HP dv4-2045dx manual Connecting an Hdmi device

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Connecting an HDMI device

The computer includes an HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) port. The HDMI port connects the computer to an optional video or audio device, such as a high-definition television, or any compatible digital or audio component.

The computer can support one HDMI device connected to the HDMI port, while simultaneously supporting an image on the computer display or any other supported external display.

NOTE: To transmit video signals through the HDMI port, you need an HDMI cable (purchased separately), available from most electronic retailers.

To connect a video or audio device to the HDMI port:

1.Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the computer.

2.Connect the other end of the cable to the video device, according to the device manufacturer’s instructions.

3.Press fn+f4 on the computer to switch the image between the display devices connected to the computer.

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Contents Multimedia Product notice Table of contents Troubleshooting Multimedia features Component Description Identifying your multimedia componentsUsing the MediaSmart button select models only Adjusting the volume Using the media activity hotkeys Multimedia software Using HP MediaSmart softwareInstalling multimedia software from a disc Using other preinstalled multimedia softwareAudio Checking your audio functions Connecting external audio devicesVideo Connecting an external monitor or projectorConnecting an Hdmi device Watching TV select models only Configuring audio for HdmiPage Optical drive Identifying the installed optical driveDVD±RW/R Using optical discsCD-R discs Selecting the right discLightScribe DVD+R discs Playing music Watching a movie Changing DVD region settings Creating or burning a CD or DVD Removing an optical disc CD or DVD Webcam Optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD or TroubleshootingDisc does not play Computer does not detect the optical driveDVD movie stops, skips, or plays erratically Disc does not play automaticallyDVD movie is not visible on an external display Device driver must be reinstalled Obtaining the latest HP device drivers DVD Index