Connecting headphones and microphones

You can connect wired headphones or headsets to the audio-out (headphone)/audio-in (microphone) combo jack on your computer. Many headsets with integrated microphones are commercially available.

To connect wireless headphones or headsets to your computer, follow the device manufacturer's instructions.

WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, lower the volume setting before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety information, see the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. To access this guide, from the Start screen, type support, and then select

the HP Support Assistant app.

Using Beats Audio

Beats Audio is an enhanced audio feature that provides a deep, controlled bass while maintaining a clear sound. You can experience Beats Audio through the computer's internal speakers, through external speakers connected to a USB port, or through Beats Audio headphones connected to the headphone jack.

Accessing Beats Audio Control Panel

Use Beats Audio Control Panel to view and manually control audio and bass settings.

▲From the Start screen, type control panel, select Control Panel, select Hardware and Sound, and then select Beats Audio Control Panel.

Enabling and disabling Beats Audio

▲To enable or disable Beats Audio, press the fn key in combination with the b key.

Testing your audio features

To check the audio functions on your computer, follow these steps:

1.From the Start screen, type control panel, and then select Control Panel from the list of applications.

2.Select Hardware and Sound, and then select Sound.

3.When the Sound window opens, select the Sounds tab. Under Program Events, select any sound event, such as a beep or alarm, and then click Test.

You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones. To check the recording functions on your computer, follow these steps:

1.From the Start screen, type sound, and then select Sound Recorder.

2.Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone.

3.Save the file to your desktop.

4.Open a multimedia program and play the recording.

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13 x2 Pro specifications

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