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Using the smart audio feature
The smart audio feature is supported on some computer models. To help protect against hearing loss, the
feature limits the computer’s maximum wide band true RMS output voltage to 130 mV when a headset or
headphone is connected.
To change the setting, do the following:
1. Go to Control Panel and view by Large icons.
2. Click SmartAudio . In the window displayed, click the Disable Headphone Limiter icon. Then follow the
on-screen instructions.
Using the camera
If your computer has a camera, you can use the camera to preview your video image and take a snapshot of
your current image.
To start the camera, open the Start menu and click Camera .
When the camera is started, the indicator is turned on in white, indicating that the camera is in use.
You also can use the integrated camera with other programs that provide features such as photographing,
video capturing, and video conferencing. To use the integrated camera with other programs, open one of the
programs and start the photographing, video capturing, or video conferencing function. Then, the camera
starts automatically and the green camera status indicator turns on. For more information about using the
camera with a program, see the help information system of the program.
Using a media card
Your computer has one media-card slot.
The media-card slot supports the following types of cards:
Note: Your computer does not support the content protection for recordable media (CPRM) feature for the
SD card.
• Secure Digital (SD) card
• Secure Digital eXtended-Capacity (SDXC) card
• Secure Digital High-Capacity (SDHC) card
Attention: While transferring data to or from a media card, such as an SD card, do not put your computer
into sleep or hibernation mode before the data transfer is completed. Otherwise, your data could get
damaged.
Installing a media card
To install a media card, do the following:
1. Locate the appropriate type of slot for your card. See “Computer controls, connectors, and indicators”
on page 1.
2. Ensure that the metal contacts are facing down and toward the card slot.
3. Press the card firmly into the card slot.
If the plug-and-play feature is not enabled, do the following:
1. Go to Control Panel.
Chapter 2
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Using your computer
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