HP Pavilion 15 N300 Notebook Pc Series Manual

							Component Description
(5)
USB 2.0 port Connects an optional USB device.
NOTE:For details about different types of USB
ports, see 
Using a USB device on page 49.
(6)
Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in
(microphone) jackConnects optional powered stereo speakers,
headphones, earbuds, a headset, or a television
audio cable. Also connects an optional headset
microphone. This jack does not support optional
microphone-only devices.
WARNING!To reduce the risk of personal injury,
adjust the volume before putting on headphones,
earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety
information, refer to 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.
NOTE:When a device is connected to the jack,
the computer speakers are disabled.
NOTE:Be sure that the device cable has a 4-
conductor connector that supports both audio-out
(headphone) and audio-in (microphone).
(7)  Speakers (2) Produce sound.
(8)
USB 3.0 ports (2) Connect optional USB devices.
NOTE:For details about different types of USB
ports, see 
Using a USB device on page 49
(9)
HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as
a high-definition television, any compatible digital or
audio component, or a high-speed HDMI device.
Using the webcam (select models only)
Your computer has an integrated webcam, a powerful social networking tool that allows you to
communicate up close with friends and colleagues, whether they are next door or on the other side of
the world. With the webcam, you can stream video with your instant messaging software, capture and
share video, and take still photos.
▲To start the webcam, from the Start screen, type c, and then select CyberLink YouCam from
the list of applications.
For details about using the webcam, go to Help and Support. From the Start screen, type h, and then
select Help and Support.
Using audio
On your 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.
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							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 
Configuring HDMI audio settings on page 24.
Before connecting speakers, lower the volume setting.
Connecting headphones
You can connect wired headphones to the headphone jack on your computer.
To connect wireless headphones 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.
Connecting a microphone
To record audio, connect a microphone to the microphone jack on the computer. For best results
when recording, speak directly into the microphone and record sound in a setting free of background
noise.
Checking the sound
To check the audio functions on your computer, follow these steps:
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.
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:
1.From the Start screen, type s, and then select 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:
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.
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							Using video
Connecting a VGA monitor or projector
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. Most computers have a video graphics array (VGA) port, which
connects analog video devices.
NOTE:Your computer may include an HDMI to VGA adapter.
Some computers also have a high-definition multimedia interface (HDMI) port, which allows you to
connect a high-definition monitor or TV.
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.
To see the computer screen image on an external VGA monitor or projected for a presentation,
connect a monitor or projector to the computers VGA port.
To connect a monitor or projector:
1.Connect the VGA cable adapter to the HDMI port.
2.From the monitor or projector, connect to the VGA port on the computer as shown.
3.Press f4 to alternate the screen image between 3 display states:
●View the screen image on the computer.
●View the screen image on the external device (monitor or projector).
●View the screen image simultaneously on both the computer and external device.
Each time you press f4, the display state changes.
Connecting an HDMI device
NOTE:To connect an HDMI device to your computer, you need an HDMI cable, sold separately.
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							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 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, the display state changes.
NOTE:For best results, especially if you choose the “Extend” option, adjust the screen
resolution of the external device. From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel
from the list of applications. Select Appearance and Personalization. Under Display, select
Adjust screen resolution.
Configuring HDMI audio settings
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:
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 / HP.
3.Click Set Default, and then click OK.
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							Using Intel Wireless Display and Wireless Music (select models only)
Intel® Wireless Display and Wireless Music allow you to transmit your computer content wirelessly to
your receive/display device, such as HDTV, monitor, projector, game console, Blu-ray player, or DVR,
by using an optional wireless adapter (purchased separately). For details about using the wireless
adapter, see the manufacturers instructions.
▲To open Intel Wireless Display, from the Start screen, type w, and then select Intel WiDi.
NOTE:Before using the wireless display feature, be sure that your wireless device is turned on.
Managing your audio and video files (select models only)
CyberLink PowerDVD helps you manage and edit your photo and video collections.
▲To open CyberLink PowerDVD, from the Start screen, type c, and then select CyberLink
PowerDVD.
For more information about using CyberLink PowerDVD, see the PowerDVD software Help.
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							5 Navigating the screen
You can navigate the computer screen in several ways:
●Touch gestures
●Keyboard and mouse
Touch gestures can be used on your computer TouchPad or on a touch screen (select models only).
NOTE:An external USB mouse (purchased separately) can be connected to one of the USB ports
on the computer.
Review the Windows 8 Basics guide included with your computer. The guide provides information on
common tasks using the TouchPad, touch screen, or the keyboard.
Select computer models have special action keys or hot key functions on the keyboard to perform
routine tasks.
Some computer models may also have an integrated numeric keypad.
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
A TouchPad allows you to control the pointer on the screen using your fingers.
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.
To view a demonstration of each gesture:
1.From the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, and then select Hardware and Sound.
2.Select Synaptics TouchPad.
3.Click a gesture to activate the demonstration.
To turn a gesture off or on:
1.From the Synaptics TouchPad screen, select or clear the check box next to the gesture that
you want to turn on or off.
2.Click Apply, and then click OK.
–or –
A TouchPad allows you to control the pointer on the screen using your fingers.
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							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, and only common gestures are
documented in this guide. More gestures are available when you choose to view a demonstration of
each gesture.
To view a demonstration of each gesture:
1.From the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, and then select Hardware and Sound.
2.Select Touch Pad.
3.Click a gesture to activate the demonstration.
To turn a gesture off or on:
1.From the Start Screen, type c, select Control Panel, select Hardware and Sound, and then
select Touch Pad. The Mouse Properties dialog box opens.
2.From the Touch Pad tab, click the link Click to change the Touch Pad settings.
3.From the Touch Pad screen, select the appropriate gesture, and then select or clear the check
box next to the gesture that you want to turn off or on.
4.Click Save.
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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.
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							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.
Pinching/zooming
Pinching and zooming allow you to zoom in or out 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.
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							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. Rotate
may not be functional for all apps.
2-finger click (select models only)
2-finger click allows you to make menu selections for an object on the screen.
●Place two fingers on the TouchPad zone and press down to open the options menu for the
selected object.
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