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4 Getting Started GuideStoring documentation and recovery discsStore all PC user manuals and warranty information in an easy-to-find, safe location. I
94 Getting Started GuideCapturing video from a DV camcorderYou can capture (copy) digital video files to your hard disk drive by using muvee autoProdu
Creating Movies Using muvee autoProducer 95Capturing recorded video from a DV camcorderFor best results with muvee autoProducer, capture only video fo
96 Getting Started Guide5 You can mark specific scenes in a video clip to include or leave out of your final movie, with the magicMoments feature in m
Creating Movies Using muvee autoProducer 97Adding picturesTo add still image files to your movie production:1 Select the Add Pictures button in the Vi
98 Getting Started GuideSelecting the styleThe muvee autoProducer program comes with a set of style templates for setting the pace, scene transition e
Creating Movies Using muvee autoProducer 994 Select the Audio tab to set the sound preferences. Click one of the following settings:• Use all music. P
100 Getting Started GuideMaking the movieAfter you have added at least one video or picture file to your movie project, you can have muvee autoProduce
Creating Movies Using muvee autoProducer 101Modify the movieAfter you have created the movie, muvee autoProducer allows you make some quick final chan
102 Getting Started GuideSaving the movie projectOnce you are satisfied with the look of your movie project, you are ready to save it. To save the mov
Creating Movies Using muvee autoProducer 1037 Click the Change Settings button to change the video and audio settings of the movie file type as requir
Setting Up Your PC 5Setting Up and Connecting to the InternetRequirements• A PC.• A dial-up modem or a cable or DSL modem for high-speed broadband con
104 Getting Started Guide10 Select the type of video disc to create: DVD, VCD, or SVCD.The window shows the disc capacity, disc capacity used, and ava
Getting Help 105Getting HelpFinding Onscreen GuidesOnscreen guides are available in the User’s Guides folder (select models only).1 Click Start on the
106 Getting Started GuideUsing the Onscreen Help and Support CenterInformation about your PC is in the onscreen Help and Support Center (select models
Getting Help 107Getting messagesAfter you view or close a message, it will not automatically display again.To read a previously received message, open
108 Getting Started GuideReactivating messagesWhen you reactivate the Updates from HP (or Compaq Connections) service, the service runs whenever you a
Index 109IndexAaddingfiles to video projects 83music 93, 97pictures 93, 97video 93, 95adhesive disc labels 76antivirus, installing program 9appending
110 Getting Started GuideDdataarchiving 73burning in multiple sessions 71burning tips 71verifying integrity 71digital images 59digital images, managin
Index 111Iimage files 74interleave pictures 98Internetorganizing destinations 10signing up with an ISP 5Kkeeping shots in sequence 98keyboardcustomizi
112 Getting Started GuideSSafety & Comfort Guide 7safety warnings 7setting up PC 1settingsuser defined, muvee autoProducer 98Shuffle shots 98slide
Index 113projectsbackground music 85burning to disc 86button styles 85capture length 83capturing video 83chapter points 83custom styles 85Direct-to-Di
6 Getting Started GuideConfiguring and Registering Norton Internet Security SoftwareNorton Internet Security software is preinstalled on your PC and i
Setting Up Your PC 7Using the PC with Safety and ComfortBefore you begin using the PC, arrange the PC and your work area to maintain your comfort and
8 Getting Started GuideSetting Up Accounts on Your New PCUser accounts allow you to set the privileges for each user of your PC. For example, you can
Setting Up Your PC 9Creating passwordsPasswords help protect your PC and information from unauthorized access and help ensure that information on the
10 Getting Started GuideUsing HP and Compaq ProductsHP and Compaq PCs include preloaded software for select HP All-In-One, camera, scanner, and printe
Using the Keyboard 11Using the KeyboardYour keyboard has an arrangement of standard keys, indicator lights, and special buttons (select models only).I
12 Getting Started GuideVideo Opens video software program. Can be reconfigured.orShoppingGoes to popular Web sites. Can be reconfigured to open a sit
Using the Keyboard 13Customizing the keyboard buttonsYou can customize some of the special buttons on the keyboard (select models only) to open differ
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Using Your PC Top 15Using Your PC TopYour PC may have a storage area or docking bay (select models only) on the top of the PC chassis.Using Your Docki
16 Getting Started GuideTo store CDs, DVDs, or memory cards:Gently press down on the bay lid and slide it open.To install a peripheral device or an HP
Using Your PC Top 174 Thread the cables that came with your peripheral devices or camera docking station through the cable tunnel (C). Starting from t
18 Getting Started Guide6 Place the correct camera docking station lid (F) on top of the PC. Gently guide the edge of the lid into the top of the PC.7
Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 19Configuring Speaker and Sound OptionsThere are three steps to setting up sound on the PC:1 Connecting the spea
20 Getting Started GuideConnector Description Illustration TypeThree connectorsYour PC model may include three sound connectors. You can connect up to
Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 21Use the sound connectors that match your PC model when installing cables, as shown in the installation procedu
22 Getting Started GuideSpeaker configurationsYou may set up your PC for the following supported configurations:Name Speaker system SeeHeadphones None
Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 23Speaker typesSpeakers may be included with the monitor (select models only) or sold separately. Refer to the p
Table of Contents iiiTable of ContentsSetting Up Your PC ... 1Putting Your PC To
24 Getting Started Guide9 After the speakers are connected to the PC, configure the audio software for sound output for your PC model:• Type 3 connect
Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 256 Turn on the PC.7 Plug in the speaker system power.8 Turn on the speaker system.9 After the speakers are conn
26 Getting Started Guide3 Connect the rear speaker cable to the black connector that matches the back of your PC.For type 3 connectors, the blue Audio
Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 27The following diagram shows a typical 5.1 audio installation:Connecting 7.1 (7 speakers and a subwoofer) audio
28 Getting Started Guide6 Connect the cables to the audio system.7 Connect the front, rear, side, and center speakers to the subwoofer. Refer to the s
Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 29Connecting the PC to a home audio systemYou can connect your PC to your home stereo or home theater multichann
30 Getting Started Guide2 or 2.1 home stereo installationThe following diagram shows a typical 2 or 2.1 speaker installation that uses passive stereo
Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 315.1 (5 speakers and a subwoofer) home audio installationThe following diagram shows a typical advanced home th
32 Getting Started Guide5.1 (5 speakers and a subwoofer) home audio installation procedureTo connect a six-channel (5.1 speaker) home audio system to
Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 335 Connect the stereo mini-jack of a Y adapter cable into the microphone (pink) connector or the center speaker
iv Getting Started GuideConfiguring Speaker and Sound Options... 19Step 1: Connecting the speakers ...
34 Getting Started GuideTo connect digital audio speakers:1 Turn off the PC.2 Connect the digital input on the digital speakers or a digital audio sys
Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 35Configuring audio output with Multi-channel Sound ManagerIf your PC model has type 3 connectors, follow these
36 Getting Started Guide7 Click OK.8 (Optional) Test the speakers. Click the Speaker Test tab, and follow the onscreen instructions.Now that the speak
Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 37Configuring audio output with Sound Effect ManagerFollow these steps after you have installed and connected yo
38 Getting Started GuideUsing the Audio Wizard in the Sound Effect ManagerThe Sound Effect Manager Audio Wizard can help you connect front-panel audio
Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 39Disabling digital audio output with Sound Effect Manager (optional)To disable digital audio output:1 Open the
40 Getting Started GuideConfiguring the Realtek HD Sound Effect Manager1 Click the Audio I/O tab.2 Select the option describing the number of speakers
Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 41Retasking front panel audio connectors with the Realtek HD Sound Effect ManagerThe pink and green connectors o
42 Getting Started GuideSetting up multistreaming audioExample 1: Online gamingTo configure multistreaming audio output for online gaming with Realtek
Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 43Example 2: For digital home entertainmentTo configure multistreaming audio output for digital home entertainme
Table of Contents vWorking with Digital Images... 59Using HP Photosmart Premier ...
44 Getting Started GuideSelecting Recording Devices(Type 6 connectors only)To select a sound recording device:1 Click Start on the taskbar.2 Choose Co
Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 45Configuring the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi Sound Card (Select Models Only)This section provides an overview o
46 Getting Started GuideConfiguring the sound card softwareFollow these steps after you have installed and connected your speakers to configure multi-
Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 47Recording with the sound cardThe Sound Blaster X-Fi enables sound recording from multiple audio sources using
48 Getting Started GuideThe main functions, such as speaker configuration, equalizer, and volume control, are available in all three modes. However, e
Using the Memory Card Reader 49Using the Memory Card ReaderDigital cameras and other digital imaging devices use memory cards, or media, to store digi
50 Getting Started GuideUsing the Memory Card Reader1 Insert the media into the card slot until it stops.The activity light (A) on the memory card rea
Using the Memory Card Reader 51Media Insertion Guide4-slot memory card reader (select models only)*Select models only. Not available in all countries/
52 Getting Started Guide2-slot memory card reader (select models only)Card Insert Into 2-slot readerSecure Digital (SD) Memory CardLabel up (gold conn
Using the HP Personal Media Drive 53Using the HP Personal Media DriveThe HP Personal Media Drive (sold separately) can be used as an internal or exter
vi Getting Started GuideCreating Video Discs and Movies... 81Before You Begin Capturing Video ...
54 Getting Started GuideConnecting the DriveAs an external drive, the HP Personal Media Drive connects and disconnects easily from a USB 2.0 connector
Using the HP Personal Media Drive 55Inserting the Drive1 Turn on the PC.2 Line up the ridges on the bottom of the drive with the two slots on the side
56 Getting Started GuideLocating the Drive and Assigning a Drive LetterAfter you insert the drive into the PC, you can find the drive in My Computer.
