Getting Started
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Table of Contents Setting Up the Computer ..........................................................................1 Putting the Computer Together .................................................................................1 Placing the computer in the proper location ..........................................................2 Using surge protection .......................................................................................2 Connecting to the computer .....................................
Connecting Headphones .......................................................................................28 Using a 2.1 speaker system with headphones .....................................................28 Using a 5.1 to 7.1 speaker system with headphones ...........................................28 Connecting Speakers Using the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi Sound Card .....................28 Connecting the speakers ..................................................................................
Using the Mouse ....................................................................................51 Using the Mouse Buttons .......................................................................................51 Scrolling.........................................................................................................52 Autoscrolling...................................................................................................52 Panning........................................................
Using a Browser...................................................................................................74 Searching the Internet ......................................................................................74 Restricting Internet content.................................................................................74 Using the AVG Antivirus Software ..........................................................................75 Opening AVG software.........................................
Windows Media Center Features ......................................................................... 102 The right music for the moment ........................................................................ 103 Playing Internet radio ..................................................................................... 103 Sharing your digital memories......................................................................... 103 Transforming your living space into a theater ..............................
Changing the DVD Settings.................................................................................. 126 Changing the DVD movie language................................................................. 126 Changing DVD closed captioning.................................................................... 127 Changing DVD Audio Settings ............................................................................. 128 Playing DVDs with Windows Media Player................................................
Setting Up the 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 for your new location before plugging the computer into an AC power outlet. WARNING: Please read “Safety Information” in the Limited Warranty and Support Guide before installing and connecting the computer to the electrical power system. Putting the Computer Together Follow the steps on the setup poster to set up the computer.
Placing the computer in the proper location All Blackbird 002 systems ship with a base stabilizer (computer stand), which you must install when you set up your computer. Once you install the base stabilizer, the system meets safety standards for product stability in either floor-standing or desktop-mounted setups. See the instructions for attaching the base stabilizer in the Attaching the Computer Stand document that came with the computer.
Connecting to the computer Connect the main hardware devices, such as the monitor, keyboard, and mouse, to the back of the computer. Other peripheral devices, such as a printer, scanner, or camera, also plug into connectors on the back of the computer. Some computers also have connectors on the front of the computer. The following table shows some, but not all, connectors: NOTE: The location, availability, and number of connectors on the computer may vary.
Connector/LED/Button Description and function (continued) Audio Line Out (to powered speakers). Microphone (pink) connector. Headphones (green) connector. Optical Out/Microphone In to connect to a microphone. The Mic connector also functions as a center/subwoofer Line Out when a multichannel audio configuration is activated. IEEE 1394a connector. This 6-pin connector provides high-speed connectivity for audio/video devices, storage peripherals, PCs, or portable devices with very fast transfer rates.
Connector/LED/Button Description and function (continued) LCD Poster display window displays system activity such as boot error messages. Hard disk drive is active LED. Onboard LED SW button turns internal motherboard LEDs on and off. These blue lights are strategically located beside key motherboard connectors to allow you to install components conveniently without a flashlight. See the following Warning. Reset button allows you to restart the computer without turning off the power.
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.
4 You may need to install driver software for your camera. If so, Windows displays a message asking if you want to locate and install driver software. Insert the driver software CD, click Locate and install driver software, and then follow any onscreen instructions to install the software. If the computer does not recognize the digital photo camera or the digital video camera: 1 Click the Windows Start Button® Control Panel.
Connecting Other Devices Other peripheral devices can be connected to the front or back of the computer by using USB or FireWire (IEEE 1394) ports. These peripheral devices include printers, scanners, video cameras, digital photo cameras, memory card readers, and PDAs (personal digital assistants) or handheld computers. Refer to the documentation that came with your device. NOTE: Some peripheral devices are not included with the computer.
5 Click Yes, if it is present. 6 Click OK. NOTE: You can connect more than one display device (CRT monitor, flat panel monitor, TV, and so on) to the computer at a time (select models only). You can quickly change which device displays the computer desktop by pressing Alt+F5. Each time you press Alt+F5, the computer desktop appears on the next device. If pressing Alt+F5 does not work, restart the computer and try again.
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.
Connecting Speakers or Microphone Speakers are included with the monitor (select models only), or they are sold separately. NOTE: For product information on the HP Support Web site, go to: http://www.hp.com/support For details about connecting stereo speakers to the computer, see the setup poster. NOTE: Speakers may be passive (no power button or power cord) or active (power button or power cord). Your computer supports only active (powered) speaker systems; the speaker system must have its own power cord.
Your system may also have a separate Digital Out connector (select models only). Software configuration is different for each connector type, as noted in the instructions. NOTE: Type 3 has three connectors. Type 6 has six connectors. Type S has audio card. Sound connector Three connectors Illustration Your computer model may include three sound connectors. You can connect up to a 5.1 audio system to the computer.
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) connects to side left and right analog speakers in an eight-speaker system (7.1). Line C/Sub (gold) connects to front center/ subwoofer speakers in a multichannel audio configuration. Line Rear (black) connects to rear left and right analog speakers in a multichannel audio configuration.
