Using Speakers
Note: The stereo speakers set is a left-right, 2-channel speaker system, and may be passive (no power button) or active (power button). A multi-channel audio speakers system is an active system with more than 2-channels, and may include a subwoofer.
For example, a 5.1 speakers system, referred
to as a 6-channel speakers system, uses two front speakers (left-right), two rear speakers (left-right), a centrespeaker, and a subwoofer.
The HP Pavilion includes a set of stereo speakers that you can either attach to the monitor (select models only) or place on the desk. For details on connecting the stereo speakers to the PC, see the setup poster.
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If your PC has the multi-channel audio speakers option (select models only), you can connect
4 channels for 4 speakers output or 6 channels for 5.1 speakers output. Refer to “Using multi-channel audio speakers” on page 22.
For information on adjusting the sound level, refer to “Adjusting speaker volume” on page 25.
Using multi-channel audio speakers
If your PC has multi-channel speakers capability (select models only), you can connect speakers for 4 channel or 6 channel output. You must connect your speaker system to the PC, and configure the audio for sound output.
Note: Multi-channel audio uses the Microphone, Audio (Line) In, and Audio (Line) Out connectors on the back of the PC to connect the multi-channel speakers system to the PC. Refer to “PC Back” on page x for the location of the connectors.