HP Pavilion 14 Ab000 Notebook Pc Series User Manual
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Sharing data and drives and accessing software When your computer is part of a network, you are not limited to using only the information that is stored in your computer. Computers connected to the network can exchange software and data with each other. For more information about sharing files, folders, or drives, see the information provided in Help and Support. ▲From the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support. ‒ or – From the Windows desktop, click the question mark icon in the taskbar. NOTE:When a disc like a DVD movie or game is copy-protected, it cannot be shared.Sharing data and drives and accessing software21
4Enjoying entertainment features Use your HP computer as an entertainment hub to socialize via the webcam, enjoy and manage your music, and download and watch movies. Or, to make your computer an even more powerful entertainment center, connect external devices like a monitor, projector, or TV, or speakers and headphones. Using a webcam Your computer has an integrated webcam that records video and captures photographs. Some models may allow you to video conference and chat online using streaming video. ▲To start the webcam , from the Start screen, type camera, and then select Camera from the list of applications. Using audio On your computer, or on select models using an external optical drive, 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 to the audio-out (headphone) jack on your computer or on a docking station. To connect wireless speakers to your computer, follow the device manufacturer's instructions. To connect high-definition speakers to the computer, see Setting up HDMI audio on page 24. Before connecting speakers, lower the volume setting. Connecting headsets 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 document, from the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. Headphones combined with a microphone are called headsets. You can connect wired headsets to the audio- out (headphone)/audio-in (microphone) jack on your computer. To connect wireless headsets to your computer, follow the device manufacturer's instructions. Using B&O Play audio B&O Play audio is an enhanced audio feature that provides a deep, controlled bass while maintaining a clear sound. You can experience B&O Play audio through the computer's internal speakers, through external speakers connected to a USB port, or through audio headphones connected to the audio-out (headphone)/ audio-in (microphone) combo jack. 22Chapter 4 Enjoying entertainment features
Accessing Audio Control Panel Use B&O Play 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 B&O Play Control Panel. ‒ or – From the Windows desktop, right-click the Start button, and then select Control Panel. Select Hardware and Sound, and then select B&O Play Control Panel. Testing your audio features 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. 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. 3.Save the file to your desktop. 4.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 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 when you are not connected to a network. To enhance your viewing enjoyment, use one of the video ports on the computer to connect an external monitor, projector, or TV. IMPORTANT:Be sure that the external device is connected to the correct port on the computer, using the correct cable. Follow the device manufacturer's instructions. For information on using your video features, refer to Help and Support. Using video23
Connecting video devices using an HDMI cable (select models only)NOTE:To connect an HDMI device to your computer, you need an HDMI cable, purchased separately. To see the computer screen image on a high-definition TV 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 TV or monitor. 3.Press f4 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 the external device. ●Extend: View the screen image extended across the computer and the external device. ●Second screen only: View the screen image on the external device only. Each time you press f4, the display state changes. NOTE:For best results, especially if you choose the "Extend" option, increase the screen resolution of the external device, as follows. From the Start screen, type control panel, and then select Control Panel . Select Appearance and Personalization. Under Display, select Adjust screen resolution. Setting up HDMI audio HDMI is the only video interface that supports high-definition video and audio. After you connect an HDMI TV 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: 24Chapter 4 Enjoying entertainment features
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. 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. To open Miracast: ▲Point 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. – or – On select computer models, from the Start screen, click the HP Quick Access to Miracast icon, and then follow the on-screen instructions. NOTE:To learn what type of display you have (Miracast-compatible or Intel WiDi), refer to the documentation that came with your TV or secondary display device. Discovering and connecting to Intel WiDi certified displays (select Intel models only) Use Intel WiDi to wirelessly project individual files such as photos, music, or videos, or to duplicate your entire computer screen to a TV or a secondary display device. Intel WiDi, a premium Miracast solution, makes it easy and seamless to pair your secondary display device; provides for full-screen duplication; and improves speed, quality, and scaling. Intel WiDi Media Share (select models only) enables easy multitasking and provides tools to select and flick individual media files to your secondary display device. To connect to Intel WiDi certified displays: ▲Point 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. To open Intel WiDi from the Start screen: ▲Type Intel WiDi and then click Intel WiDi. To open Intel WiDi Media Share from the Start screen: ▲Type Intel WiDi Media Share and then click Intel WiDi Media Share. Using video25