Sound connector (continued) Type 3 Type 6 Type S Description Optical In (optical SPDIF input) connects recording devices such as a mini disc recorder, digital audio tape recorder, or external hard disk recorder. Optical Out (optical SPDIF output) connects playback devices such as a mini disc player, digital audio tape player, or DVD player. NOTE: Type 3 has three connectors. Type 6 has six connectors. Type S has audio card.
Speaker Configurations You may set up your computer for the following supported configurations: Name Speaker system See Headphones None, muted. “Connecting Headphones.” 2 (stereo) Left speaker, right speaker. “Connecting 2/2.1 (Two speakers and a subwoofer) audio speakers.” 2.1 Left speaker, right speaker, and a subwoofer. “Connecting 2/2.1 (Two speakers and a subwoofer) audio speakers.” 4.1 Two front speakers, two rear speakers, and a subwoofer. “Connecting 4.
A stereo speaker set is a left-right, two-channel speaker system. A multichannel audio speaker system has a left-right front and left-right rear channel, and it may include a subwoofer and a center speaker. Side speakers are included in more advanced systems. A subwoofer provides enhanced bass sounds. “.1” indicates a subwoofer. For example, 7.
The following diagram shows a typical 2.1 audio installation: 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.
The following diagram shows a typical 4.1 audio installation: Connecting 5.1 (Five speakers and a subwoofer) audio speakers To connect two front speakers, two rear speakers, a center speaker, and a subwoofer for six-channel (5.1 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.
4 Connect the center/subwoofer speaker cable to the gold (or pink Mic) connector that matches the back of your computer. 3 6 S For type 3-connector systems, the pink Mic connector functions as a center/subwoofer speaker Line Out when a multichannel audio configuration is activated. 5 Connect the cables to the audio system. 6 Connect the front, rear, and center speakers to the subwoofer. Refer to the speaker documentation. 7 Turn on the computer.
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. 3 Connect the rear speaker cable to the black Audio Line Rear connector on the back of your computer.
The following diagram shows a typical 7.1 audio installation. Color Description 1 Lime green Front audio input 2 Black Rear audio input 3 Orange Center/subwoofer audio input 4 Gray Side audio input (not shown) Connecting your home stereo system (optional) Most home receivers/amplifiers have RCA-type input connectors. You must connect Y adapter cables between your computer and your receiver/amplifier. Y adapter cables have one 3.
Connecting a home stereo system to a computer requires audio cables that are long enough to reach from the computer to the stereo. You also must purchase Y adapter or mini-extension cables. NOTE: Y adapter and mini-extension cables are purchased separately. 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.
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. A B C F E C 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 speakers with Realtek HD Audio Manager.” Type 6: See “Configuring speakers with Realtek HD Audio Manager.” Type S (audio card): See “Using the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi or X-Fi Fatality audio 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 on the back of your computer. 3 6 S NOTE: Type 3 has three connectors. Type 6 has six connectors. Type S has audio card. NOTE: Receiver/amplifier input connectors may be labeled Surround, 7.
6 Turn on the receiver/amplifier. 7 Select the receiver/amplifier input to which the Y adapter cables are connected. 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 “Configuring Speaker and Sound Options.” Connecting digital audio (Select models only) If you have a audio card and you are connecting your home stereo AV receiver via digital out, connect the 3.
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 Support and Information You can find troubleshooting support and information specific for your computer by using the Internet to access the HP Blackbird Web site. Go to http://www.hp.com/blackbird and http://www.hp.com/blackbird/support in your Web browser. 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.com/support in your Web browser.
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 and Support.
Turning On the Computer for the First Time WARNING: Before you install or remove any component, make sure to press the onboard LED SW button first, and make sure the standby power LED is off. Failure to do so may cause injury or severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 1 Make sure that all buttons and switches are turned off. NOTE: Ensure that the LED SW button is not pushed in, or the computer will not turn on.
6 At power on, hold down the Delete key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the BIOS setup instructions in the printed guide for the motherboard that came with the computer. 7 Turn on the speakers, if they are present. 8 Set up the 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 the Reset button The Reset button (A) is located on the front of the computer across from the power button (B). The Reset button can be used to restart the computer without turning off the power. NOTE: The power switch on the back of the computer must be set to the powered on position in order to use the power and the reset buttons. Using Shut Down For best results, when using Windows Vista, turn off the computer without pressing any buttons on the computer chassis.
Using Lock If you lock the computer, only you or the administrator can log on to it. 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click the Lock button. 3 To unlock this computer, you must enter your password. Using Sleep mode When the computer is in Sleep mode, it goes into a reduced-power state. The monitor is blank, as if it were turned off. By using Sleep mode: You save time, because you do no have to wait for the computer to go through the normal startup routine when you wake it again.
3 Click Restart. Or Quickly press the On or Reset button on the front of the computer. Using Hibernate mode Hibernate mode is available as an advanced power setting. When the computer is in Hibernate mode, it saves to the hard disk drive everything that is in computer memory, turns off the monitor and the hard disk drive, and then turns itself off. When you turn on the computer again, your programs, folders, and documents are restored to the screen.
6 For Sleep or Away mode, select an option from the Put the computer to sleep drop-down menu, and click Save changes. Or For Hibernate or Away mode: a Click Change advanced power settings. b Click the plus sign (+) next to Sleep. c Click an item and make selections, and then click Apply. d Click OK. Restarting the Computer When you restart the computer, the computer clears some settings and starts over using the operating system and software in its memory.
