HP a1217n Configuring Speaker and Sound Options, Connecting the speakers, Sound connector types

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Configuring Speaker and Sound Options

There are three steps to setting up sound on the PC:

1Connecting the speakers.

2Configuring the sound software.

3Configuring sound for the media software program.

HP PCs support many different audio options, sound connections, and speaker configurations. This chapter describes the most typical options. Your system may have different components.

NOTE: For additional information on connecting the speakers, refer to the setup poster that came with the PC and the documentation that came with your speakers.

Step 1: Connecting the speakers

Sound connector types

Your model may include one of three analog sound connector types on the back of your PC:

•Three connectors

•Six connectors

•Sound card

Your system may also have a separate Digital Out connection (select models only).

Software configuration is different for each connector type, as noted in the instructions.

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Contents Getting Started Guide Page Getting Started Guide USA Table of Contents Working with Digital Images Configuring Speaker and Sound OptionsUsing the Memory Card Reader Using the HP Personal Media DriveCreating Video Discs and Movies Creating Audio and Data Discs103 Creating Movies Using muvee autoProducerPlacing your PC in the proper location Setting Up Your PCUsing surge protection Putting Your PC TogetherConnecting to the PC Connector Symbol Description Mouse PS/2 connectorSerial Rear Turning On Your PC for the First Time Storing documentation and recovery discsRequirements Setting Up and Connecting to the InternetPage Signing Up for Software Updates Using the PC with Safety and ComfortCreating user accounts Setting Up Accounts on Your New PCCreating passwords Guidelines for Installing Software and Hardware DevicesUsing HP Products Using HP Organize SoftwareChoose All Programs Click HP Organize Identifying Special Keyboard Buttons Using the KeyboardHp or Icon Feature DescriptionDVD/MP3 Customizing the keyboard buttons Using Your Docking Bay Using Your PC TopTo store CDs, DVDs, or memory cards Page Page Configuring Speaker and Sound Options Connecting the speakersSound connector types Illustration Type Connector DescriptionSound connector Description Name Speaker system See Speaker configurationsSpeaker types Connecting 2.1 2 speakers and a subwoofer audio speakersConnecting 4.1 4 speakers and a subwoofer audio speakers Connecting 5.1 5 speakers and a subwoofer audio speakers Page Connecting 7.1 7 speakers and a subwoofer audio speakers Page Adapter cables Connecting the PC to a home audio systemOr 2.1 home stereo installation 5 speakers and a subwoofer home audio installation 5 speakers and a subwoofer home audio installation procedure Select models only Connecting digital audioConfiguring the Sound Software Choose All Programs Configuring audio output with Multi-channel Sound ManagerPage Sound Effect Manager control screens Configuring audio output with Sound Effect ManagerClick the Speaker Configuration tab To enable the Audio WizardRetasking front-panel connectors with Sound Effect Manager Using the Audio Wizard in the Sound Effect ManagerRealtek HD Sound Effect Manager control screens Configuring the Realtek HD Sound Effect Manager When to use multistreaming audio Configuring multistreaming audioSetting up multistreaming audio Select the Enable multi-streaming playback check boxExample 1 Online gaming Example 2 For digital home entertainment Configuring Sound for the Media Software ProgramResolving Sound Issues Type 6 connectors onlySelecting Recording Devices Using the Memory Card Reader Using the Memory Card Reader Media Insertion Guide Slot memory card reader select models onlyCard Insert Into 4-slot reader Card Insert Into 2-slot reader Using the HP Personal Media Drive Connecting the Drive Inserting the Drive Click My Computer Locating the Drive and Assigning a Drive LetterPlaying music files Using the DriveStoring files Playing media filesDisconnecting the Drive Working with Digital Images Using HP Photosmart Premier Page Getting Started Guide Playing CDs and DVDs Playing Music CDsPlaying DVDs Playing CDs and DVDs with Windows Media Player Using country/region codesSelect Play using Windows Media Player, and click OK. Or Playing Video CDs VCDsPlaying Video CDs VCDs with Windows Media Player Getting Started Guide Creating Audio and Data Discs Working with Audio CDs Erasing Rewritable Discs Before RecordingAudio CD tips Verifying audio disc recorded without errorsCreating jukebox discs Creating audio CDsVerifying data disc recorded without errors Working with Data DVDs and CDsData disc tips Creating data discs Archiving Files on a CD or DVD Copying a DVD or CDWorking with Image Files Creating an image fileBurning from an image file Disc Labeling with LightScribe LightScribe requirementsBurning a LightScribe label with Sonic Express Labeler Compatibility Information Using adhesive disc labelsVCD Disc Features and Compatibility TableDVD Optical Drive Quick Reference TableWith this program You can Software Quick Reference TableWith this program You can Before You Begin Capturing Video Creating Video Discs and MoviesCreating a Video Project Sonic MyDVD Video ProjectsAdding files to a video project Capturing video to a video projectClick Add Files Adding submenus to a video project Adding slideshows to a video projectTo This Menu Editing the style of a video projectEditing movie files Click Edit StyleClick Edit Movie Burning a video project to discCreating a Video Project with the Direct-to-Disc Wizards Video Quality and Disc Size Video Audio Estimated time per disc size Quality Format DVD Recording TimeGetting Started Guide Basic Steps to Make a Movie Creating Movies Using muvee autoProducerLocating muvee autoProducer Getting started Using muvee autoProducerCapturing video from a DV camcorder Capturing live video from a DV camcorderClick Tools, then Get Video from Camera Capturing recorded video from a DV camcorder Adding videosPage Adding music Adding picturesSelecting the style Changing the settingsAdding an opening title and closing credits Making the movie VCD video CD Saving the movie projectRecording the movie project to disc Computer Playback Mail DV camcorderGetting Started Guide Choose All Programs Choose User’s Guides Getting HelpFinding Onscreen Guides Finding Guides on the WebChoose All Programs Choose PC Help & Tools Using the Onscreen Help and Support CenterUsing PC Help & Tools Using Updates from HPTurning off messages Getting messagesReactivating messages Index IndexGetting Started Guide Multichannel speakers configuring Messages 100 supported formats Index Printed
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The HP a1350y, a1320y, a1330e, a1200e, and a1217n are part of HP's Pavilion line of desktop computers aimed at providing powerful performance and multimedia capabilities. Each model offers unique specifications catering to different customer needs, while maintaining HP's reputation for reliability and design.

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Overall, the HP Pavilion desktop series encapsulates a range of models that cater to different user requirements. With features emphasizing performance, storage, and multimedia, they provide suitable options for both casual users and more demanding applications, all backed by HP's commitment to quality and innovation.
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