Enabling and Disabling Beats Audio
▲To enable or disable Beats Audio, press the fn key in combination with the b key.
The following table explains the meaning of the Beats Audio icons that appear on the screen when you press the Beats Audio hot key (fn+b).
IconDefinition
Beats Audio is enabled.
Beats Audio is disabled.
Checking the sound
To check the audio functions on your computer, follow these steps:
1.Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound.
2.When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. Under Program Events, select any sound event, such as a beep or alarm, and click the Test button.
You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones.
To check the recording functions on your computer, follow these steps:
1.Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder.
2.Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone. Save the file to your desktop.
3.Open a multimedia program and play the recording.
To confirm or change the audio settings on your computer, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound.
Using video
Your HP computer is a powerful video device that enables you to watch streaming video from your favorite websites and download video and movies to watch on your computer, without needing to access a network.
To enhance your viewing enjoyment, use one of the video ports on the computer to connect an external monitor, projector, or TV. Your computer has an
IMPORTANT: Be sure that the external device is connected to the correct port on the computer, using the correct cable. Check the device manufacturer's instructions if you have questions.
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