HP TouchSmart Dev Zone - Windows Vista & 7

HP TouchSmart Upgrade Reference and Advisor

Shuk — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 22:59:18 GMT

HP TouchSmart PCs, both of the desktop and notebook varieties, have come a long way from their inital debut. Today we currently have a wide variety of TouchSmart models running various operating systems and sporting numerous capabilities thanks to market demand and a varied customer base. With the release of Microsoft's Windows 7 operating system, many of us want to upgrade our TouchSmarts for various reasons, like improving overall system performance or developing touch centric software for TouchSmart suite. To aid in your upgrade endeavors, below you'll find a handy chart to help you understand the upgrade possibilities for your TouchSmart PC. Click the chart below to view in full size

How to make Ubuntu Linux work on a TouchSmart IQ506

DamienMtl — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 19:41:13 GMT

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Press Release: HP Announces HP TouchSmart Software Development Programs

Community Headlines — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:58:12 GMT

HP today announced the HP TouchSmart software development programs that allow software developers to create consumer and commercial applications for HP TouchSmart PCs and touch-enabled digital signage displays. The programs are designed to significantly increase the utility of TouchSmart products for consumers and businesses. “HP TouchSmart development programs allow developers to uncover new market opportunities while users can discover a whole new world of possibilities on their touch products,” said James Taylor, director, Experience Marketing, Personal Systems Group, HP. “HP’s unique multitouch user interface, combined with native applications, provide the most advanced software platform for touch-enabled PCs and digital signage.” HP connects with developers at TouchSmart DevZone Developers looking to create applications for consumer TouchSmart PCs can visit the TouchSmart DevZone at www.touchsmartdevzone.com to download the HP TouchSmart software development kit free of charge. The kit includes a complete set of code samples, documentation and application programming interfaces that make creating applications for HP TouchSmart products easy and fast. DevZone also has the latest TouchSmart news and allows developers to connect with each other to discuss their solutions, share tips and exchange information. HP has been working closely with companies including Hulu, Netflix, Pandora, Rhapsody and Twitter to create built-for-touch...

How To Install Linux on HP TouchSmart tx2-1250

geomaticien — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 16:41:06 GMT

Warning for newbies: To install Linux, you usually just need to download it, burn a DVD, boot the DVD, and follow the instructions . Most Linux distributions will ask you what to do about your existing Windows partition and propose a dual boot. It take less than half an hour, but this does not apply to the tx2. So, this article explains how to use touch, the stylus, OpenGL, wireless, and the remote control under Linux (OpenSUSE distribution, but this applies to other ones, too). OpenSuSE OpenSuSE 11.2 All the issues reported below for 11.1 should have been fixed in 11.2, BUT WAS NOT !!! If you are experienced enough with Linux, you can use the following as a guideline, BUT if you aren't a Linux expert, your chances to get it work is almost equal to zero ... ;-/ Sorry ... OpenSuSE 11.1 There is some issues with proprietary drivers for three components : N-trig touchscreen, ATI driver, and Broadcom wireles driver. Touchscreen N-trig driver The touchscreen need an up-to-date version of a kernel module: "hid-ntrig.c". No pre-compiled kernel can fit (See this bug ). So you must compile it as a kernel module. install a very recent kernel...

6 Reasons Why The TouchSmart IQ500 Series Is A Great "Kitchen" Computer

Peter Redmer — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 19:47:50 GMT

When I first saw the TouchSmart, the one thing that really struck me about it was its sleek, glossy black exterior and solid feel. I'm a big fan of dark colors and the TouchSmart is dressed to kill, as far as I'm concerned! So, my first instinct was to put the TouchSmart in my kitchen, to accent my shiny black appliances, and it really blends with the overall look. What I didn't realize, though, was how well it would *function* in the kitchen, too!. If you're looking for some reasons why the TouchSmart IQ500 series machines will fit perfectly into your busy kitchen, then read on! Reason #1: The HP TouchSmart IQ500 Just Looks Great As I just mentioned, the TouchSmart IQ500 machine just looks great. Rather than looking like a big, white, ugly box - it's sleek, shiny black exterior makes it look like a high end appliance. This means it will accent your kitchen area and blend right in, rather than standing out like most computers would. Reason #2: It Makes a Great Family "Hub" I think that we've all found that the kitchen is often the meeting place for families or couples, the place where during a...

Using Windows Media Player 11

pardizzone — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 16:47:00 GMT

Windows Media Player is a media player for all your digital media (audio, photos and video) for computers running Windows XP and Vista. It is available as a downloadable application for Windows XP directly from Microsoft or via Windows Update and ships with Windows Vista as its default player. It is also available on Pocket PC and Windows mobile based devices.

Setting Up Speakers and Sound

HP — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 20:32:18 GMT

Your HP TouchSmart PC supports the following speaker options: Built-in analog stereo speakers (default) Analog 2.0 or 2.1 powered speakers Digital 3.1, 4.1, or 5.1 powered speakers Audio receiver NOTE: When connecting external speakers use powered speakers - speakers that plug into a power outlet. When the Audio line in connector is being used, the output to the internal speakers, the Audio line out connector, and the headphones connector are affected. For example, if you are playing sound through your internal speakers and then you connect an MP3 device through your Audio line in connector, you will hear both sounds. Connecting analog speakers For 2.0 powered speakers, connect the speaker cable to the Audio line out connector on the back of the computer behind the connector cover. For 2.1 powered speakers, connect the Audio line out connector on the back of the computer behind the connector cover to the subwoofer, and then connect the left and right speakers to the subwoofer. Turn on the computer and then the speaker system. If necessary, refer to the documentation that came with your speakers. NOTE: The internal speakers are muted when headphones are connected,. Connecting and Enabling digital speakers or an audio receiver...

TV Tuner Setup for the TouchSmart IQ500 (select models only)

HP — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 20:32:15 GMT

If your TouchSmart PC came with a TV tuner, you can watch and record your favorite TV programs using Windows Media Center. All menus in Windows Media Center can be used by touch, remote control, keyboard, or mouse. To watch and record TV programs on your HP TouchSmart PC: Connect the TV signal source . Set up your computer for use with a set-top box (optional) Complete the Windows Media Center setup screens Connecting the TV signal source To connect a TV signal to the computer, your computer needs a TV tuner, which is included with select models only. You also may need to purchase some cables separately. To prevent damage by power surges, use a TV tuner isolator (adapter) (purchased separately) to connect a coaxial cable to the TV signal source. Using the TV tuner adapter helps prevent personal injury and computer damage from surges on the coaxial line caused by lightning. To connect the TV signal source to your HP TouchSmart PC: Connect the coaxial cable from your TV antenna or TV cable provider to the TV In (NTSC/ATSC) (A) connector located on the back of the computer behind the connector cover. Or Connect an S-Video cable to...