HP Blackbird 002-01A Gaming System, Blackbird 002-21A Gaming System Playing CDs, DVDs, or VCDs

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Using DVD Play to Play DVDs, Videos, High-Definition DVDs, and Blu-ray DVDs

Depending on the type of DVD drive that is included with the computer, you can play DVDs, HD DVDs, or Blu-ray discs. The front of the drive is labeled with the type of discs that the DVD drive can play. Some drives can play both Blu-ray and HD DVDs. This means a better movie viewing experience, greater picture quality, and more bonus content.

Keep the following in mind when playing Blu-ray and HD DVDs:

The DVD Play BD/HD DVD player software is capable of playing standard DVD movie discs; however, the enhanced features are available only with Blu-ray and HD DVD discs.

HD DVD and Blu-ray movies play only through the DVD Play BD/HD DVD software.

CPU power is dedicated to support HD DVD and Blu-ray playback functions. It is recommended that you close all other applications before and during HD DVD and Blu-ray playback.

AACS keys are integrated into the computer for copy protection purposes. Occasional renewal of the AACS key is required, and easily done by connecting to the Internet.

Some HD DVD and Blu-ray advanced features may not be supported.

As HD DVD and Blu-ray are new formats containing new technologies, certain disc, digital connection, compatibility, and/or performance issues may arise, and do not constitute defects in the product. Flawless playback on all systems is not guaranteed.

For some HD-DVD and Blu-ray titles to play, they may require a DVI or HDMI digital connection, and the display may require HDCP support.

