HP a1428x, a1320y, a1339d, a1217n manual Connecting digital audio, Select models only

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5Connect the stereo mini-jack of a Y adapter cable into the microphone (pink) connector or the center speaker/subwoofer (gold) connector that matches the back of your PC.

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•Connect the left and right ends of the Y adapter cable into the center/ subwoofer inputs on the back of the receiver/amplifier (5.1 or higher channel system).

•Plug the Y adapter cable into the subwoofer connector on the back of the receiver even if a subwoofer is not used.

6Turn on the receiver/amplifier.

7Select the receiver/amplifier input that the Y adapter cables are plugged into.

8Turn on the PC.

NOTE: Always turn on the PC before you turn on the speaker system.

9After the audio system is connected to the PC, configure the audio software for sound output for your PC model:

•Type 3 connectors: See “Configuring audio output with Multi-channel Sound Manager” on page 35.

•Type 6 connectors: See “Configuring audio output with Sound Effect Manager” on page 37.

Connecting digital audio

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If you have a sound card and you are connecting your home stereo AV receiver via Digital Out, plug the 3.5 mm stereo cable into the Digital Out connector on the sound card. Connect the red RCA stereo cable in the 3.5 mm Y cable to the AV receiver’s digital input connector. If the red RCA stereo cable does not work, try the white stereo cable. One of the connectors is not used.

To connect digital audio, your PC must include a Digital Out connector on the sound card or on the back panel. You do not need to connect multichannel speaker outputs if you connect the digital output.

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Contents Getting Started Guide Page Getting Started Guide USA Table of Contents Using the Memory Card Reader Configuring Speaker and Sound OptionsUsing the HP Personal Media Drive Working with Digital ImagesCreating Video Discs and Movies Creating Audio and Data Discs103 Creating Movies Using muvee autoProducerUsing surge protection Setting Up Your PCPutting Your PC Together Placing your PC in the proper locationSerial Connecting to the PCConnector Symbol Description Mouse PS/2 connector 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 DevicesChoose All Programs Click HP Organize Using HP ProductsUsing HP Organize Software 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 Sound connector types Configuring Speaker and Sound OptionsConnecting the speakers 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 Click the Speaker Configuration tab Configuring audio output with Sound Effect ManagerTo enable the Audio Wizard Sound Effect Manager control screensRetasking 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 audioExample 1 Online gaming Setting up multistreaming audioSelect the Enable multi-streaming playback check box Example 2 For digital home entertainment Configuring Sound for the Media Software ProgramSelecting Recording Devices Resolving Sound IssuesType 6 connectors only Using the Memory Card Reader Using the Memory Card Reader Card Insert Into 4-slot reader Media Insertion GuideSlot memory card reader select models only 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 LetterStoring files Using the DrivePlaying media files Playing music filesDisconnecting the Drive Working with Digital Images Using HP Photosmart Premier Page Getting Started Guide Playing DVDs Playing CDs and DVDsPlaying Music CDs Playing CDs and DVDs with Windows Media Player Using country/region codesPlaying Video CDs VCDs with Windows Media Player Select Play using Windows Media Player, and click OK. OrPlaying Video CDs VCDs 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 CDsData disc tips Verifying data disc recorded without errorsWorking with Data DVDs and CDs Creating data discs Archiving Files on a CD or DVD Copying a DVD or CDBurning from an image file Working with Image FilesCreating an image file Burning a LightScribe label with Sonic Express Labeler Disc Labeling with LightScribeLightScribe requirements 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 ProjectsClick Add Files Adding files to a video projectCapturing video to a video project Adding submenus to a video project Adding slideshows to a video projectEditing movie files Editing the style of a video projectClick Edit Style To This MenuClick 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 autoProducerClick Tools, then Get Video from Camera Capturing video from a DV camcorderCapturing live video from a DV camcorder 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 Recording the movie project to disc Saving the movie projectComputer Playback Mail DV camcorder VCD video CDGetting Started Guide Finding Onscreen Guides Getting HelpFinding Guides on the Web Choose All Programs Choose User’s GuidesUsing PC Help & Tools Using the Onscreen Help and Support CenterUsing Updates from HP Choose All Programs Choose PC Help & ToolsTurning off messages Getting messagesReactivating messages Index IndexGetting Started Guide Multichannel speakers configuring Messages 100 supported formats Index Printed
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a1428x, a1217n, a1320y, a1339d specifications

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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