HP Compaq Presario C730T CTO, Compaq Presario C730XX, Compaq Presario C731XX, Compaq Presario C732XX, Compaq Presario C735TU Multimedia Guide

Multimedia

User Guide

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First Edition: December 2007

Document Part Number: 459898-001

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 Using multimedia hardware

Using the audio features ...................................................................................................................... 1

Using the audio-in (microphone) jack .................................................................................. 2

Using the audio-out (headphone) jack ................................................................................. 2

Adjusting the volume ........................................................................................................... 3

Using the video features ....................................................................................................................... 4

Using the external monitor port ............................................................................................ 4

Using the S-Video-out jack .................................................................................................. 5

Using the webcam ................................................................................................................................ 6

Adjusting webcam properties ............................................................................................... 8

Using an optical drive .......................................................................................................................... 9

Identifying the installed optical drive .................................................................................... 9

Inserting an optical disc (CD or DVD) .................................................................................. 9

Removing an optical disc (CD or DVD) ............................................................................. 10

When the disc tray opens .................................................................................. 10

When the disc tray does not open ..................................................................... 10

Using the media activity hotkeys ........................................................................................................ 12

2 Working with multimedia software

Opening preinstalled multimedia software ......................................................................................... 14

Installing multimedia software from a disc .......................................................................................... 14

Using multimedia software ................................................................................................................. 14

Preventing playback disruptions ......................................................................................................... 15

Changing DVD region settings ........................................................................................................... 16

Observing the copyright warning ........................................................................................................ 16

Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 17

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1 Using multimedia hardware

Using the audio features

The following illustration and table describe the audio features of the computer.

Component Description

(1) Speakers (2) Produce computer sound.

(2) Audio-out (headphone) jack Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear

buds, headset, or television audio.

(3) Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset or microphone.

(4) Volume down hotkey Press fn+pg dn to decrease speaker volume.

(5) Volume up hotkey Press fn+pg up to increase speaker volume.

(6) Volume mute hotkey Press fn+home to mute and restore speaker sound.

(7) Internal microphone Records sound.

Using the audio features 1

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 headphones,

earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety information, refer to the Regulatory, Safety and
Environmental Notices.

CAUTION: To prevent possible damage to an external device, do not plug a single sound channel

(monaural) connector into the headphone jack.

In addition to connecting headphones, the headphone jack is used to connect the audio-out function of
an audio device such as external powered speakers or a stereo system.

When connecting a device to the headphone jack, use only a 3.5-mm stereo plug.

When a device is connected to the headphone jack, the speakers are disabled.

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