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Contents Getting Started USA Table of Contents Turning On the Computer for the First Time Using the KeyboardGetting Help Introducing Your Computer Software Using the MouseConfiguring Speaker and Sound Options Using the Memory Card Reader Using CD and DVD Media DrivesUsing Windows Media Center Managing FilesVii Playing CDs, DVDs, or VCDs 111Index 153 Creating Audio and Data Discs 133Working with Pictures and Videos 143 Putting the Computer Together Setting Up the ComputerPlacing the computer in the proper location Using surge protectionConnector/LED/Button Description and function Connecting to the computerAudio Line Out to powered speakers Using DVI Connectors with SLI Technology Connecting a Digital Camera Photo or Video Setting Up the Computer Click Display Settings Connecting Other DevicesAdjusting the screen resolution by using Vista Setting Up a Local Area Network Connecting a Modem Setting Up a Wired Ethernet ConnectionSound Connector Types Connecting Speakers or MicrophoneIllustrations Sound connector Illustration TypeSound connector Type 3 Type 6 Type S Description Connecting a Microphone Name Speaker system See Speaker ConfigurationsSpeaker types Connecting 2/2.1 Two speakers and a subwoofer audio speakers Connecting 4.1 Four speakers and a subwoofer audio speakers Connecting 5.1 Five speakers and a subwoofer audio speakers Connecting Speakers or Microphone Select models only Connecting 7.1 Seven speakers and a subwoofer audio speakersColor Description Connecting your home stereo system optionalComputer to 2.1 multichannel audio system connection Home stereo installationComputer to 5.1 multichannel audio system connection Home audio installationHome audio installation procedure Getting Started features vary by model Computer to 7.1 multichannel audio system connection Home audio installation procedure Connecting digital audio Using a 5.1 to 7.1 speaker system with headphones Connecting HeadphonesUsing a 2.1 speaker system with headphones Connector Description Connecting the speakersConnecting the FlexiJack connector Finding Guides on the Web Getting HelpFinding Support and Information Using the PC Help & Tools Folder Using the Onscreen Help and Support CenterUsing the hardware diagnostic tools Click All Programs Click PC Help & ToolsTurning On the Computer for the First Time Turning Off the Computer Click Shut Down Using the Reset buttonUsing Shut Down Using Sleep mode Using LockAutomatic Sleep, Hibernate, or Away mode Using Hibernate modeRestarting the Computer Connecting to the InternetUsing the Computer with Safety and Comfort Setting Up User Accounts Protecting the Computer Using passwordsComputer risk Security feature Password Function Using antivirus softwareClick All Programs Using firewall softwareInstalling critical security updates Click Recover factory settings Guidelines for Installing Software and Hardware DevicesClick Help and Support Alphanumeric keys Using the KeyboardIdentifying Keyboard Features Arrow keys Function keysEdit keys Icon Name Description Keyboard indicatorsNumeric keys Icon Label Description Special keyboard buttonsUsing the Mouse Buttons Using the MousePanning ScrollingAutoscrolling Switching mouse button functions Changing Mouse SettingsChanging mouse pointer speed Changing the double-click speedChanging the scroll wheel speed Turning on the ClickLock optionAdjusting speaker volume Configuring Speaker and Sound OptionsSelecting a microphone Configuring the audio card software Configuring audio outputSound Blaster X-Fi configuration modes Configuring the FlexiJack connectorUsing Audio Creation Mode Click the Speaker Configuration tab Configuring speakers with Realtek HD Audio ManagerRealtek HD Audio Manager control screens Click Control Panel Click Hardware and SoundConfiguring Speaker and Sound Options Getting Started features vary by model Click Digital In tab, and then select Set Default Device Retasking front panel audio connectorsAudio output overview Configuring multistreaming audioAudio input overview When to use multistreaming audioClick the Device Advanced Settings button Setting up multistreaming audioType 6 connectors only Configuring audio for Windows Media CenterSelecting recording devices Click Windows Media CenterResolving sound issues Learning More About Software Using the DesktopIntroducing Your Computer Software Using the All Programs menu Using the Windows Start Button MenuRemoving desktop icons Retrieving desktop iconsOrganizing the All Programs list Using the Control PanelWorking with Digital Images Feature Name DescriptionResizing Windows About the Internet Searching the Internet Using a BrowserRestricting Internet content Click Internet Explorer Using the AVG Antivirus SoftwareOpening AVG software Click New Schedule Manually running a system scanScheduling a full system scan time Sending and Receiving E-Mail Setting up a custom scanUsing the e-mail program provided by your ISP Using Windows MailSoftware Quick Reference Table Click All Programs Click Windows MailWith this program You can Getting Started features vary by model Organizing Files with Folders Managing FilesMoving Files Creating FoldersFinding Files Retrieving Files from the Recycle Bin Renaming FilesDeleting Files Copying Files Using a PrinterGetting Started features vary by model Using the CD and DVD Drives Using CD and DVD Media DrivesAllows you to Blu-rayInserting and removing CDs and DVDs Handling CDs and DVDsCompatibility Information DVD-RW Disc Features and Compatibility TableCD-ROM CD-RW RAM DVD-RW/-R DVD+RW/+R Optical Drive Quick Reference TableUsing Blu-ray and HD Disc Drives Using the Memory Card Reader Slot memory card reader select models only Media Insertion GuideMiniSD Card Insert the media Slot reader LocationMMC Plus MMC MobileFormatting a Memory Card Understanding the Activity LightTroubleshooting the Memory Card Reader Getting Started features vary by model Using Windows Media Center Completing the setup wizard Setting Up Windows Media CenterWindows Media Center Start Menu Windows Media Center Start menu items Windows Media Center FeaturesSharing your digital memories Right music for the momentPlaying Internet radio Transforming your living space into a theater Navigating Windows Media CenterOnline media Opening Windows Media Center with a mouseSelecting items in Windows Media Center Using the Windows Media Center menu barsIcon Action Inset window Full-screen modeWindows Media Center control menu General Startup and Window behavior Changing Windows Media Center SettingsWindows Media Center Settings categories Getting Started features vary by model Click Save changes Using Windows Media Center power settingsGetting Started features vary by model Playing CDs, DVDs, or VCDs Using MusicUsing Music with Windows Media Center Click Library Setup Using the music libraryAdding music to the music library Adding music files from the hard disk driveClick music library Adding music files from a CDClick Add folders on this computer, and then click Next Deleting music files from the music library Using supported music file typesPlaying Music Files in Windows Media Center Click Visualizations or Visualization Options Changing the visualization settingsPlaying an album in Windows Media Center Creating a Queue in Windows Media CenterPlaying a song in Windows Media Center Click Play AlbumFinding and Playing an Album Windows Media Center Using album detailsSearching for music tracks and files Using Search in Windows Media CenterCreating a Playlist in Windows Media Center Click play all Click View Queue Copying Music Files to CD in Windows Media CenterPlaying Music CDs Listening to Online Radio StationsPlaying DVDs Playing CDs with Windows Media PlayerTroubleshooting poor playback when playing DVDs Using Windows Media Center to play DVDsPlaying DVD Movies in Windows Media Center Using country/region codesChanging the DVD movie language Changing the DVD SettingsChanging DVD closed captioning Playing DVDs with Windows Media Player Changing DVD Audio SettingsPlaying CDs, DVDs, or VCDs Getting Started features vary by model Playing video CDs VCDs with Windows Media Player Playing Video CDs VCDsGetting Started features vary by model Creating Audio and Data Discs Working with Audio CDs Erasing Rewritable Discs Before RecordingBefore you begin creating discs Audio CD tipsCreating video discs Creating audio CDsCopying a disc Copying a disc using two disc drivesCreating data discs What is LightScribe? Making a disc label using LightScribe TechnologyBack of Front Cover paper insert label Making a paper disc labelUnder Select the label’s layout and background Under Select the label’s layout and background Getting Started features vary by model Working with Pictures and Videos Adding Pictures in Windows Media Center Viewing Pictures in Windows Media CenterAdding picture files from the hard disk drive Click Pictures + Videos Click picture libraryClick Pictures + Videos, and then click picture library Viewing pictures as a slide showClick Pictures + Videos and then click picture library Viewing a slide show with music Fixing red eye or contrast Using supported picture file types in Windows Media CenterEditing Pictures in Windows Media Center Click Touch Up Cropping pictures in Windows Media CenterClick Touch Up Click Contrast or Red Eye Click Pictures + Videos Printing Pictures in Windows Media CenterRotating pictures Playing Videos in Windows Media Center Copying Pictures to CDs and DVDs Windows Media CenterClick Pictures + Videos Click video library Using supported video file typesPlaying digital videos Recording analog and digital video files Transferring and Recording Video FilesCreating a DVD from Video Files Windows Media Center Index Headphones using Safety & Comfort Guide 39 safety warnings Part number

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