To connect to the Internet: 1 Sign up with an ISP. If you already have an account with an ISP, skip this step and follow the instructions provided by the ISP. 2 Connect to the Internet. You must connect through your ISP. Double-click the ISP-provided icon on the desktop, and log in. 3 Open your Web browser and browse the Internet. You can use any Web browser; most computers have Microsoft Internet Explorer. To open Internet Explorer: a Click the Windows Start Button b Click Internet Explorer.
Setting Up User Accounts User accounts enable you to set the privileges for each user of the computer. For example, you can set the software programs that each user is allowed to access. Windows Vista provides three types of user accounts: Administrator: Is allowed to change account types for other users, change passwords, change system-wide settings, access all files on the computer, and install software and drivers that are compatible with Windows Vista.
Protecting the Computer Protect the computer, personal settings, and data from a variety of risks by using: Passwords. Antivirus software. Firewall software. Critical security updates. NOTE: Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents, but they may not be able to prevent software attacks or to prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.
Don’t use personal information that others can easily figure out, such as your birthday, child’s name, or phone number. Don’t write down passwords unless you store them in a secure place away from the computer. Do not store passwords in a file on the computer. You can use the same password for more than one Windows Vista security feature. A password can have any combination of up to eight letters and numbers, and it is not case sensitive. A password must be set and entered with the same keys.
The AVG Antivirus program, which is preinstalled on the computer, includes antivirus, anti-spyware, anti-spam, and firewall components. The software includes a free update period. It is strongly recommended that you protect the computer against new viruses beyond the free period by purchasing extended update service. Instructions for using and updating AVG software, and for purchasing extended update service, are provided within the program.
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. When you see the Windows Vista Update message, allow the updates to download to your system. If you update the system weekly, or even monthly, the time required for download is minimal. To configure Automatic Updates: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel. 3 Click Security.
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 Make sure you are logged in as an Administrator. b Click the Windows Start Button c Click Control Panel. d Click System and Maintenance. e Click Backup and Restore Center.
Transferring Files and Settings from an Old Computer to a New Computer You can copy files from the old computer to a 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, which is included with Microsoft Windows Vista. To transfer your files and settings: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Help and Support.
Using the Keyboard IMPORTANT: Please see the documentation that came with the keyboard for additional information about using the keyboard, customizing keyboard buttons, and using any special keyboard keys. You may need to install keyboard software and drivers to access all the special features and functions of the keyboard. Your computer may include either a standard keyboard or a wireless keyboard. Using the keyboard is the primary way that you enter text and commands for the computer.
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 opens a Help window for the software program being used. Pressing F3 opens 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.
Using the Mouse IMPORTANT: Please see any documentation that came with the mouse for additional information about using the mouse, customizing mouse buttons, and using special buttons or features that are included with the mouse. You may need to install mouse software and drivers to access all the special features and functions of the mouse. Your computer includes a mouse for directing the cursor (pointer) on the Windows Vista desktop.
To select sequential items in a list or group, click the first item in the list, and then press and hold the Shift key on the keyboard while you click the last item. To select non-sequential items, click the first item, and then press and hold the Ctrl key on the keyboard while you click the additional items. You can switch the function of the left and right buttons for left-handed use. See “Changing Mouse Settings.
Changing Mouse Settings Switching mouse button functions To switch the functions of the right and left mouse buttons for left-handed use: 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 Buttons tab, and check Switch primary and secondary buttons. 6 Click Apply (using the new primary button), and then click OK.
Turning on the ClickLock option ClickLock enables you to highlight or drag an object without holding down the mouse button. To turn on the ClickLock option: 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 Buttons tab. 6 In the ClickLock area, place a check in the Turn on ClickLock check box. 7 Click Apply, and then click OK.
Configuring Speaker and Sound Options Speakers are included with the monitor (select models only), or they are sold separately. For details about connecting stereo speakers to the computer, see the setup poster. For details about connecting multichannel speakers, see “Connecting Speakers or Microphone.” NOTE: Speakers may be passive (no power button or power cord) or active (power button or power cord).
3 When you are satisfied with the sound level, click the Close box (the X in the upper-right corner) to close this window. Selecting a microphone Your computer comes with one microphone connector on the back of the computer. Some models have a second microphone connector on 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.
Configuring audio output You can configure your speaker audio output by using the following software. Use the software that applies to your computer model: Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi or X-Fi Fatality Speaker Settings Configuration (audio card) Windows Media Center (all systems) Using the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi or X-Fi Fatality audio card This section provides an overview of configuring and recording with the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi or X-Fi Fatality audio card (select models).
7 Click Auto Detect. Creative automatically detects the type of speakers that are connected to your system. 8 Click X to close the window. Now that you have configured the audio card software, you must configure audio output for your media software program. The procedure is different for each program. Refer to the instructions that came with the media software program. Configuring the FlexiJack connector Your audio device may have a FlexiJack connector that supports both microphone and Line input.
