User Guide

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Exploring Your Computer’s Features
Exploring audio features
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To adjust the volume:
❖ For external speakers, use the volume controls located on
the speaker(s).
❖ For headphones, use the computer’s volume control dial
located on the front of the computer.
Recording sounds
You may record sounds and save them as .wav files using the
built-in microphone or an external microphone. The easiest
way to record is through the computer’s built-in microphone.
DEFINITION: A .wav (pronounced “wave”) file is the format for
storing sound in files in Windows.
TECHNICAL NOTE: If you record MP3 files, you can only play
them on a device capable of playing MP3 files.
Using a microphone
To record sounds using the microphone:
1 If you want to use an external microphone, connect it to the
external microphone jack located on the right side of the
computer.
2 Click Start, Programs, Accessories, and then click
Entertainment.
3 Click Sound Recorder.