HP CQ56-115DX Webcam select models only, Adjusting the volume, Checking your audio functions

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Adjusting the volume

Depending on your computer model, you can adjust the volume using the following:

●Volume buttons

●Volume action keys

●Volume keys

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.

NOTE: Volume can also be controlled through the operating system and some programs.

NOTE: Refer to Getting to know your computer on page 3 and Pointing devices and keyboard on page 21 for information on what type of volume controls your computer has.

Checking your audio functions

To check the system sound on your computer, follow these steps:

1.Select Computer > Control Center.

2.Click Sound.

3.Select the Devices tab, and then click the Test button in order to test each sound. To check the recording functions of the computer, follow these steps:

1.Select Computer > Control Center.

2.Click the Devices tab and then click the Test button next to Sound capture.

NOTE: For best results when recording, speak directly into the microphone and record sound in a setting free of background noise.

To confirm or change the audio settings on your computer, right-click the Sound icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar.

Webcam (select models only)

Some computers include an integrated webcam, located at the top of the display. With the preinstalled software, Cheese, you can use the webcam to take a photo or record a video. You can preview and save the photo or video recording.

The webcam software enables you to experiment with the following features:

●Capturing and sharing video

●Streaming video with instant message software (software sold separately)

●Taking still photos

NOTE: For details about using your webcam, click the Help menu in the Cheese software.

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Contents HP Notebook User Guide Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Multimedia Memory modules Security Appendix B Routine care Welcome Finding informationWelcome Getting to know your computer TouchPad TopLights Top Button and speakers Keys Right side Left side Display Wireless antennas Bottom Additional hardware Networking Using an Internet service provider ISP Using a Wlan Identifying wireless and network status iconsCreating a wireless connection Turning wireless devices on and offConnecting to an existing Wlan Setting up a new WlanProtecting your Wlan Roaming to another networkUsing Bluetooth wireless devices select models only Connecting to a local area network LANPage Using the keyboard Pointing devices and keyboardFunction Action key Using the TouchPad Setting pointing device preferencesUsing the media activity controls MultimediaAudio Webcam select models only Adjusting the volumeChecking your audio functions Video VGAPower management Shutting down the computerSetting power options Using power-saving statesUsing the Power icon Using battery powerUsing power management Displaying the remaining battery charge Inserting or removing the battery Charging a battery Maximizing battery life Managing low battery levelsConserving battery power Storing a batteryDisposing of a used battery Using external AC powerReplacing the battery Testing an AC adapter Drives Handling drivesReplacing or upgrading the hard drive Removing the hard driveInstalling the hard drive Page Playing a CD Using optical drives select models onlyIdentifying the installed optical drive Removing a CDPage Connecting a USB device Using a USB deviceExternal devices Using a USB device Using optional external drives Using optional external devicesRemoving a USB device Memory modules Page Page Page Security Using passwordsProtecting the computer Setting passwords in the operating system Operating system passwords FunctionBackup and Recovery Performing a system recovery Backing up your information Using Setup Utility Setup Utility BiosStarting Setup Utility Changing the language of Setup UtilityExiting Setup Utility Restoring factory default settings in Setup UtilityDisplaying system information Computer is unable to start up Troubleshooting and supportTroubleshooting Computer screen is blankComputer is unusually warm Software is functioning abnormallyComputer is on but not responding An external device is not workingWireless network connection is not working Optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CDDisc does not play Computer does not detect the optical driveMovie is not visible on an external display Contacting customer support Labels ComponentRoutine care Cleaning the display Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Input power SpecificationsOperating environment Appendix C Specifications Electrostatic discharge Index LAN USBWlan

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