5Multimedia

Your computer may include the following:

Integrated speaker(s)

Integrated microphone(s)

Integrated front and rear webcams

Preinstalled multimedia software

Audio

On your HP computer, you can play music CDs, download and listen to music, stream audio content from the web (including radio), record audio, or mix audio and video to create multimedia. To enhance your listening enjoyment, attach external audio devices such as speakers or headphones.

Connecting speakers

You can attach wired speakers to your computer by connecting them to a USB port (or the audio-out jack) on your computer or on a docking station.

To connect wireless speakers to your computer, follow the device manufacturer's instructions. Before connecting audio devices, be sure to adjust the volume.

Adjusting the volume

Depending on your computer model, you can adjust the volume using the following:

Volume buttons

Volume hot keys (specific keys pressed in combination with the fn key)

Volume keys

WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety information, see the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. To access the user guides, select Start > Help and Support > User guides.

NOTE: Volume can also be controlled through the operating system and some programs.

NOTE: See Getting to know your computer on page 4 for information on what type of volume controls your computer has.

Connecting headphones and microphones

You can connect wired headphones or headsets to the audio-out (headphone)/audio-in (microphone) 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.

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HP Pro x2 612 G1 manual Multimedia, Audio, Connecting speakers, Adjusting the volume, Connecting headphones and microphones