Using Audio Creation Mode The Audio Creation Mode enables advanced recording functions. Available features: Recording from several audio sources Applying studio-quality effects Mixer settings Equalizer settings Using Entertainment Mode The Entertainment Mode optimizes the audio card for playing movies and music.
Configuring speakers with Realtek HD Audio Manager After you have installed and connected your speakers, complete the following steps if your computer model has type 6 connectors and is capable of multistreaming audio: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound. 4 Click Realtek HD Audio Manager. The window opens. NOTE: You must have your speakers connected for Realtek to display the Speakers tab. 5 Click the Speakers tab to open that control screen.
Speakers: Enables you to select the number of speakers, view whether the connectors are analog or digital, and select the digital audio output and digital audio input devices. Only speakers that are currently being used are displayed. Microphone: Enables fine control over the recording volume and playback volume of the microphone. Includes buttons for noise suppression and acoustic echo cancellation.
62 Line In (Digital Input): Enables control over volume, playback, mute, recording, and multistreaming audio. HDMI Output: Enables you to select the Environment and Equalizer settings. You can select an environment, such as Stone Room or Auditorium. Under Equalizer, you can either click a preset button, such as Pop or Live, or manually adjust the settings and then save them for easy selection later.
Configuring sound for recording with the Realtek HD Audio Manager The microphone connector is ready to use for recording sound. If you want to use another connector for recording, such as the Digital Audio In connector, complete the following steps to select it: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound, and then Realtek HD Audio Manager. 4 Click the Line In tab. 5 Click Digital In tab, and then select Set Default Device.
5 Place a check in the device check box that you want to select, and then click OK. You can now use the front connectors as either input or output devices. Configuring multistreaming audio The Realtek HD Audio Manager software enables you to listen to two different audio sources on two different speaker sets. For example, you can hear one audio source through a rear-panel speaker connection, and a second source through a front-panel headphone or speaker connection.
Audio input overview You can select two of the following audio sources to play through front-panel headphone and rear-panel speaker connectors: 1 From an externally connected device source, such as: A microphone with cable connected to Mic In (pink). An MP3 player with cable connected to Line In (blue). 2 From an internal source inside, or directly connected to, the computer, audio files may reside on: hard disk drives, DVDs, CDs, USB drives, HP Personal Media Drives, or any connected device.
Setting up multistreaming audio Example 1: For online gaming To configure multistreaming audio output for online gaming with Realtek HD Audio Manager, you must enable Voice-over-IP software (software used to converse over the Internet). Other players hear your voice from the microphone via the Internet, and you hear the game audio from the rear speakers.
4 Select Make front and rear output devices playback two different audio streams simultaneously. 5 Place a check in the Output Mic In/Line In to front panel check box, and then click OK. Or Place a check in the Output Mic In/Line In to rear panel check box, and then click OK.
Resolving sound issues If you do not have sound from the speakers, try the following: 68 Check the volume and mute settings. See “Connecting Headphones.” Use active (powered) speakers, or speakers with an amplifier. Check the sound cable connections. Ensure that the software program and sound software are properly configured. Some software programs may result in low volume, even when the Volume is turned to the maximum value.
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 desktop icon. 2 Click Delete. The icon is placed in the Recycle Bin. Retrieving desktop icons 1 Double-click the Recycle Bin icon on your desktop. 2 Drag the icon onto the desktop. Removing files permanently 1 Right-click a file, and then click Delete. 2 Right-click the Recycle Bin icon on the desktop, and then click Empty Recycle Bin.
Organizing the 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 opens 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 then pressing Enter on your keyboard.
Once you set up restricted rating levels in Content Advisor, users can view Web sites and other pages that you have specified under the rating setup. However, to view unrated Web sites or pages, users must enter the Content Advisor password that you have set. This means that any unrated page, even Help and Support or Internet Explorer, is not viewable if the user does not know the password. To enable Content Advisor: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Internet Explorer.
3 Click AVG, and then click AVG Test Center. 4 Click the Check for Updates button to get the latest AVG updates, which keep your computer protected. 5 For more information about using and updating the AVG software, press F1 on your keyboard to open the AVG Help window. Manually running a system scan To scan all hard drives on your computer for viruses and security risks: 1 Double-click the AVG icon on the desktop. Or Click the Windows Start Button and then click AVG Test Center.
7 Use the drop-down arrows to select what type of task to schedule, such as Test or Update. 8 Click the Perform Task tab. Use the drop-down arrows to select frequency of task settings and a start date. 9 Click Apply, and then OK. 10 Click the Close button. NOTE: If the computer is in Sleep mode, the AVG program does not perform a scheduled antivirus scan. AVG displays a message asking if you want to Start Task as soon as the computer is out of Sleep mode.
Using Windows Mail To set up Windows Mail, you first need some information from your ISP: your e-mail address, user name, password, the names of your incoming and outgoing e-mail servers, and perhaps some other details. The first time you start Windows Mail, make sure the computer is connected to the Internet, and follow the wizard to set up your account. To add an account in Windows Mail: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click All Programs. 3 Click Windows Mail.
With this program: DVD Play (select models only) CyberLink Power2Go (select models only) CyberLink PowerProducer (select models only) CyberLink LabelPrint (select models only) Microsoft Windows Movie Maker (select models only) You can: Play DVD movies and video CDs (VCDs). Play Blu-ray and High-Definition DVDs if the computer has a Blu-ray and HD DVD disc drive. Use the Zoom and Pan features. Create viewing bookmarks. Record data and music files.
