Using the audio features

The following illustration and table describe the audio features of the computer.

Component

Description

 

 

 

(1)

Volume down button

Decreases computer sound.

 

 

 

(2)

Volume up button

Increases computer sound.

 

 

 

(3)

Volume mute button

Turns off computer sound.

 

 

 

(4)

Audio-in (microphone) jack

Connects an optional computer headset or microphone.

 

 

 

(5)

Audio-out (headphone) jack

Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear

 

 

buds, headset, or television audio.

 

 

 

(6)

Speakers (2)

Produce computer sound.

 

 

 

Using the audio-in (microphone) jack

The computer is equipped with a microphone jack that supports an optional monaural (single sound channel) microphone. Select models support a stereo (dual sound channel) microphone.

NOTE When connecting a microphone to the microphone jack, use a microphone with a 3.5-mm plug.

Using the audio-out (headphone) jack

WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset.

In addition to connecting headphones, the headphone jack is used to connect the audio function of an audio/video device such as a television or VCR.

When connecting a device to the headphone jack use only a 3.5-mm stereo plug.

NOTE When a device is connected to the headphone jack, the internal speakers are disabled.

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