HP dm4-1162us manual Video, Using the audio-out headphone jack, Using the audio-in microphone jack

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To check the record functions of the computer, follow these steps:

1.Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder.

2.Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone. Save the file to your desktop.

3.Open Windows Media Player or MediaSmart and play back the sound.

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, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware

and Sound > Sound.

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 a headphone jack, the speakers are disabled.

Using the audio-in (microphone) jack

The computer is equipped with a stereo 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.

Video

Your computer enables you to use a variety of video features:

●Watch movies

●Play games over the Internet

●Edit pictures and video and create presentations

●Connect external video devices

●Watch TV over the Internet, or watch, record, and pause live TV using a TV tuner accessory (purchased separately)

Using the external monitor port

The external monitor port connects an external display device, such as an external monitor or a projector, to the computer.

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Contents HP Pavilion Notebook PC Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Pointing devices and keyboard Power management Drives Disabling and enabling QuickWeb 104 Top components FeaturesIdentifying the hardware TouchPadComponent Description Power light White Power is on LightsPower button and fingerprint reader Panel System and Security Power OptionsKeys Fn keyFront components Right-side componentsLeft-side components Display components Wireless antennas Bottom componentsComponent Description Labels Additional hardware componentsComponent Description Networking Using wireless devicesIdentifying wireless and network status icons Icon Name DescriptionUsing the wireless action key Using the wireless controlsUsing HP Wireless Assistant software Using a Wlan Using operating system controlsSetting up a Wlan Protecting your WlanConnecting to a Wlan Roaming to another network Using HP Mobile Broadband select models onlyInserting a SIM Removing a SIM Using Bluetooth wireless devices Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICSCannot connect to a Wlan Troubleshooting wireless connection problemsCannot connect to a preferred Wlan network Network icon is not displayed Current Wlan network security codes are unavailableCannot connect to the wireless router Connecting to a local area network LANWlan connection is very weak Page Using the TouchPad Using pointing devicesSetting pointing device preferences Pointing devices and keyboardSelecting Using TouchPad gestures ScrollingConnecting an external mouse Using the action keysIcon Action Description Using the hotkeys Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Icon Function Hotkey DescriptionPointing devices and keyboard Multimedia Multimedia featuresIdentifying your multimedia components Multimedia Using the media activity action keys Using the media activity functions Multimedia software Using HP MediaSmart software Opening preinstalled multimedia softwareUsing other multimedia software Audio Installing multimedia software from a discConnecting external audio devices Checking your audio functionsUsing the external monitor port Using the audio-out headphone jackUsing the audio-in microphone jack VideoConnecting an Hdmi device Configuring audio for Hdmi select models only Identifying the installed optical driveOptical drive CD-R discs Using optical discs CDs, DVDs, and BDsSelecting the right disc CDs, DVDs, and BDs LightScribe CD orPlaying a CD, DVD, or BD Configuring AutoPlay Changing DVD region settingsCopying a CD or DVD Observing the copyright warningCreating burning a CD, DVD, or BD Removing an optical disc CD, DVD, or BD Troubleshooting Computer does not detect the optical drivePreventing playback disruptions Disc does not playDisc does not play automatically Movie stops, skips, or plays erraticallyDevice driver must be reinstalled Movie is not visible on an external displayWebcam Obtaining the latest HP device driversAdjusting webcam properties Using power-saving states Power managementSetting power options Initiating and exiting SleepViewing the current power plan Using the battery meterUsing power plans Initiating and exiting HibernationSelecting a different power plan Using external AC powerSetting password protection on wakeup Customizing power plansConnecting the AC adapter Testing an AC adapter Using battery powerIdentifying batteries Displaying the remaining battery charge Finding battery information in Help and SupportUsing Battery Check Inserting or removing the batteryPage Maximizing battery discharge time Charging a batteryManaging low battery levels Identifying low battery levels Calibrating a batteryResolving a low battery level Fully charge the battery Disable Hibernation and SleepFully recharge the battery Discharge the batteryReenable Hibernation and Sleep Storing a battery Switching between graphics modes select models onlyConserving battery power Disposing of a used batteryShutting down the computer Click Shut downDrives Identifying installed drivesHandling drives Using Disk Cleanup Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive ProtectionUsing Disk Defragmenter Improving hard drive performanceUsing HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection statusReplacing the hard drive Page Page Page Page External devices Using a USB deviceConnecting a USB device Removing a USB deviceConnecting an eSATA device Using an eSATA deviceRemoving an eSATA device Page External media cards Using Digital Media Slot cardsInserting a digital card Removing a digital card Memory modules Adding or replacing memory modulesPage Page Upgrading a memory module in the primary memory module slot Page Page Page Security Using passwordsComputer risk Security feature Protecting the computerSetting passwords in Setup Utility Setting passwords in WindowsPassword Function Administrator password Managing an administrator passwordUsing antivirus software Power-on passwordInstalling critical security updates Using firewall softwareInstalling an optional security cable Using the fingerprint reader Locating the fingerprint readerRegistering fingerprints Using your registered fingerprint to log on to Windows HP QuickWeb Disabling and enabling QuickWebUsing Setup Utility Setup UtilityStarting Setup Utility Changing the language of Setup UtilityRestoring default settings in Setup Utility Navigating and selecting in Setup UtilityDisplaying system information System Configuration menu Setup Utility menusExiting Setup Utility Main menuDiagnostics menu Primary Hard Disk Self TestUpdating the Bios Software updatesDetermining the Bios version Downloading a Bios update Updating programs and driversPage Backup and Recovery Creating recovery discsBacking up your information When to create restore points Using Windows Backup and RestoreUsing system restore points Create a system restore pointRecovering from the recovery discs Performing a recoveryRestore to a previous date and time Click System Recovery in the Recovery Manager window Symbols/Numerics IndexDVD-ROM SIM SSD