HP Pavilion Dv6t 7000 Cto Quad Edition Entertainment Notebook Pc Manual

							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 these steps:
1.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.
Using Intel Wireless Display (select models only)
Intel® Wireless Display allows you to transmit your computer content wirelessly to your TV by using
an optional wireless TV adapter (purchased separately). For details about using the wireless adapter,
see the manufacturers instructions.
To open Intel Wireless Display, select Start > All Programs > Intel WiDi.
To enable Intel Wireless Display, select Start > All Programs > Intel Proset Wireless > Intel My
WiFi Technology.
NOTE:Before using the wireless display, be sure that your wireless device is turned on.
Managing your audio and video files
CyberLink PowerDVD helps you manage and edit your photo and video collections.
▲To start CyberLink PowerDVD, select Start > All Programs > Music, Photos and Videos, and
then click CyberLink PowerDVD.
For more information about using CyberLink PowerDVD, see the PowerDVD software Help.
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							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 ports on the
computer.
To customize pointing device settings, button configuration, click speed, and pointer options, select
Start > Control Panel and type mouse in the search box in the upper right corner of the screen. Click
Mouse.
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							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 14.
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 key, use the alt gr+4 key combination.
Region-specific keyboards in India can use the ctrl+shift+4 keys for the rupee symbol.
To learn about ALT GR key combinations, go to the Microsoft Office website,
www.office.microsoft.com, and search for ALT GR.
Using the action keys
An action key performs an assigned function. The icon on each of the f1 through f12 keys illustrates
the assigned function for that key.
To use an action key function, press and hold the key.
The action key feature is enabled at the factory. You can disable this feature in Setup Utility (BIOS).
See 
Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics on page 71 for instructions on opening
Setup Utility (BIOS), and then follow the instructions at the bottom of the screen.
To activate the assigned function after disabling the action key feature, you must press the fn key in
combination with the appropriate action key.
CAUTION:Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility. Errors can prevent the
computer from operating properly.
Icon Key Description
f1Opens Help and Support, which provides tutorials, information about the Windows
operating system and your computer, answers to questions, and updates to your
computer.
Help and Support also provides automated troubleshooting tools and access to
customer support.
f2Decreases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold down the key.
f3Increases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold down the key.
f4Switches the screen image between display devices connected to the system. For
example, if a monitor is connected to the computer, pressing this key alternates the
screen image from the computer display to the monitor display to a simultaneous
display on both the computer and the monitor.
Most external monitors receive video information from the computer using the external
VGA video standard. This action key can also alternate images among other devices
that are receiving video information from the computer.
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							Icon Key Description
f5Turns the radiance backlight keyboard feature off or on.
NOTE:To conserve battery power, turn off this feature.
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 be set up before a wireless connection is possible.
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							Using the hot keys
A hot key is a combination of the fn key and either the esc key or the b key.
To use a hot key:
▲Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press the second key of the combination.
Function Hot key Description
Display system information.fn+escDisplays information about system hardware components and the
system BIOS version number.
Control the bass settings.fn+bEnables or disables the Beats Audio bass settings.
Beats Audio is an enhanced audio profile that provides a deep,
controlled bass while maintaining a clear sound. Beats Audio is
enabled by default.
You can also view and control the bass settings through the
Windows operating system. To view and control the bass properties:
Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Beats
Audio Control Panel.
Using the keypad
Using the integrated numeric keypad
The computer includes an integrated numeric keypad, and it also supports an optional external
numeric keypad or an optional external keyboard that includes a numeric keypad.
Component Description
num lock key Controls the function of the integrated numeric keypad. Press the
key to alternate between the standard numeric function of an
external keypad (selected at the factory) and the navigational
function (indicated by the directional arrows on the keys).
NOTE:The keypad function that is active when the computer is
turned off is reinstated when the computer is turned back on.
Integrated numeric keypad Set at the factory to function like an external numeric keypad. To
alternate between this numeric function and the navigational
function (indicated by the directional arrows on the keys), press
the num lock key.
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							Using the TouchPad
Component Description
(1) TouchPad light 
●On: The TouchPad is off.
●Off: The TouchPad is on.
(2)  TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on or off.
(3)  TouchPad zone  Moves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates items
on the screen.
(4)  Left TouchPad button  Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(5)  Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
To move the pointer, slide one finger across the TouchPad in the direction you want the pointer to go.
Use the left and right TouchPad buttons as you would use the buttons on an external mouse.
Turning the TouchPad off or on
To turn the TouchPad off or on, quickly double-tap the TouchPad on/off button.
The TouchPad light is off when the TouchPad is on.
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							Navigating
To move the on-screen pointer, slide one finger across the TouchPad in the direction you want the
pointer to go.
Selecting
Use the left and right TouchPad buttons as you would use the corresponding buttons on an external
mouse.
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							Using TouchPad gestures
The TouchPad supports a variety of gestures that let your fingers swipe, pinch, and rotate to
manipulate items on the desktop. To use TouchPad gestures, place two fingers on the TouchPad at
the same time.
NOTE:TouchPad gestures are not supported in all programs.
To view the demonstration of a gesture:
1.Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Synaptics TouchPad.
2.Click a gesture to activate the demonstration.
To turn the gestures off or on:
1.Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Synaptics TouchPad.
2.Select the check box next to the gesture that you want to turn off or on.
3.Click Apply, and then click OK.
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							Scrolling
Scrolling is useful for moving up, down, or sideways on a page or image. To scroll, place two fingers
slightly apart on the TouchPad, and then drag them across the TouchPad in an up, down, left, or right
motion.
NOTE:Scrolling speed is controlled by finger speed.
Pinching/Zooming
Pinching allows you to zoom in or out on images or text.
●Zoom in by placing two fingers together on the TouchPad, and then moving them apart.
●Zoom out by placing two fingers apart on the TouchPad, and then moving them together.
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							Rotating
Rotating allows you to rotate items such as photos. To rotate, anchor your left forefinger in the
TouchPad zone. Move the right forefinger around the anchored finger in a sweeping motion, moving
from 12 o’clock to 3 o’clock. To reverse the rotation, move your right forefinger from 3 o’clock to 12
o’clock.
NOTE:Rotating is disabled at the factory by default.
Flicking 
Flicking allows you to navigate through screens or quickly scroll through documents. To flick, use
three fingers to touch the TouchPad zone in a light, quick flicking motion up, down, left, or right.
NOTE:Three-finger flicking is disabled at the factory by default.
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