshow, create a folder of those photos only. 4 Tap the Play Slideshow button. As you watch the slideshow, onscreen controls disappear.
Next, choose from where HP TouchSmart Music will show music files: 4 From the HP TouchSmart homepage, tap Music. 5 Tap Settings, and then tap either Use HP TouchSmart Media library (which is the Music folder on your hard drive) or Use my iTunes library. iTunes does not come preinstalled. You have to have access to the Internet, download and set up an account with iTunes. You can see all files from the music folder you chose in HP TouchSmart Music.
You can also create your own art: 1 Open the Internet to find a piece of art, or identify a piece of art you downloaded to your hard drive (right-click on the art to find options). You might find the artwork of the original CD cover, and choose that. 2 Download the art to your desktop. 3 Open your music folder to find the album that does not have artwork. 4 Drag and drop, or cut and paste, the art to the blank CD icon (the album with no cover art) in your music folder.
How do I create (burn) a CD or DVD of my music or photos? To record, or burn*, a CD of your songs, you must use a CD recording program, such as CyberLink Power2Go or Windows Media Player, which you access through your Windows desktop. To create CDs and DVDs of your music or photos using CyberLink software: 1 Tap the Windows Vista start button, tap All Programs, and then tap CyberLink DVD Suite Deluxe. 2 Select the type of media you are using.
How do I make a video playlist? You can organize your videos by creating video playlists, much like you might with music. NOTE: You must save your playlist if you want to keep it. Name it first, and then the Save button is enabled, according to this procedure. 1 From the HP TouchSmart homepage, tap the Video tile. 2 At the bottom of the screen, tap Create Playlists. 3 Open a video folder from which you want to select videos to add to the playlist.
Where are my webcam and microphones? The webcam (A) and microphones (B) are at the top center of the computer. To adjust the viewing angle of the webcam shot, tilt the screen, or move your physical position to be in site. For optimal sound recording, you should be within one-half meter (2 feet) from the HP TouchSmart computer. B A B What is the time limit of my video recordings? The video recording time is limited to 10 minutes if you plan to upload your video to YouTube.
6 Select your microphone; if you do not have an external microphone, choose SoundMAX Integrated microphone, and click Next. 7 Choose HP Webcam as your video, and follow the rest of the instructions. 8 Click Finish. 9 Open the client and follow the directions to start a video chat. How do I create and save a handwritten or typed note? Written notes can be typed or handwritten by touch. Use this feature like you would sticky notes to your family or yourself. 1 Open HP TouchSmart, and select the Notes tile.
To restore a note (you can do this only if you have not deleted files in the Recycle Bin): 1 Open the Recycle Bin. 2 Select the note you want to restore (by tapping it). 3 Tap the Restore Selected button. How do I display the temperature and forecast for a city? 1 From the HP TouchSmart homepage, select the Weather tile. 2 Tap the Settings button. 3 Tap in the Set Location box, and then use your keyboard or the onscreen keyboard to enter a city, state, ZIP, or postal code. 4 Tap the Search button.
What can I do if my HP TouchSmart media programs are crashing? When you are in an HP TouchSmart media program, and the application is crashing, there are a few things you can try. NOTE: HP TouchSmart media includes the Photo, Music, and Video programs. Within HP TouchSmart software, tap Personalize. Turn off the application that crashes, and then turn it back on. If that does not work, close and restart HP TouchSmart. If that does not work, restart your computer.
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Index A adaptor, composite video-to-S-Video 19 Ambient Light adjusting 17 button 4 Audio Line In connector 4 Audio Line Out connector 6 Auto-Start 31 B Bluetooth antenna features 2 using Bluetooth devices 16 button Ambient Light 4 computer power/sleep 3 DVD control 3 HP TouchSmart 3 C cable management 8 cable router clip 6 calendar using HP TouchSmart Calendar 37 camera position 50 carpal tunnel syndrome 28 CD creating music CD 48 using the CD/DVD drive 18 cleaning touch screen 27 composite video adaptor
HP TouchSmart RSS Reader setting up RSS feeds 44 HP TouchSmart Video supported file formats 36 using 36 I instant messenger, making a video call 50 IR emitter cable connecting to a set-top box 20 cable, connecting 20 connector 6 IR receiver, remote control 3 iTunes, using with HP TouchSmart 46 K keyboard features 4 receiver 6 keyboard and mouse receiver LED function 7 L LAN (local area network) 13 antenna features 3 connecting to the Internet 5 local area network (LAN) 13 lock security 6 M memory card r
T television, watch and record TV programs 18 touch screen accessing software, performing tasks, navigating the computer 34 cleaning 27 features 2 turning on the computer 12 TV In connector 6 U USB connector 5 V videos setting up a video chat 50 uploading to YouTube 49 voice message, creating 51 volume controls 3 Volume Mixer 24 W webcam capturing video and snapshots 37 features 2 LED 7 position 50 using with the microphone 36 viewing angle 50 webcam microphones position 50 Windows Media Center setup wiz
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