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Chapter 4: Playing and Creating Media Files

Playing music and movies

Playing audio and video files

Windows Media Player can play several types of audio and video files, including WAV, MIDI, MP3, AU, AVI, and MPEG formats. For more information about using Windows Media Player, click Help.

To play a file using Windows Media Player:

Shortcut

Start Á Computer Á find the file Á double-click the file

1Click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Media Player. Windows Media Player opens.

2Click Library, then double-click the media file you want to play.

Playback controls

Media library

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eMachines EL1200 Series manual Playing music and movies, Playing audio and video files, Playing and Creating Media Files

Contents

Desktop PC User Guide Page Contents Chapter 2 Using WindowsChapter 3 Using the Internet and Faxing Chapter 1 Getting HelpBluetooth networking Chapter 5 Networking Your ComputerChapter 6 Protecting your computer Chapter 7 Customizing WindowsNotices Contents Using the eMachines Web site Using Help and Support Using online help ChapterGetting Help Using the eMachines Web site Using Help and SupportThank you for purchasing our computer Chapter 1 Getting HelpUsing online help Contacting eMachinesGetting help for Windows Media Center Chapter 1 Getting Help Using Windows Using the Windows desktop Working with files and foldersSearching for files Working with documents Shortcuts ChapterUsing the Windows desktop Desktop elementsDescription Chapter 2 Using WindowsUsing the Start menu HelpShortcut Adding icons to the desktop Identifying window itemsChapter 2 Using Windows HelpWindow item DescriptionClicking the close button closes the active window or program Working with files and folders Viewing drivesCreating folders Chapter 2 Using WindowsCopying and moving files and folders ShortcutHelp Deleting files and folders Chapter 2 Using WindowsUsing the Windows Search Searching for filesHelp HelpUsing advanced search options Browsing for files and foldersChapter 2 Using Windows HelpWorking with documents Creating a new documentSaving a document HelpOpening a document Printing a documentChapter 2 Using Windows HelpShortcuts Do thisHelp Chapter 2 Using Windows Using the Internet and Faxing Learning about the Internet Setting up an Internet accountUsing the World Wide Web Using e-mail Using Windows Fax and Scan Sending a fax Receiving and viewing a faxSetting up an Internet account Learning about the InternetChapter 3 Using the Internet and Faxing Using the World Wide Web Accessing your Internet accountConnecting to a Web site HelpUsing e-mail Downloading filesSending e-mail Chapter 3 Using the Internet and FaxingUsing Windows Fax and Scan Checking your e-mailSending a fax HelpChapter 3 Using the Internet and Faxing 3 If you have never sent a fax on this computer before, click New Fax on the toolbar. The Fax Setup window opensPage Setting up your cover page template Chapter 3 Using the Internet and FaxingCanceling a fax Faxing a scanned document or from programsReceiving and viewing a fax Chapter 3 Using the Internet and FaxingUsing Windows Media Center Playing and Creating Media FilesPlaying music and movies Creating audio files and music libraries Creating music CDs and video DVDs Creating and copying data discsPlaying music and movies Playing audio and video filesChapter 4 Playing and Creating Media Files ShortcutPlaying an optical disc using Windows Media Player Playing optical discsHelp ShortcutChapter 4 Playing and Creating Media Files 4 If the disc is not already playing, click playCreating audio files and music libraries Creating music filesRecording audio files HelpCreating WMA and MP3 music files Chapter 4 Playing and Creating Media FilesBuilding a music library Editing track informationCreating a music CD using Windows Media Player Creating music CDs and video DVDsCreating a music CD Chapter 4 Playing and Creating Media FilesCreating a video DVD using Windows DVD Maker Creating a video DVDChapter 4 Playing and Creating Media Files 4 Click Add items. The Add Items to DVD dialog box opens6 Click Next. The Ready to burn disc dialog box opens Creating and copying data discs Creating a data discHelp Using Windows Media Center Starting Windows Media CenterChapter 4 Playing and Creating Media Files 1 Click Start, All Programs, then click Windows Media Center. - OROnline Media lets you play online games Using the Media Center remote control ButtonsFunctions Chapter 4 Playing and Creating Media FilesIntroduction to Networking Ethernet networking Bluetooth networking Networking Your ComputerChapter Wired Ethernet networking Using a routerIntroduction to Networking Ethernet networkingEquipment you need for a router-based Ethernet network 2 Click System and Maintenance, then click SystemSetting up wired Ethernet network hardware Chapter 5 Networking Your ComputerWireless Ethernet networking Wireless Ethernet standards Using an access pointEquipment you need for an access point-based network Access pointSetting up wireless Ethernet network hardware Establishing your Ethernet network connectionNaming the computers and the workgroup 2 Click System and Maintenance, then click SystemConfiguring the TCP/IP protocol Connecting to a wireless Ethernet networkChapter 5 Networking Your Computer HelpTo connect to your wireless Ethernet network 1 Click Start, then click Network. The Network window opensTesting your network Wireless securityAdding a printer to your network Sharing resourcesView a network drive Open and copy files stored on other network computersPrint documents on network printers Sharing drives or folders To share drives or folders 1 Click Start, then click ComputerUsing the network Viewing shared drives and foldersCreating a shortcut to a network drive Opening files across the networkBluetooth networking Copying files across the networkPrinting files across the network 3 Click Bluetooth Devices5 Under Personal Area Network, click Bluetooth Network Connection Chapter 5 Networking Your ComputerHelp Hardware security Data security Security updates Protecting your computerChapter Startup and hard drive password Hardware securityData security Kensington lock slotUsing Norton Protecting your computer from virusesRemoving viruses and spyware HelpChapter 6 Protecting your computer 2 At the top of the window, click Tasks. The Tasks window opens3 Click Run Scans. The Choose Scans window opens 4 Click the type of scan you want to run, then click GoUpdating your virus and spyware definitions To update your virus and spyware definitions1 Make sure that you are connected to the Internet 3 At the top of the window, click Tasks. The Tasks window opensUsing Windows Security Center Modifying security settingsChapter 6 Protecting your computer 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then Click SecuritySecurity updates Windows UpdateHelp 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then click SecurityScheduling automatic updates BigFix3 Click Windows Update Chapter 6 Protecting your computerChanging screen settings Changing system sounds Changing mouse settings Adding and modifying user accountsChanging power-saving settings Changing accessibility settings Setting up parental controlsChanging screen settings Changing color depth and screen resolutionChapter HelpChanging the appearance of windows and backgrounds Selecting a screen saver ChapterHelp Changing gadgets Using a gadget’s control panel Configuring the gadget SidebarChapter Setting up multiple monitors ShortcutChanging system sounds ChapterChanging mouse settings Adding and modifying user accountsUser account tips HelpChapter To add, delete, or modify user accountsHelp Changing power-saving settings Changing the power planHelp ShortcutChapter 6 Click Save changesChanging accessibility settings Using the Ease of Access CenterSetting up parental controls Using voice recognitionChapter Filtering Internet access Restricting game access Scheduling computer and Internet useChapter 3 Click Set game ratings. The Game Restrictions dialog box opens Restricting specific programs Creating activity reportsChapter Notices All Rights ReservedTrademark acknowledgments Chapter Index Page Page Page Page MAN ECOOPER USR GDE 11/08