HP Pavilion 13 P100 X2 Pc User Manual

							Connecting speakers
You can attach wired speakers to your computer by connecting them to a USB port or to the audio-
out (headphone) jack on your computer or on a docking station.
To connect wireless speakers to your computer, follow the device manufacturers instructions. To
connect high-definition speakers to the computer, see 
Setting up HDMI audio on page 33. Before
connecting speakers, lower the volume setting.
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 manufacturers
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, select the HP
Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides.
Testing your audio features
To check the audio functions on your computer, follow these steps:
Mode Steps
1.Swipe from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen to display the charms, tap
Search, and then tap the search box.
2.Type c, tap Control Panel, tap Hardware and Sound, and then tap Sound.
3.When the Sound window opens, tap the Sounds tab. Under Program Events, tap any sound
event, such as a beep or alarm, and then tap Test.
1.On the Start screen, type c, 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:
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							Mode Steps
1.Swipe from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen to display the charms, tap
Search, and then tap the search box.
2.Type s, and then tap Sound Recorder.
3.Tap Start Recording and speak into the microphone. Save the file to your desktop.
4.Open a multimedia program and play the recording.
1.From the Start screen, type s, and then select 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:
Mode Steps
1.Swipe from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen to display the charms, tap
Search, and then tap the search box.
2.Type c, and then tap Control Panel from the list of applications.
3.Tap Hardware and Sound, and then tap Sound.
1.From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel from the list of applications.
2.Select Hardware and Sound, and then select Sound.
Using video
Your 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
connect to a network.
To enhance your viewing enjoyment, use one of the video ports on the keyboard dock to connect an
external monitor, projector, or television. Your computer has a high-definition multimedia interface
(HDMI) port, which allows you to connect a high-definition monitor or television.
IMPORTANT:Be sure that the external device is connected to the correct port on the computer,
using the correct cable. Check the device manufacturers instructions if you have questions.
Connecting video devices by using an HDMI cable
NOTE:To connect an HDMI device to your keyboard dock, you need an HDMI cable, sold
separately.
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							To see the computer screen image on a high-definition television or monitor, connect the high-
definition device according to the following instructions.
1.Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the computer.
2.Connect the other end of the cable to the high-definition television or monitor.
3.Press f4 on the computer to alternate the computer screen image between 4 display states:
●PC screen only: View the screen image on the computer only.
●Duplicate: View the screen image simultaneously on both the computer and external
device.
●Extend: View the screen image extended across both the computer and external device.
●Second screen only: View the screen image on the external device only.
Each time you press f4 on the computer, the display state changes.
NOTE:Adjust the screen resolution of the external device, especially if you choose the
“Extend” option. From the Start screen on the keyboard dock, type control panel, and then
select Control Panel from the list of applications. Select Appearance and Personalization.
Under Display, select Adjust screen resolution for best results.
Setting up HDMI audio
HDMI is the only video interface that supports high-definition video and audio. After you connect an
HDMI television to the computer, you can then turn on HDMI audio by following these steps:
1.From the Windows desktop, right-click the Speakers icon in the notification area, at the far right
of the taskbar, and then select Playback devices.
2.On the Playback tab, select the name of the digital output device.
3.Click Set Default, and then click OK.
To return the audio stream to the computer speakers:
1.From the Windows desktop, right-click the Speakers icon in the notification area, at the far right
of the taskbar, and then click Playback devices.
2.On the Playback tab, click Speakers.
3.Click Set Default, and then click OK.
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							Camera
Your tablet includes an integrated webcam which is an input device that allows you to record video
and take photos.
Discovering and connecting to Miracast-compatible
wireless displays (select models only)
To discover and connect to Miracast-compatible wireless displays without leaving your current apps,
follow the steps below.
Action Using a keyboard and mouse Using touch gestures
Discover and connect to Miracast-
compatible wireless displaysPoint to the upper-right or lower-right
corner of the Start screen to display the
charms, click Devices, click Project,
and then follow the on-screen
instructions.Swipe from the right edge of the Start
screen to display the charms, tap
Devices, tap Project, and then follow
the on-screen instructions.
