Configuring the Audio Connectors for 5.1-Channel

NOTE: The following is applicable only for Inspiron 530b/530d.

Windows XP:

1Click Start, point to Control Panel→ Sounds→ Audio devices→ Volume.

2Under Speaker settings click Advanced.

3Under Speaker Setup choose Surround sound 5.1 setup.

Windows Vista:

1Click Start , point to Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Sound.

2Under the Playback tab select Speakers/Headphones. Click on Configure and select 5.1 Surround. Click Next.

3Under Speaker Setup, customize your configuration by selecting the check boxes for Optional speakers. Click Next.

4Select the check boxes for Full-range speakers. Click Next→ Finish.

Adjusting the Picture

If an error message notifies you that the current resolution and color depth are using too much memory and preventing DVD playback, adjust the display properties:

Windows XP:

1Click Start→ Control Panel→ Appearance and Themes.

2Under Pick a task..., click Change the screen resolution.

3Under Screen resolution, click and drag the bar to reduce the resolution setting.

4In the drop-down menu under Color quality, click Medium (16 bit) and click OK.

Windows Vista:

1Click Start , click Control Panel, and then click Appearance and Personalization.

2Under Personalization, click Adjust Screen Resolution. The Display Properties window appears.

3Under Resolution: click and drag the bar reduce the resolution setting.

4In the drop-down menu under Colors:, click Medium (16 bit).

5Click OK.

Setting Up and Using Your Computer

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Dell 530b, KP338, 530c, 530d owner manual Configuring the Audio Connectors for 5.1-Channel, Adjusting the Picture