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Managing Files A file is any unit of information that is named and stored on the computer hard disk drive or other electronic storage media, such as a CD, diskette, or even in a digital camera. A file can be a document, picture, music, video, or other data. Almost everything that you do on the computer involves working with files.
Creating Folders 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Computer. Or Click the Windows Start Button Explorer. on the taskbar, and then click Windows 2 Navigate to the location where you want to place the new folder. 3 Click Organize, and then click 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 Click the Windows Start Button Explorer. on the taskbar, and then click Windows 2 Find the folder that you want to search. Search looks in the current folder and all subfolders.
Renaming Files CAUTION: Do not change the file name extension (the last three characters of a file name, after the period). Doing so could make the file unrecognizable to the computer. 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Computer. Or Click the Windows Start Button Explorer. on the taskbar, and then click Windows 2 Find the file or folder you want to rename, and then click it to select it. 3 Click Organize, and then Rename.
Copying Files 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Computer. Or Click the Windows Start Button Explorer. on the taskbar, and then click Windows 2 Find the file that you want to copy, and then click it to select it. 3 Click Organize, and then Copy. 4 Find and open the folder in which you want to put the file. 5 Click Organize, and then Paste. NOTE: You can also copy files by dragging them into a new location.
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Using CD and DVD Media Drives Using the CD and DVD Drives Your computer can come with several types of CD or DVD drives that allow you to perform 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 Blu-ray DVD+RW/+R HD 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.
Handling CDs and DVDs To avoid damaging a disc, follow these guidelines: Return the disc to the case when you are finished using it. Handle the disc by its outside edges or center hole only. Do not touch the unlabeled side of a disc or place the unlabeled side down on a desk. Doing so could scratch the surface of the disc. Store discs at room temperature. Inserting and removing CDs and DVDs CAUTION: Use only standard-shaped (circular) discs in the drives.
4 Close the disc tray by: Gently pushing the tray into the computer. Or Clicking the open/close button on the control panel for the program that controls the drive. Or Pressing the media control open/close button or Eject button on the keyboard (select models only). Or Pressing the Eject button on the drive, if it is accessible. To remove a CD or DVD: 1 With the computer turned on, open the disc tray by pressing the Eject button.
Disc Features and Compatibility Table Disc File type CD-ROM Can be recorded onto Plays in computer Plays in home or car stereo Plays in home DVD player 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
Optical Drive Quick Reference Table Optical drive can: CD-ROM CD-RW DVDROM DVDRAM DoubleDVD+RW/+R layer DVD-RW/-R DVD Combo CD-RW/ DVD LightScribe BD HD DVD+RW/+R DVD+RW/+R Read CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs. Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Read DVDs. No No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Read data on a CD. Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Play music. Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Record data or music to disc for storage or backup.
Using Blu-ray and HD Disc Drives If the computer came with a Blu-ray (BR) and high-definition (HD) disc drive, there are three programs that are designed specifically for use with this drive: DVD Play plays Blu-ray, high-definition (HD), and regular commercial DVD discs. PowerProducer is a video editing program for creating Blu-ray or DVD discs. PowerToGo is a Blu-ray disc recording (burning) program for different types of data storage, such as video, music, pictures, and other data.
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.
2 Select a program to access your files. The computer opens a program, so that you can access the media contents. You can copy files from or to the media. Or If the AutoPlay window does not open, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, click Computer, and then double-click the Memory Card icon to display the files on the memory card. 3 When you are finished, right-click the drive icon, click Eject, check that the activity light is on but not blinking, and then remove the media.
Card Insert the media 4-slot reader location SmartMedia (SM) memory card Facing up B (upper-left) SM xD media Facing up B (upper-left) xD CompactFlash Type I media Receptacle edge (holes) C (lower-left) CF/l CompactFlash Type II media Receptacle edge (holes) C (lower-left) CF/II Microdrive disk drive Receptacle edge (holes) C (lower-left) MD Secure Digital (SD) memory card Facing up D (upper-right) SD Mini Secure Digital (MiniSD) Memory Card* Facing up D (upper-right) MiniSD MultiMed
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 the card 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: Some cards have a read/write or security switch on the card. Make sure that the read/write switch is set to Write Enabled before attempting to write data to the card. Make sure that the amount of data that you want to store is not larger than the storage limit of the memory card.
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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).
Setting Up Windows Media Center The first time that you start Windows Media Center on the computer, a Windows Media Center setup wizard opens. You must 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 that you still need to complete, you can go to the Settings menu to do so. See “Completing the setup wizard.
Optimize how Windows Media Center looks on your display. You can: Change display settings such as brightness, contrast, color, and centering. Test and adjust the display settings of the monitor, TV, or other display. Use the Windows Media Center video to help you change onscreen centering, sizing, aspect ratio (shape), brightness, contrast, color, and sharpness of the display with either the TV remote control or the monitor controls. Set up your speakers.
Windows Media Center Start menu items HD DVD Play or Play DVD — See “Playing DVD Movies in Windows Media Center.” Online Media — Get access to various photo, video, radio, TV, and various media providers. Pictures + Videos — View digital pictures, play a slide show, or print photos. Watch 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.