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							5 Navigating the screen
Your computer allows navigation using touch gestures in addition to the keyboard and mouse. Touch
gestures can be used on your computers TouchPad or on a touch screen.
NOTE:An external USB mouse (purchased separately) can be connected to one of the USB ports
on the keyboard dock.
Review the Windows Basics guide included with your computer. The guide provides information on
common tasks using the TouchPad, touch screen, or the keyboard.
Action keys do not display or function on the on-screen keyboard of the tablet. Tablet models have
special hot key functions on the keyboard to perform routine tasks.
Using the TouchPad
The TouchPad allows you to navigate the computer screen by using simple finger movements.
You can customize the touch gestures by changing settings, button configurations, click speed, and
pointer options. From the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, and then select Hardware and
Sound. Under Devices and Printers, select Mouse.
Using TouchPad gestures
TIP:Use the left and right buttons on the TouchPad as you would use the corresponding buttons on
an external mouse.
NOTE:TouchPad gestures are not supported in all apps.
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							Tapping
To make an on-screen selection, use the Tap function on the TouchPad.
●Point to an item on the screen, and then tap one finger on the TouchPad zone to make a
selection. Double-tap an item to open it.
NOTE: Press and hold on the TouchPad to open a help screen that provides information about the
selected item.
Scrolling
Scrolling is useful for moving up, down, or sideways on a page or image.
●Place two fingers slightly apart on the TouchPad zone and then drag them up, down, left, or
right.
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							Pinching/zooming
Pinching and zooming allow you to zoom out or in on images or text.
●Zoom in by placing two fingers together on the TouchPad zone and then moving your fingers
apart.
●Zoom out by placing two fingers apart on the TouchPad zone and then moving your fingers
together.
Rotating (select models only)
Rotating allows you to turn items such as photos.
●Point to an object, then anchor the forefinger of your left hand in the TouchPad zone. Using your
right hand, slide your forefinger in a sweeping motion from 12 o’clock to 3 o’clock. To reverse the
rotation, move your forefinger from 3 o’clock to 12 o’clock.
NOTE:Rotate is intended for specific apps where you can manipulate an object or image. It may
not be functional for all apps.
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							Flicking (select models only)
Flicking allows you to navigate through screens or quickly scroll through documents.
●Place three fingers on the TouchPad zone and flick your fingers in a light, quick motion up,
down, left or right.
Edge swipes
Edge swipes allow you to access toolbars on your computer for tasks such as changing settings and
finding or using apps.
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							Right-edge swipe
The right-edge swipe accesses the charms, which let you search, share, start apps, access devices,
or change settings.
●Swipe your finger gently from the right edge to display the charms.
Top-edge swipe
The top-edge swipe displays app command options that allow you to customize apps.
IMPORTANT:When an app is open, the top-edge gesture varies depending on the app.
●Gently swipe your finger from the top edge to reveal the app command options.
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							Left-edge swipe
The left-edge swipe accesses your recently opened apps so that you can switch between them
quickly.
●Swipe your finger gently from the left edge of the TouchPad to switch between recently opened
apps.
Using the keyboard and mouse
The keyboard and mouse allow you to type, select items, scroll and perform the same functions as
using touch gestures. The keyboard dock allows you to use special action keys and hot keys to
perform specific functions.
NOTE:Action keys do not display or function on the on-screen keyboard of the tablet.
TIP:The Windows key  on the keyboard allows you to quickly return to the Start screen from
an open app or the Windows desktop. Pressing the Windows key again returns you to the previous
screen.
NOTE:Depending on the country or region, your keyboard may have different keys and keyboard
functions than those discussed in this section.
Using the keys
Your computer has different ways to quickly access information or perform functions with certain key
combinations.
Using the action keys
NOTE:Action keys do not display or function on the on-screen keyboard of the tablet.
An action key on the keyboard dock performs an assigned function. The icon on each of the f1
through f4 and f6 through f12 keys illustrates the assigned function for that key.
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