HP Pavilion Dv4 5a00 Entertainment Notebook Pc Series Manual

4 Enjoying 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 connect external devices, including speakers,
headphones, monitor, projector, TV, and, on select models, high-definition devices.
Here are some of the entertainment features on your computer.
Multimedia Features
Component Description
(1)  Internal microphones (2) Record sound.
(2)  HP TrueVision HD Webcam Records video, captures still...

Component Description
(3)  Webcam light On: The webcam is in use.
(4)  Speakers (2) Produce sound.
(5)
USB 2.0 port Connects an optional USB device. For details about
different types of USB ports, see Using a USB
device on page 47.
(6)  Optical drive Reads and writes (select models only) to an optical
disc.
(7) b key Enables or disables Beats Audio when pressed in
combination with the fn key.
Opens Beats Audio Control Panel, which allows you
to view and control all audio settings. Beats Audio is
an...

Using the webcam
Your computer has an integrated webcam, a powerful social networking tool, that allows you to
communicate up close with friends and colleagues 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, select Start > All Programs > Communication and Chat > CyberLink
YouCam.
For details about using the webcam, select Start > Help and Support.
Using audio
On...

Using Beats Audio
Beats Audio is an enhanced audio feature that provides a deep, controlled bass while maintaining a
clear sound.
Accessing Beats Audio Control Panel
Beats Audio Control Panel allows you to view and manually control audio and bass settings.
To open Beats Audio Control Panel, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Beats
Audio Control Panel.
Enabling and Disabling Beats Audio
▲To enable or disable Beats Audio, press the fn key in combination with the b key.
The following table...

Using video
Your HP 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
access 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. Some computers also have a high-definition multimedia interface...

Connecting an HDMI TV or monitor 
To see the computer screen image on a high-definition TV or monitor, connect the high-definition
device according to the following instructions.
To connect an HDMI device to your computer, you need an HDMI cable, sold separately.
To connect a high-definition TV or monitor to your computer:
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...

Configuring audio settings (with HDMI TV)
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.Right-click the Speaker icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then click
Playback devices.
2.On the Playback tab, click Digital Output Device (HDMI).
3.Click Set Default, and then click OK.
To return the audio stream to the computer speakers, follow...

5 Using the keyboard and pointing
devices
Your computer allows easy on-screen navigation. In addition to the keyboard, a TouchPad allows you
to perform on-screen functions. Your computer may also have an integrated numeric keypad. Select
models also have special action keys or hot key functions to perform routine tasks simply.
In addition to the pointing devices, such as a TouchPad, included with your computer, you can use an
external USB mouse (purchased separately) by connecting it to one of the USB...

Using the keyboard
The keyboard allows you to type and the action keys and hot keys allow you to perform specific
functions. For more details about the keyboard keys, see 
Keys on page 12.
NOTE:Depending on the country or region, your keyboard may have different keys and keyboard
functions than those discussed in this section.
Using ALT GR key combinations
Some countries have keyboards with an ALT GR key that is used for special key combinations. To
type the rupee symbol on a keyboard that includes this...

Icon Key Description
f6Plays the previous track of an audio CD or the previous section of a DVD or a BD.
f7Begins, pauses, or resumes playback of an audio CD, a DVD, or a BD.
f8Plays the next track of an audio CD or the next section of a DVD or a BD.
f9Decreases speaker volume incrementally as long as you hold down the key.
f10Increases speaker volume incrementally as long as you hold down the key.
f11Mutes or restores speaker sound.
f12Turns the wireless feature on or off.
NOTE:A wireless network must...