Play DVD movies. Resume playing your DVDs where you left off. NOTE: If your computer came with a rewritable DVD drive, the drive is able to read and record to DVD+/-R/-RW media. Listen to Internet radio stations. Access streaming music and video subscription services. Some music and video subscription services may not be available in all countries/regions. Open specific windows in Windows Media Center by using the shortcut buttons on the remote control.
In the Picture Library, you can navigate easily through your photos by folder or by the date on which they were taken, with thumbnails and highlighting that help you quickly identify the specific images or folders that you want to see. You can also perform basic editing functions, such as rotating or touching up pictures, either from within the Picture Library or during a slide show.
Using the Windows Media Center menu bars When you move the mouse, the Windows Media Center menu bars appear. These menu bars allow you to access: Media controls (play, fast-forward, rewind, stop, and others). The back arrow. Window-control icons (minimize, maximize, and close). The Windows Media Center icon that takes you to the main Windows Media Center menu. If you use the remote control, or if you stop using the mouse (after 5 seconds), the Windows Media Center menu bars become hidden.
If you have media playing, such as music or a slide show, it appears in an inset window in the lower-left corner. To switch from watching media in the inset window to watching it in full-screen mode, use the arrow buttons on the remote control or the arrow keys on the keyboard to select it, and then press the OK button on the remote control or the Enter key on the keyboard.
Icon Action (continued) Puts the computer in a power-reduced or Sleep mode. Puts the computer in Media Only mode, which gives you access to Windows Media Center, but not to the rest of the computer. NOTE: This option is listed in the Tasks menu. Changing Windows Media Center Settings In the Windows Media Center settings window, you can change settings for viewing your pictures and slide shows, and for controlling sound and the display of all of the Windows Media Center windows.
Parental Controls to block unwanted TV channels and movie ratings, change access code, and reset parental controls. NOTE: The parental controls, captions display, radio, and TV settings listed in Windows Media Center do not apply to computer models that do not include a TV tuner. Automatic Downloads Options to get media information about CDs, DVDs, and movies from the Internet. Optimization to keep the computer running smoothly by performing various tasks on a regularly scheduled basis.
Using Windows Media Center power settings When the 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 the computer, keyboard, or remote control.
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Playing CDs, DVDs, or VCDs This section describes how to play CDs, DVDs, or VCDs by using Windows Media Center, Windows Media Player, or other audio and video programs. This section also describes using Music and radio, and 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 the music library When you add music files to the 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 the music library from within the Windows Media Player program.
5 Click Add folders on this computer, and then click Next. 6 Use the arrow buttons on the keyboard or the remote control to select a location. When you find the folder that contains the music folder, select it by making sure an arrow appears next to the folder. Repeat this step to add additional folders, click Next, and then click Finish. 7 Click OK. Adding music files from a CD To add the CD tracks to the Windows Media Center music library: 1 Click the Windows Start Button Media Center.
Deleting music files from the music library 1 Click the Windows Start Button Media Center. on the taskbar, and then click Windows 2 Click Music. 3 Click music library. 4 Click albums. 5 Select the album that you would like to delete, and then click Delete. 6 Click Yes when the Confirm Delete window is displayed. 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.
If you insert a music CD when Windows Media Center is not open, the AutoPlay window appears and lists various options. You can select the Audio CD options by using the Windows Media Center or Windows Media Player. If you have another program set as the default audio player, Windows opens the program and begins playing the CD. You can set the AutoPlay defaults in the Control Panel.
Playing an album in Windows Media Center 1 Click the Windows Start Button Media Center. on the taskbar, and then click Windows 2 Click Music. 3 Click music library. 4 Insert a music CD into the CD drive. 5 Click albums. 6 Select the album that you want to play. 7 Click Play Album. Playing a song in Windows Media Center 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.
2 Use the Back button on the remote control or the Backspace key on the keyboard to go back to the songs, albums, or playlists menus if you want to select more songs to add to the queue list. Repeat step 1. Or click the mouse on the left arrow on the top left of the screen to go back. 3 After you add the last song for the queue list, select play all. All of the songs in the queue list are played in the order you have selected them.
3 In the now playing window, you can also select: View Queue to view an ordered list of all tracks that will be played on the album. Visualize to view a moving picture while listening to a song. Play Slide Show to play a slide show while the album is playing. Shuffle to rearrange the play order. Repeat to play the album again. Buy Music to connect to the Internet, find CD information, and buy music CDs.
Creating a Playlist in Windows Media Center A playlist is a customized list of songs that you can keep to play later or record to a CD. Using playlists, you can group various digital music files together and determine the order in which you want the files to play. You can create a playlist that includes several tracks from various CDs or even a playlist that contains background music for a slide show. You can create playlists in Windows Media Center or the Windows Media Player.
6 Click play all. 7 Click View Queue. 8 Click Save As Playlist, and give the playlist a name. 9 Use the alphanumeric keypad to enter a name for the playlist, and then click Save. Copying Music Files to CD in Windows Media Center To copy the music files to CD: 1 Click the Windows Start Button Media Center. on the taskbar, and then click Windows 2 Click Tasks, and then click burn cd/dvd. 3 A message opens asking you to insert media. Insert a blank CD-R disc, and then click Retry.
