Multimedia software, Using HP MediaSmart software

2 Multimedia software

Your computer includes preinstalled multimedia software that allows you to play music, watch movies, and view pictures. The following sections provide details about MediaSmart and other preinstalled multimedia software.

Using HP MediaSmart software

MediaSmart turns your computer into a mobile entertainment center. With MediaSmart, you can enjoy music and DVD movies. You can also play and sing along with karaoke CDs (select models only) and view and record live TV (select models only). MediaSmart includes the following features:

●Internet TV—Classic oldies, a range of TV shows and channels, as well as the HP-TV channel streamed in full-screen to computers with an Internet connection.

●Playlist upload support:

◦Upload your MediaSmart photo playlists to Internet photo albums, such as Snapfish.

◦Upload your MediaSmart video playlists to YouTube.

◦Export your MediaSmart playlist to the CyberLink DVD Suite.

●Pandora Internet radio (North America only)—Listen to music selected just for you, streamed from the Internet.

To start MediaSmart:

▲Press the MediaSmart button on your computer.

For more information on using MediaSmart, refer to Help and Support.

Using other preinstalled multimedia software

To locate other preinstalled multimedia software:

▲Select Start > All Programs, and then open the multimedia program you want to use. For example, if you want to use Windows Media Player to play an audio CD, click Windows Media Player.

NOTE: Some programs may be located in subfolders.

Using HP MediaSmart software