Table of contents 1 Using multimedia hardware Using the audio features ........................1 Using the audio-in (microphone) jack .................. 3 Using the audio-out (headphone) jack ................. 3 Using S/PDIF digital audio (select models only) ..............3 Adjusting the volume ......................4 Using the Quick Launch buttons ......................
Using multimedia hardware Using the audio features The following illustration and table describe the audio features of the computer. NOTE Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component Description Internal microphones (2) Record sound. NOTE A microphone icon next to the microphone opening indicates that the computer has an internal microphone.
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Component Description Audio-out (headphone) jack Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. Audio-out (headphone) S/PDIF jack Provides enhanced audio performance, including surround sound and other high-end audio output. Volume mute button Mutes and restores computer sound. Volume scroll zone Adjusts speaker volume.
Using the audio-in (microphone) jack The computer is equipped with a stereo (dual-channel) microphone jack that supports an optional stereo array or monaural microphone. Using sound recording software with external microphones allows for stereo recordings. When connecting a microphone to the microphone jack, use a microphone with a 3.5-mm plug. Using the audio-out (headphone) jack WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on...
Adjusting the volume You can adjust the volume using the following controls: ● Computer volume buttons: ● To mute or restore volume, press the mute button. ● To decrease volume, slide your finger across the volume scroll zone from right to left. ●...
Using the Quick Launch buttons NOTE The tapping sound made by the Quick Launch buttons is enabled at the factory. You can disable the sound in the Setup Utility (f10). The media button (1) and the DVD button (2) functions vary by model and installed software. With these buttons, you can watch DVD movies, listen to music, and view pictures.
Using the video features Using the external monitor port The external monitor port connects an external display device, such as an external monitor or a projector, to the computer. To connect a display device, connect the device cable to the external monitor port. NOTE If a properly connected external display device does not display an image, press fn+f4...
Using the S-Video-out jack The 7-pin S-Video-out jack connects the computer to an optional S-Video device such as a television, VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card. To transmit video signals through the S-Video-out jack, you need an S-Video cable, available from most electronics retailers.
Using the HDMI port(select models only) Select computer models include an HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) port. The HDMI port connects the computer to an optional video or audio device, such as a high-definition television, or any compatible digital or audio component. The computer can support one HDMI device connected to the HDMI port, while simultaneously supporting an image on the computer display or any other supported external display.
Using the camera Select computer models include an integrated camera, located on the top of the display. The camera can be used with a variety of software for the following functions: ● Capturing video ● Streaming video with instant message software ●...
Adjusting camera properties You can adjust the following camera properties: ● Brightness—Controls the amount of light that is incorporated into the image. A higher brightness setting creates a brighter image; a lower brightness setting creates a darker image. ● Contrast—Controls the difference between lighter and darker areas on the image. A higher contrast setting intensifies the image;...
Using an optical drive Depending on the type of optical drive and software installed in your computer, the optical drive plays, copies, and creates CDs or DVDs. Identifying the installed optical drive Select Start > Computer. ▲ Inserting an optical disc Turn on the computer.
Removing an optical disc when running on battery or external power Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the media tray, and then gently pull out the tray (2) until it stops. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the disc.
Removing an optical disc when no computer power is available Insert the end of a paper clip (1) into the release access in the front bezel of the drive. Press in gently on the paper clip until the tray is released, and then pull out the tray (2) until it stops. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the disc.
Using the media activity functions The media activity hotkeys and the media activity buttons (select models only) control the play of an audio CD or a DVD that is inserted into the optical drive. Using the media activity hotkeys A media activity hotkey is a combination of the key (1) and a function key.
Using the media activity buttons NOTE The tapping sound made by the media activity buttons is enabled at the factory. You can disable the sound in the Setup Utility (f10.) The following illustration and tables describe the functions of the media activity buttons when a disc is inserted in the optical drive.
Next/fast forward button Disc status Button Function Playing Next/fast forward button Plays the next track or chapter. Playing + next/fast forward button Fast forwards the playback. Stop button Disc status Button Function Playing Stop button Stops the playback. Chapter 1 Using multimedia hardware ENWW...
Working with multimedia software The computer includes preinstalled multimedia software. Some computer models also include additional multimedia software on an optical disc. Depending on the hardware and software included with the computer, the following multimedia tasks may be supported: ● Playing digital media, including audio and video CDs, audio and video DVDs, and Internet radio ●...
Opening preinstalled multimedia software Select Start > All Programs. Click the program that you want to open. Installing multimedia software from a disc Insert the disc into your optical drive. When the installation wizard opens, follow the on-screen instructions. Restart the computer if prompted to do so. Using multimedia software Select Start >...
Preventing playback disruptions To reduce the possibility of playback disruption: ● Save your work and close all open programs before playing a CD or a DVD. ● Do not connect or disconnect hardware while playing a disc. Do not initiate Hibernation or Sleep while playing a disc. Otherwise, you may see a warning message asking if you want to continue.
Changing DVD region settings Most DVDs that contain copyrighted files also contain region codes. The region codes help protect copyrights internationally. You can play a DVD containing a region code only if the region code on the DVD matches the region setting on your DVD drive.
Index programs audio features 1 earbuds 2 multimedia 17 audio-in (microphone) jack 1, 3 external monitor port 6 using 18 audio-out (headphone) jack 2, 3 projector, connecting 6 protecting playback 19 headphones 2 buttons DVD 5 Quick Launch buttons 5 jack media 5 QuickPlay 5...