7 Use the arrow keys to scroll through songs. You can select more songs by clicking albums, playlists, and other music menu options. A check mark appears next to the song when it is selected. Press the Back button on the remote control or click Add More in the Review & Edit List to select more songs from different menus. You can also change the name of the CD by clicking Change Name, and clear all selections by clicking Clear All in this window.
Playing CDs with Windows Media Player NOTE: Some commercial music CDs are copy-protected and cannot be played with Windows Media Player. Such CDs come with their own (built-in) player that must be used. 1 Insert the music CD or DVD movie into the drive. When the AutoPlay window opens, select Windows Media Player from the list. You may have to scroll down in the window to see Windows Media Player.
Using Windows Media Center to play DVDs 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Windows Media Center to open Windows Media Center. 3 Scroll to TV+ Movies, and then click HP DVD Play. 4 Use the mouse to operate the media controls to control the movie. 5 To play the DVD in full-screen mode, double-click anywhere in the DVD Play window.
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 that is 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.
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. NOTE: To view additional controls, click the right mouse button. A window pops up, displaying additional options such as: zoom, movie details, title menu, eject, and settings. Changing the DVD Settings You can change the DVD settings such as the DVD language, closed captioning, and remote control options.
4 When you find the language you want, click Save. 5 To return to the main settings window, press the Backspace key on the keyboard or press the Back button on the remote control, or click the left arrow on the top left of the screen. Changing DVD closed captioning You can change the DVD closed captioning options: 1 Click the Windows Start Button Media Center. on the taskbar, and then click Windows 2 From the Tasks menu, click settings. 3 In the settings window, click DVD.
Changing DVD Audio Settings To select DVD audio settings for viewing the DVD: 1 Click the Windows Start Button Media Center. on the taskbar, and then click Windows 2 From the Tasks menu, click settings. 3 Click TV. 4 Click Audio. The TV Audio window opens. 5 Select the speaker and sound options. Select the speaker output and the channel mode, if applicable. Click Save. Playing DVDs with Windows Media Player The computer must have a DVD drive to play DVD movies. 1 Insert the DVD movie into the drive.
Using DVD Play to Play DVDs, Videos, High-Definition DVDs, and Blu-ray DVDs Depending on the type of DVD drive that is included with the computer, you can play DVDs, HD DVDs, or Blu-ray discs. The front of the drive is labeled with the type of discs that the DVD drive can play. Some drives can play both Blu-ray and HD DVDs. This means a better movie viewing experience, greater picture quality, and more bonus content.
To play a DVD, you must have a DVD drive: 1 Insert the DVD into the DVD drive. The default DVD program opens. If the DVD wizard window opens, choose the program that you want to use from the list. You may have to scroll down the window to see all available programs. 2 Use the controls in the DVD program to play the DVD. NOTE: To use the DVD Play controls, you must use the mouse.
Playing Video CDs (VCDs) To play a VCD you must have either a CD or DVD drive: 1 Insert the VCD into the 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 VCD program to play the VCD.
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Creating Audio and Data Discs This chapter contains the procedures that you must perform to record (or burn) files to recordable CD and DVD discs. It also includes information about labeling the discs by using the LightScribe labeling technology that is available on select models or by creating a paper label. The computer includes one or more CD, DVD, or combination optical drives that are 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 CyberLink Power2Go: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, All Programs, CyberLink Power2Go, and then click Power2Go. 2 Click Tools, and then click Erase Disc. 3 Insert the rewritable disc that you want to erase.
CyberLink Power2Go allows you to create closed-session or multisession CDs and DVDs. For closed-session CDs and DVDs, you must record or copy all files on one disc in one recording session. For multisession CDs and DVDs, you can record or copy files in several sessions until the disc is filled or until you close the session. NOTE: Music files can be recorded repeatedly on a rewritable CD-RW disc, but all previously recorded files must be erased first. CD-R discs cannot be erased.
Creating audio CDs This section provides instructions for burning an audio CD that can be played in most home and car CD players. To create an audio CD: 1 Insert a writable CD into the disc-burning drive. CD-R discs play in most home and car stereos, DVD players, and computers. CD-RW discs play only in some stereos, DVD players, and computers. 2 Click the Windows Start Button and then click Power2Go. , All Programs, CyberLink Power2Go, 3 Select the Music Disc icon.
6 If desired, use the tools that are available in the Edit area to make changes to the video. 7 Click the check button when you are done, and then click the arrow button to proceed to the Final Output window. 8 Select the burn options, and then click the Burn Disc icon. 9 When ready to create the video disc, click Burn. NOTE: For more help using CyberLink PowerProducer, click the Help icon. Copying a disc The following section explains how to make a copy of an existing CD or DVD.
3 Click the Copy Disc icon, and then click OK. 4 Select the burn options, and then click the Copy button. Power2Go creates an image file of the disc. This file is temporarily stored on the computer hard disk drive. 5 When you are prompted, insert a writable CD or DVD into the disc-burning drive, and then click OK. 6 When the message Copy Disc: Completed successfully appears, click OK. The disc is ejected automatically.
