HP a1330e, a1310y manual Using the Drive, To store files, To play media files, To play music files

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Using the Drive

When running for long periods of time, the aluminum case of the HP Personal Media Drive may become very warm. This is part of the HP Personal Media Drive’s advanced design and is completely normal.

The built-in, low-noise fan is designed to automatically turn on at pre-set temperatures. If you are using the HP Personal Media Drive connected externally to your PC, please place the drive in a well-ventilated area.

To store files

The best way to transfer files to the HP Personal Media Drive is to drag them from your local hard disk drive. This allows you to place files in specific folders. Refer to the following procedures for more detailed instructions about creating linked folders.

To play media files

You can play media from an HP Personal Media Drive:

1Click Start on the taskbar.

2Click My Computer.

3Double-click the HP Personal Media Drive icon to locate your media file.

4Double-click the file. Most media files open in Windows Media Player.

To play music files

You can play music files that are stored on the HP Personal Media Drive:

1Click Start on the taskbar, click My Computer, and then double-click the HP Personal Media Drive icon.

2Create a personal music folder by right-clicking the drive window and choosing New and then Folder. Type a name for your personal music folder.

3Drag or copy your music files into this created folder.

4Open Windows Media Player by clicking Start, All Programs, and then clicking Windows Media Player.

5In the Windows Media Player window, click Tools, select Options, and then select the Media Library tab.

6Click the Monitor Folders button.

7Click Add to add a pathway to your HP Personal Media Drive.

8Browse to locate your created music file folder on your HP Personal Media Drive, and then click OK.

9Click OK, and then OK again to close the Options window. Now your music files on your HP Personal Media Drive appear in the Windows Media Player library when your drive is connected to the PC.

When you disconnect the drive, your music files may still appear in the Windows Media Player Library. To refresh your PC, open and close Windows Media Player. If that doesn’t work, restart the PC.

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Contents Getting Started Guide USA Table of Contents Using the Memory Card Reader Using the HP Personal Media DriveWorking with Digital Images Playing CDs and DVDs Creating Audio and Data DiscsCreating Video Discs and Movies 105 101Setting Up Your PC Putting Your PC TogetherPlacing your PC in the proper location Using surge protection Connecting to the PCConnector Symbol Description Mouse PS/2 connector Serial Connector Symbol Description Printer parallelRear 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 Getting Started Guide Using the Keyboard Icon Feature DescriptionHp or DVD/MP3 Customizing the keyboard buttons Getting Started Guide Using Your Docking Bay Using Your PC TopTo store CDs, DVDs, or memory cards Page Page Sound Connector Types Configuring Speaker and Sound OptionsIllustration 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 Outin Connecting 5.1 5 speakers and a subwoofer audio speakers 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 AudioTo connect digital audio speakers Turn off the PC Configuring Audio OutputChoose All Programs Configuring Audio Output with Multi- channel Sound ManagerConfiguring Audio Output with Sound Effect Manager Using the Audio Wizard in the Sound Effect Manager Click the Speaker Configuration tabTo enable the Audio Wizard Retasking front-panel connectors Realtek HD Sound Effect Manager control screens Configuring the Realtek HD Sound Effect Manager Configuring Multi-streaming Audio Retasking front panel audio connectorsAudio output overview Audio input overview When to use multi-streaming audioSelect the Enable multi-streaming playback check box Setting up multi-streaming audioExample 2 For Digital Home Entertainment Configuring Audio for WinDVD Player Using HeadphonesUsing a 2.1 speaker system with headphones Selecting recording devices Resolving Sound IssuesUsing a 5.1 to 7.1 speaker system with headphones Type 6 connectors onlyUsing the Memory Card Reader Using the Memory Card Reader Card Insert Into 4-slot reader Media Insertion GuideCard 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 LetterTo play music files Using the DriveTo store files To play media filesDisconnecting the Drive Working with Digital Images Using HP Image Zone Page Getting Started Guide Playing CDs and DVDs Playing Music CDsPlaying CDs and DVDs with Windows Media Player Playing DVD Movies with InterVideo WinDVD Using country/region codes Playing Video CDs VCD with Windows Media Player Playing Video CDs VCD with InterVideo WinDVDCreating 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 MoviesSonic MyDVD Video Projects Creating a Video Project Adding files to a video projectClick Add Files Capturing video to a video project 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 StyleBurning a video project to disc Creating 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 TimeBasic 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 recorded video from a DV camcorder Adding videosAdding pictures Changing the settings Adding musicSelecting the style Adding 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 camcorderChoose 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 CDs, VCDs, and DVDs see burning with Realtek HD Sound Effect Multichannel audio configuring Index Part number
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