Connecting a microphone, Checking the sound, Using video – HP 655 Notebook-PC User Manual
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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 Computer > Control Center.
2.
In the left pane, under Hardware, click Sound.
3.
Select the Sound Effects tab, and then select one of the sound options under Choose an alert
sound to test each sound.
To check the recording functions on your computer, follow these steps:
1.
Select Computer > Control Center
2.
In the left pane, under Hardware, click Sound.
3.
Select the Input tab, and then select Microphone or Line-in in the drop-down menu next to
Connector.
4.
Adjust the input volume by moving the Input volume slider to the desired setting.
NOTE:
For best results when recording, speak directly into the microphone and record sound in a
setting free of background noise.
To confirm or change the audio settings on your computer, right-click the Sound icon in the
notification area, at the far right of the taskbar.
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 manufacturer's 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 computer's VGA port.
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Chapter 4 Enjoying entertainment features