HP Pavilion X2 13 R100dx User Manual

							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.
Multimedia features
Here are some of the entertainment features on your computer.
Component Description(1)Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone) 
combo 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 using 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.
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).(2) Volume buttonControls speaker volume.
●To increase speaker volume, press the + edge of the 
button.
●To decrease speaker volume, press the – edge of the 
button.
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							Component Description(1) Internal microphones Record sound.(2) Webcam lightOn: The webcam is in use.(3) WebcamRecords video and captures photographs. Some models 
allow you to video conference and chat online using 
streaming video.
From the Start screen, type camera, and then select 
CyberLink YouCam from the list of applications.
(4) Speakers Produce sound.(5)Memory card readerConnects optional memory cards that store, manage, share, 
or access information.
●To insert the memory card, hold the card, label side up 
with connectors facing the slot and push in the card until 
it is firmly seated.
●To remove the memory card, press in on the card and 
quickly release it until it pops out.
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							Component DescriptionNOTE:The following three multimedia features are located on the rear side of the keyboard dock as illustrated above.(6)HDMI portConnects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-
definition television, any compatible digital or audio 
component, or a high-speed HDMI device.(7)USB 3.0 ports Connect optional USB devices, such as a keyboard, mouse, 
external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.(8)Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in 
(microphone) combo 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 using 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.
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).
Using the webcam
The 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.
For details about using the webcam, go to Help and Support. From the Start screen, type help, and 
then select 
Help and Support.
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 34. Before 
connecting speakers, lower the volume setting.
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							Connecting headphones
You can connect wired headphones to the headphone jack on your computer.
To connect wireless headphones to your computer, follow the device manufacturer's 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, and then select 
the 
HP Support Assistant app.
Connecting headphones and microphones
You can connect wired headphones or headsets to the audio-out (headphone)/audio-in (microphone)  jack on your computer. Many headsets with integrated microphones are commercially available.
To connect wireless headphones or headsets to your computer, follow the device manufacturer's 
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, and then select 
the 
HP Support Assistant app.
Using Beats Audio
Beats Audio is an enhanced audio feature that provides a deep, controlled bass while maintaining a 
clear sound. You can experience Beats Audio through the computer's internal speakers, through 
external speakers connected to a USB port, or through Beats Audio headphones connected to the 
headphone jack.
Accessing Beats Audio Control Panel
Use Beats 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 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.
Testing your audio features
To check the audio functions on your computer, follow these steps:
1.From the Start screen, type control panel, and then select Control Panel.
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 sound, and then select Sound Recorder.
2.Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone.
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							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, follow these steps:
1.From the Start screen, type control panel, and then select Control Panel.
2.Select Hardware and Sound, and then select 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. Check the device manufacturer's instructions.
Connecting video devices by using an HDMI cable
NOTE:To connect an HDMI device to your computer, you need an HDMI cable, sold 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.
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							●Extend: View the screen image extended across both 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, adjust 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:
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.
Intel Wireless Display (select models only)
Intel® Wireless Display allows you to share your computer content wirelessly on your TV. To  experience wireless display, a wireless TV adapter (purchased separately) is required. DVDs that 
have output protection may not play on Intel Wireless Display. (However, DVDs that do not have 
output protect will play.) Blu-ray discs, which have output protection, will not play on Intel Wireless 
Display. For details about using the wireless TV adapter, see the manufacturer's instructions.
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							5Navigating the screen
You can navigate the computer screen in the following ways:
●Touch gestures
●Keyboard and mouse
Touch gestures can be used on your computer's 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.
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 and gestures
The TouchPad allows you to navigate the computer screen and control the pointer by using simple 
finger movements. You can customize the touch gestures by changing settings, button configurations, 
click speed, and pointer options. You can also view demonstrations of TouchPad gestures.
From the Start screen, type control panel, select Control Panel, and then select Hardware and 
Sound
. Under Devices and Printers, select Mouse.
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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.
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.
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							2-finger pinch zoom
2-finger pinch zoom allows you 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.
2-finger click
2-finger click allows you to make menu selections for an object on the screen.
NOTE:Using 2-finger click is the same action as using right-click with the mouse.
●Place two fingers on the TouchPad zone and press down to open the options menu for the 
selected object.
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							Rotating (select models only)
Rotating allows you to turn items such as photos.
●Place two separated fingers on the TouchPad zone. Move both fingers in an arching motion 
while maintaining uniform separation. A clockwise arching motion initiates a right rotation and a  counter-clockwise motion initiates a left rotation.
NOTE:Rotate is intended for specific apps where you can manipulate an object or image. Rotate 
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