Compaq Essential 615 User Manual Manual
Multimedia
User Guide
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© Copyright 2009 Hewlett-Packard
Development Company, L.P.
Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are
U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation.
The information contained herein is subject
to change without notice. The only
warranties for HP products and services are
set forth in the express warranty statements
accompanying such products and services.
Nothing herein should be construed as
constituting an additional warranty. HP shall
not be liable for technical or editorial errors
or omissions contained herein.
First Edition: June 2009
Document Part Number: 533490-001
Product notice
This user guide describes features that are
common to most models. Some features
may not be available on your computer.
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Table of contents
1 Multimedia features
Identifying your multimedia components .............................................................................................. 2
Adjusting the volume ............................................................................................................................ 4
2 Multimedia software
Accessing your preinstalled multimedia software ................................................................................. 6
Installing multimedia software from a disc ............................................................................................ 6
3 Audio
Connecting external audio devices ...................................................................................................... 8
Checking your audio functions ............................................................................................................. 9
4 Video
Connecting an external monitor or projector ...................................................................................... 11
5 Optical drive
Identifying the installed optical drive ................................................................................................... 12
Using optical discs (CDs and DVDs) .................................................................................................. 13
Selecting the right disc (CDs and DVDs) ........................................................................................... 14
CD-R discs ......................................................................................................................... 14
CD-RW discs ..................................................................................................................... 14
DVD±R discs ..................................................................................................................... 14
DVD±RW discs .................................................................................................................. 14
LightScribe DVD+R discs .................................................................................................. 14
Playing music ..................................................................................................................................... 15
Watching a movie ............................................................................................................................... 16
Configuring AutoPlay .......................................................................................................................... 17
Changing DVD region settings ........................................................................................................... 18
Observing the copyright warning ........................................................................................................ 19
Copying a CD or DVD ........................................................................................................................ 20
Creating or “burning” a CD or DVD .................................................................................................... 21
Removing a CD or DVD ..................................................................................................................... 22
6 Webcam (select models only)
Webcam tips ....................................................................................................................................... 24
Adjusting webcam properties ............................................................................................................. 25
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7 Troubleshooting
The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD or DVD ....................................................... 26
The computer does not detect the optical drive ................................................................................. 27
A disc does not play ........................................................................................................................... 28
A disc does not play automatically ..................................................................................................... 29
A DVD movie stops, skips, or plays erratically ................................................................................... 29
A DVD movie is not visible on an external display ............................................................................. 30
The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion .................................... 30
A device driver must be reinstalled .................................................................................................... 31
Obtaining the latest HP device drivers ............................................................................... 31
Obtaining Microsoft device drivers ..................................................................................... 32
Using SoftPaq Download Manager .................................................................................................... 33
Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 34
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1 Multimedia features
Your computer includes multimedia features that allow you to listen to music, watch movies, and view
pictures. Your computer may include the following multimedia components:
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Optical drive for playing audio and video discs
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Integrated speakers for listening to music
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Integrated microphone for recording your own audio
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Integrated webcam that allows you to capture and share video
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Preinstalled multimedia software that allows you to play and manage your music, movies, and
pictures
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Hotkeys that provide fast access to multimedia tasks
NOTE: Your computer may not include all of the components listed.
The following sections explain how to identify and use the multimedia components included with your
computer.
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Identifying your multimedia components
The following illustration and table describe the multimedia features of the computer.
NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.
Component Description
(1) Webcam light (select models only) On: The webcam is in use.
(2) Webcam (select models only) Records video and captures still photographs.
(3) Speaker Produce sound.
(4) Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo
speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio.
NOTE: When a device is connected to the headphone jack, the
computer speakers are disabled.
(5) Internal microphone Records sound.
(6) Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array
microphone, or monaural microphone.
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Component Description
(1) Webcam light (select models only) On: The webcam is in use.
(2) Webcam (select models only) Records video and captures still photographs.
(3) Speaker Produces sound.
(4) Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo
speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio.
NOTE: When a device is connected to the headphone jack, the
computer speakers are disabled.
(5) Internal microphone Records sound.
(6) Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array
microphone, or monaural microphone.
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Adjusting the volume
You can adjust the volume using the following controls:
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Computer volume hotkey—A combination of the fn key (1) and either the f9 (2), f11 (3), or f12 (4)
function key:
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To mute or restore volume, press fn+f9.
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To decrease volume, press fn+f11.
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To increase volume, press fn+f12.
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Windows® volume control:
a. Click the Volume icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar.
b. Increase or decrease the volume by moving the slider up or down. Click the Mute icon to mute
the volume.
– or –
a. Right-click the Volume icon in the notification area, and then click Open Volume Mixer.
b. In the Speakers column, increase or decrease the volume by moving the Volume slider up
or down. You can also mute the volume by clicking the Mute icon.
If the Volume icon is not displayed in the notification area, follow these steps to add it:
a. Right-click in the notification area, and then click Properties.
b. Click the Notification Area tab.
c. Under System icons, select the Volume check box.
d. Click OK.
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Program volume control:
Volume can also be adjusted within some programs.
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2 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:
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Playing digital media, including audio and video CDs, audio and video DVDs, and Internet radio
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Creating or copying data CDs
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Creating, editing, and burning audio CDs
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Creating, editing, and burning a video or movie to a DVD or video CD
CAUTION: To prevent loss of information or damage to a disc, observe the following guidelines:
Before writing to a disc, connect the computer to a reliable external power source. Do not write to a disc
while the computer is running on battery power.
Before writing to a disc, close all open programs except the disc software you are using.
Do not copy directly from a source disc to a destination disc or from a network drive to a destination
disc. Instead, copy from a source disc or network drive to your hard drive, and then copy from your hard
drive to the destination disc.
Do not use the computer keyboard or move the computer while the computer is writing to a disc. The
write process is sensitive to vibration.
NOTE: For information about using software included with the computer, refer to the software
manufacturer's instructions that may be provided on disc, in the software Help, or on the software
manufacturer's Web site.
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Accessing your preinstalled multimedia software
To access your preinstalled multimedia software:
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Select Start > All Programs, and then open the multimedia program you want to use.
NOTE: Some programs may be located in subfolders.
NOTE: For details about using software included with the computer, refer to the software
manufacturer’s instructions, which may be provided with the software, on disc, or on the manufacturer’s
Web site.
Installing multimedia software from a disc
1. Insert the disc into the optical drive.
2. When the installation wizard opens, follow the on-screen instructions.
3. Restart the computer if prompted to do so.
NOTE: For details about using software included with the computer, refer to the software
manufacturer’s instructions, which may be provided with the software, on disc, or on the manufacturer’s
Web site.
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3 Audio
Your computer enables you to use a variety of audio features:
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Play music using your computer speakers and/or connected external speakers
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Record sound using the internal microphone or connect an external microphone
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Download music from the Internet
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Create multimedia presentations using audio and images
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Transmit sound and images with instant messaging programs
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Stream radio programs (select models only) or receive FM radio signals
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Create or “burn” audio CDs (select models only)
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Connecting external audio devices
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on headphones,
earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety information, refer to the Regulatory, Safety and
Environmental Notices.
To connect external devices such as external speakers, headphones, or a microphone, refer to the
information provided with the device. For best results, remember the following tips:
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Be sure that the device cable is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer. (Cable
connectors are normally color-coded to match the corresponding jacks on the computer.)
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Be sure to install any drivers required by the external device.
NOTE: A driver is a required program that acts like a translator between the device and the
programs that use the device.
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