HP Pavilion Dv7 7100 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, to make your computer an even more powerful
entertainment center, connect external devices like speakers, headphones, monitor, projector, TV,
and, high-definition devices.
Multimedia Features
Here are some of the entertainment features on your computer.
Component Description
(1)  Internal microphone Records sound.
(2)  Webcam Records video and captures still photographs.
To use the webcam, select Start > All Programs >
Communication and Chat > CyberLink YouCam.
(3)  Webcam light On: The webcam is in use.
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							Component Description
(4)
USB 2.0 port Connects optional USB devices.
NOTE:For details about different types of USB
ports, see 
Using a USB device on page 46.
(5)  Optical drive Reads and writes to an optical disc.
(6)
Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces sound when connected to optional
powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a
headset, or television audio.
WARNING!To reduce the risk of personal injury,
adjust the volume before putting on headphones,
earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety
information, see the Regulatory, Safety and
Environmental Notices.
(7)
Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset
microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural
microphone.
(8)
USB 3.0 ports (2) Connect optional USB 3.0 devices and provide
enhanced USB power performance.
NOTE:For details about different types of USB
ports, see 
Using a USB device on page 46.
(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.
(10)
External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(11)  Speakers (2) Produce sound.
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							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 your HP 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.
Connecting speakers
You can attach wired speakers to your computer by connecting them to USB ports (or the audio-out
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 audio settings (with HDMI TV)
on page 26. Before connecting audio devices, be sure to adjust the volume.
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, adjust the volume before putting on headphones,
earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety information, see the Regulatory, Safety and
Environmental Notices.
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.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.
You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones.
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							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. 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, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware
and Sound > Sound.
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 an 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 if you have questions.
Connecting a VGA monitor or projector
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 from the monitor or projector to the VGA port on the computer as
shown.
2.Press f4 to alternate the screen image between 4 display states:
●View the screen image on the computer.
●View the screen image simultaneously on both the computer and external device.
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							●View the screen image on the computer extended to the external device.
●View the screen image on the external device (monitor or projector).
Each time you press f4, the display state changes.
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 screen image between 4 display states:
●View the screen image on the computer.
●View the screen image simultaneously on both the computer and external device.
●View the screen image on the computer extended to the external device.
●View the screen image on the external device (monitor or projector).
Each time you press f4, the display state changes.
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							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 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, select Start > All Programs > Intel WiDi.
NOTE:Before using the wireless display feature, be sure that your wireless device is turned on.
Managing your photo, audio, and video files
CyberLink PowerDVD (select models only) helps you manage and edit your photo, audio, 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 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 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,
http://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 f4 keys and f6
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 68 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
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.
Using the hot keys
A hot key is a combination of the fn key and the esc 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.
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							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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