5Navigating the screen To quickly return to the Start screen, press the Windows key on a keyboard. You can navigate the computer screen in the following ways: ●Use touch gestures directly on the computer screen ●Use touch gestures on the TouchPad ●Use keyboard and optional mouse (mouse purchased separately) NOTE:An external USB mouse (purchased separately) can be connected to a USB ports on the computer. Using the TouchPad and touch screen gestures The TouchPad helps you navigate the computer screen and control the pointer using simple touch gestures. To navigate the TouchPad, you can use the left and right TouchPad buttons as you would use the corresponding buttons on an external mouse. You can also customize gestures and view demonstrations of how they work. From the Start screen, type control panel, select Control Panel, and then select Hardware and Sound. Under Devices and Printers, select Mouse. NOTE:Unless otherwise noted, most of the gestures shown here can be used on either the TouchPad or touch screen. TouchPad gestures are not supported in all apps. Tap Use the tap/double-tap gesture to select or open an item on the screen. ●Point to an item on the screen, and then tap one finger on the TouchPad zone to select the item. Double-tap an item to open it. 26Chapter 5 Navigating the screen
Two-finger scroll Use the two-finger scroll to move 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. Two-finger pinch zoom Use the two-finger pinch zoom to zoom out or in on images or text. ●Zoom out by placing two fingers apart on the TouchPad zone and then moving your fingers together. ●Zoom in by placing two fingers together on the TouchPad zone and then moving your fingers apart. Two-finger click Use the two-finger click to open the menu for an object on the screen. NOTE:The two-finger click performs the same function as right-clicking with the mouse. ●Place two fingers on the TouchPad zone and press down to open the options menu for the selected object. Using the TouchPad and touch screen gestures27
Right-edge swipe (touch screen only) Use the right-edge swipe to reveal the charms, which let you search, share, start apps, access devices, or change settings. ●Gently swipe your finger inward from the right edge of the touch screen to reveal the charms. Left-edge swipe (touch screen only) Use the left-edge swipe to reveal your open apps so that you can switch between them quickly. ●Gently swipe your finger inward from the left edge of the touch screen. Then, without lifting your finger, swipe back toward the left edge to reveal all open apps. Top-edge swipe and bottom-edge swipe (touch screen only) Use the top-edge swipe or bottom-edge swipe to display command options that allow you to customize an open app. IMPORTANT:The function of the top-edge swipe varies depending on the app. ●Gently swipe your finger from the top edge or the bottom edge to reveal the app command options. 28Chapter 5 Navigating the screen
One-finger slide (touch screen only) Use the one-finger slide to pan or scroll through lists and pages, or to move an object. ●To scroll across the screen, lightly slide one finger across the screen in the direction you want to move. ●To move an object, press and hold your finger on an object, and then drag your finger to move the object. Using the keyboard and optional mouse The keyboard and mouse allow you to type, select items, scroll and to perform the same functions as you do using touch gestures. The keyboard also allows you to use action keys and key combinations to perform specific functions. TIP:The Windows key on a keyboard allows you to quickly return to the Start screen from an open app or the Windows desktop. Press the key again to return 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 keyboard and optional mouse29
6Managing power Your computer can operate on either battery power or external power. When the computer is running on battery power only and an AC power source is not available to charge the battery, it is important to monitor and conserve the battery charge. Initiating and exiting Sleep and Hibernation Windows has two power-saving states, Sleep and Hibernation. ●Sleep—The Sleep state is automatically initiated after a period of inactivity. Your work is saved to memory, allowing you to resume your work very quickly. You can also initiate Sleep manually. For more information, see Manually initiating and exiting Sleep on page 31. ●Hibernation—The Hibernation state is automatically initiated if the battery reaches a critical level. In the Hibernation state, your work is saved to a hibernation file and the computer powers down. You can also initiate Hibernation manually. For more information, see Manually initiating and exiting Hibernation (select models only) on page 31. CAUTION:To reduce the risk of possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video playback functionality, or loss of information, do not initiate the Sleep state while reading from or writing to a disc or an external media card.NOTE:You cannot initiate any type of networking connection or perform any computer functions while the computer is in the Sleep state or in the Hibernation state.30Chapter 6 Managing power