HP dv4-1225dx manual Connecting an Hdmi device, Configuring the audio using Hdmi

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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.

Configuring the audio using HDMI

For best results, connect an audio or video device, such as a high-definition TV, to the HDMI port on your computer, and use MediaSmart as your media program.

You must also determine what type of graphics card is installed on your computer, and then configure the default audio playback device according to that graphics card.

Determining the type of graphics card installed on your computer

Check the label on the computer keyboard.

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1.Select Start > Computer > System properties.

2.In the left pane, click Device Manager, and then click the plus sign (+) next to Display adapters.

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Contents Multimedia Product notice Table of contents Webcam Troubleshooting Multimedia features Identifying your multimedia componentsMultimedia features Using the MediaSmart button Adjusting the volumeUsing the media activity functions Click the Notification Area tabUsing the media activity buttons Previous/rewind buttonUsing the media activity hotkeys Next/fast forward buttonUsing other preinstalled multimedia software Using HP MediaSmart softwareMultimedia software Installing multimedia software from a disc Connecting external audio devices AudioChecking your audio functions Select Start Control Panel Click Hardware and SoundSelect Start All Programs Accessories Sound Recorder Connecting an external monitor or projector VideoConfiguring the audio using Hdmi Connecting an Hdmi deviceSelect Start Computer System properties Watching TV select models only Select Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound Sound iconPage Identifying the installed optical drive Using optical discsOptical drive Select Start ComputerCD-R discs Selecting the right discCD-RW discs Playing music DVD±R discsDVD±RW discs LightScribe DVD+R discsWatching a movie Changing DVD region settings Creating or burning a CD or DVD Removing an optical disc CD or DVD Webcam Troubleshooting Optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD orComputer does not detect the optical drive Disc does not playDVD movie stops, skips, or plays erratically Disc does not play automaticallyDVD movie is not visible on an external display Page Select Start All Programs HP HP Update Click Security & UpdatesObtaining the latest HP device drivers Obtaining the latest Windows device driversPage Index DVD