Making a disc label using LightScribe Technology (Select models only) The following section provides instructions for making a disc label by using LightScribe technology. For instructions on making a paper label, refer to “Making a paper disc label.” What is LightScribe? LightScribe is an innovative technology that uses a special disc drive, special media (CDs or DVDs), and label-making software to burn labels directly onto CDs and DVDs.
6 Under Step 2: Edit titles and other information, design the disc label: a Type in a disc title, author, and date. b Type in song titles, artist/author and time/size of the files. c You can click the Import icon to import MP3 information, if desired. 7 Click the arrow button at the bottom of the window to continue.
5 Under Step 2: Edit titles and other information, design the disc label: a Type in a disc title, author, and date. b Type in song titles, artist/author, and time/size of the files. c Click the Import icon to import MP3 information. 6 Click the arrow button at the bottom of the window to continue.
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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 by using 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 the pictures from the folders that you create in the Pictures directory in Windows Explorer. Pictures is a folder on the 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 the digital images by using the remote control or the keyboard and mouse.
Viewing Pictures in Windows Media Center After you organize your pictures in the Pictures folder in Windows Explorer, open Windows Media Center to view them: 1 Click the Windows Start Button Windows Media Center. on the taskbar, and then click 2 Click Pictures + Videos and then click picture library. 3 Select a folder, tags, or date taken. The window shows a small picture image (thumbnail) of each photo. Select date taken to view each photo with the date it was taken.
5 Press Ctrl+D on the keyboard or the i (More information) button on the remote control, and then click Picture Details. The picture name, location, and last modification date are displayed, if they are available. 6 Press the Backspace key on the keyboard or the Back button on the remote control to go to a previous screen. 7 Use the arrow keys on the keyboard or the arrow buttons on the remote control to display the next or previous pictures.
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 display in the Pictures + Videos area of Windows Media Center. Unsupported files are skipped in a slide show.
5 Click Touch Up. 6 Click Contrast or Red Eye. 7 Click Preview to see the result. 8 After you select the options that you want to fix, click Save. The picture displays with the new settings. 9 Click Yes to save changes and replace the original picture file. Cropping pictures in Windows Media Center 1 Click the Windows Start Button Media Center. on the taskbar, and then click Windows 2 Click Pictures + Videos, and then click picture library. 3 Select a picture to edit.
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 that you want to fix, click 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 Click the Windows Start Button Media Center. on the taskbar and then click Windows 2 From the Tasks menu, click burn cd/dvd. 3 Insert writable media (CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+/-R, or DVD+/-RW) into the drive. 4 Click Data CD/DVD, and then click Next. NOTE: If you are using a writable disc that contains data, you must select Erase Disc to continue.
Playing digital videos After you organize the videos in the Videos folder or Shared Video folder in Windows Explorer, open Windows Media Center to watch them: 1 Click the Windows Start Button Media Center. on the taskbar, and then click Windows 2 Click Pictures + Videos. 3 Click video library. 4 Select the video folder that you want. The video folder opens, displaying a list of video files. You may need to use the scroll arrows at the bottom of the window to display all videos.
Transferring and Recording Video Files Once you capture the video by using video capture and editing software, you can use Windows Media Center to find it and add it to the 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 Support.
Index A adding CD tracks to the music library 114 music files to the music library from the hard disk drive 113 adjusting monitor 8, 9 antivirus, installing program 45 audio connector retasking (multistreaming) 63 autoscroll 52 B Blu-ray compatibility 89 DVD 92 using a Blu-ray drive 87, 90, 92 burning audio and data disc 134–138 buttons media control or playback 50 Off, See turning off computer 35 C cable modem, using 9, 38, 73 card reader, memory 93 carpal tunnel syndrome 39 CDs erasing rewritable 134 p
D H desktop switching from Windows Media Center 105 devices connecting 8 digital camera connecting 6, 8 digital images 143 digital picture 93, 143 digital video camera connecting to a computer 6 recording videos 136 troubleshooting 7 discs drive compatibility 89 erasing rewritable 134 features and compatibility 90 DVD movies changing audio settings 128 language 126 playing in Windows Media Center 125 DVD Play, features 79 DVDs erasing rewritable 134 High-Definition 91 playing Blu-ray DVDs 123 playing HD D
MultiMediaCard (MMC) 95 MultiMediaCard Plus (MMC +) 95 Music 111 deleting music from the Music library 115 finding and playing an album 118 playing a song 117 supported file types 115 music playing with Windows Media Player 123, 128 music library adding CD tracks 114 creating 113 Mute button 50 N Network Interface Card (NIC) 10 O Off button, See turning off computer 35 optical drive quick reference 91 Optimization setting 103, 108 P panning with the mouse 52 peripherals 3 pictures 143 copying pictures to
U W update, Windows Vista 43 updating, system 43 user accounts creating 40 V VCD playing with Windows Media Player 131 video movies transferring and recording 152 videos 150 creating a DVD 152 playing 150 playing digital videos 151 transferring videos 152 working with home videos 6 visualization settings 116 volume controls 50 Windows Media Center menu bars 105 navigating 105 playing DVDs 125 playing videos 150 resizing window 105 using with another program open 105 viewing your pictures 145 what you ca
