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 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.
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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