Using the HP Personal Media Drive 57Using the DriveWhen running for long periods of time, the aluminum case of the HP Personal Media Drive may become
58 Getting Started GuideDisconnecting the DriveYou can safely remove the drive when it is not active. When the amber activity light is blinking, the d
Working with Digital Images 59Working with Digital ImagesYou can copy, edit, and share digital images using the PC.Transfer digital images to the PC u
60 Getting Started GuideUsing HP Photosmart PremierUse the HP Photosmart Premier software program to manage your photos, scanned images, and video cli
Working with Digital Images 61Print Click this tab to print photos, photo packages, and index sheets using the images in the selection tray. Projects
62 Getting Started Guide
Playing CDs and DVDs 63Playing CDs and DVDsThis section describes how to play CDs, VCDs, or DVDs using Windows Media Player or other audio and video p
Setting Up Your PC 1Setting Up Your PC Putting Your PC TogetherFollow the steps on the setup poster to set up your PC.Look in the PC box for printed d
64 Getting Started GuideUsing country/region codesMost DVD discs have country/region codes embedded in the disc data that limit where the DVD movie ca
Playing CDs and DVDs 65Playing Video CDs (VCDs)You must have either a CD or DVD drive.1 Insert the video CD into your CD or DVD drive.The default vide
66 Getting Started Guide
Creating Audio and Data Discs 67Creating Audio and Data DiscsThis chapter contains the procedures you must perform to record (or burn) music and data
68 Getting Started GuideErasing Rewritable Discs Before RecordingPreviously recorded files on CD-RW, DVD-RW, or DVD+RW discs must be erased before rec
Creating Audio and Data Discs 69Both Sonic programs create closed-session music CDs, which means you must record all music files on one CD in one reco
70 Getting Started GuideCreating audio CDsTo create uncompressed audio CDs using Sonic DigitalMedia Plus:1 Open the DigitalMedia Plus program by click
Creating Audio and Data Discs 71You can get detailed online Help by clicking the Help menu and then selecting Help.Working with Data DVDs and CDsUnlik
72 Getting Started Guide• Sonic DigitalMedia Plus allows you to change the names of files you want to record and files that were previously recorded.•
Creating Audio and Data Discs 73Copying a DVD or CDSonic DigitalMedia Plus enables you to make copies of an existing music or data disc. You can confi
2 Getting Started GuideNot all power strips provide surge protection; the power strip must be specifically labeled as having this ability. Use a power
74 Getting Started Guide8 When prompted, insert a recordable disc, and then click OK.If the files do not fit on one disc, you are prompted for additio
Creating Audio and Data Discs 75Disc Labeling with LightScribeLightScribe (select models only) is a direct disc labeling technology providing you a si
76 Getting Started Guidec Repeat the previous step for each track or file on the disc.d Click the left or right arrows next to Layout and Background t
Creating Audio and Data Discs 77Disc Features and Compatibility TableDisc File type Can be recorded ontoPlays in PC Plays in home or car stereoPlays i
78 Getting Started GuideOptical Drive Quick Reference TableOptical drive can: CD-ROM CD-RW DVD-ROM DVD-RAMDVD+RW/+RDVD-RW/–RDouble-layer DVDCombo CD-R
Creating Audio and Data Discs 79Software Quick Reference TableYour PC includes a number of software programs that: • Record and play CDs• Record data
80 Getting Started GuideSonic DigitalMedia Plus(select models only)• Record data and music files.• Record a copy of an existing music or data CD to us
Creating Video Discs and Movies 81Creating Video Discs and MoviesYour PC may include the following movie-making programs:• Sonic MyDVD (select models
82 Getting Started GuideSonic MyDVD Video ProjectsA Sonic MyDVD video project is a way to group, organize, store, play, and burn related video and sti
Creating Video Discs and Movies 83Adding files to a video projectYou can add files to your DVD or VCD video project from:• An existing DVD or VCD.• Vi
Setting Up Your PC 3Audio Line Out (powered speakers)Audio Line InHeadphonesMicrophoneFireWire® (IEEE 1394) for video cameras or other devices with ve
84 Getting Started Guide8 In the Save As dialog box, name the captured file, and select the file format and the folder where you want to save it. Clic
Creating Video Discs and Movies 854 Double-click the new submenu, and do one or more of the following:• Add existing video files as described in “Addi
86 Getting Started GuideTo edit your video files:1 Click File, Open Project, and then select a video project that you created as described in “Creatin
Creating Video Discs and Movies 87Creating a Video Project with the Direct-to-Disc WizardsSonic MyDVD includes Direct-to-Disc Wizards that guide you t
88 Getting Started GuideNote that the Direct-to-Disc Wizards do not include the editing features that are available from the standard interface. You c
Creating Video Discs and Movies 89DVD Recording TimeThe following table lists the approximate DVD video recording time for different disc sizes at dif
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Creating Movies Using muvee autoProducer 91Creating Movies Using muvee autoProducerCreating personalized and professional-looking video movies is simp
92 Getting Started Guide3Add music: Select music files on your PC to add to your movie soundtrack.You can use these music file types in your movie pro
Creating Movies Using muvee autoProducer 93Using muvee autoProducerGetting startedTo open muvee autoProducer:1 Click Start on the taskbar.2 Select All
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