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Toshiba MEGF10S MP3 Player User Manual

1. F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed Used in combination with the Fn key function keys marked with icons execute specific functions on the computer For example Fn F9 turns off the TouchPad For more information see Fn esse on page 237 or Hot Keys on page 283 Learning the Basics 89 Using the keyboard Windows special keys Start key A RE E Application key Sample Windows special keys Your computer s keyboard has two keys that have special functions in Windows Start key Opens the Start menu Application key Has the same function as the secondary mouse button Overlay keys 3 Sample numeric and cursor control overlay The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the 10 key keypad on a desktop computer s keyboard 90 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Using the overlay to type numeric data To turn the numeric overlay on press Fn and F11 simultaneously The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on You can still use the overlay keys to type alphabetic characters while the numeric overlay is on To do so For lowercase letters hold down Fn while you type the letters For uppercase lett
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3. 19 Approved Countries Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries regions in the following table CAUTION Do not use this equipment except in the countries regions in the following table Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Hong Kong Iceland Ireland Italy Japan Liechtenstein Luxembourg Malaysia Netherlands New Zealand Norway Philippines Portugal Singapore Spain Sweden Switzerland Thailand UK USA Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Bluetooth Cards from TOSHIBA are designed to be interoperable with any product with Bluetooth wireless technology that is based on Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum FHSS radio technology and is compliant to Bluetooth Specification as defined and approved by The Bluetooth Special Interest Group Logo certification with Bluetooth wireless technology as defined by The Bluetooth Special interest Group 20 CAUTION Bluetooth wireless technology is a new innovative technology and TOSHIBA has not confirmed compatibility of its Bluetooth products with all PCs and or equipment using Bluetooth wireless technology other than TOSHIBA portable computers Always use Bluetooth cards from TOSHIBA in order to enable wireless networks over two or more up to a total of seven TOSHI
4. 1 8 Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Media Center Setup some stations may not come in clearly if the signal is not strong enough If you do not have a Set top box you may need to purchase a signal amplifier which may help boost and improve the cable signal Contact your service provider for the proper hardware recommendations There are two ways to connect your computer to a TV 1 2 Turn off the computer If your TV accepts component video inputs Connect the component video adapter cable included with your computer to the TV s component video input Connect the adapter cable to the D connector on the back of your computer If your TV accepts S video inputs Connect an S video cable not shipped with your computer from the TV s S video input connection to the S video Out connector on the back of your computer Connect an audio cable not shipped with your computer or system from the TV s audio connection to the headphone jack on the right side of your computer Turn on the TV then turn on the computer To send the display signal to the TV press the Instant TV Out button which is the furthest right button of the Media control buttons of er82 36s tton Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 1 19 Media Center Setup Connecting the TV Signal Source When You Have an Existing Setup This section describes how to connect the signal source
5. Adjusting the quality of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your television or other video display device you may need to adjust the video settings See the video device documentation for additional configuration steps TECHNICAL NOTE To use one of the simultaneous modes you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device The external display device must support a resolution of 640 X 480 or higher Z Connecting External AV Input Devices Your computer provides ports for connecting the following AV input devices A Set top box or standard television antenna via the coaxial Antenna In port VCR DVD player and game console devices via the S video In port or the Composite In port 80 Getting Started Connecting External AV Input Devices Connecting a Set top box or standard TV antenna You can watch standard television by connecting a Set top box or antenna to the Antenna In port on your computer To do this 1 Connect the television Set top box or antenna to the coaxial adapter cable 2 Connect the coaxial adapter cable to the coaxial Antenna In port on the back of your computer 3 Turn on your computer Connecting to the S video In port You can connect an external input device such as a VCR DVD player or game console to the S video In port on the back of your computer NOTE Video cables
6. Connecting an optional external diskette drive Some operations such as creating a password service diskette require a diskette drive designed for use with 3 5 inch diskettes Sample optional external USB diskette drive To connect an optional external USB diskette drive connect the cable to one of the USB ports T 4 Getting Started Connecting external display devices Sample connecting an optional external USB diskette drive Connecting external display devices Your computer comes with a built in LCD display but you can also connect the following types of external display devices to the video ports described below A plasma or digital television or VCR DVD player via the Component Video Out port A standard television projector or VCR DVD player via the S video Out port An external monitor or projector via the RGB monitor Out port Before connecting a television video projector monitor or other external display device configure your computer for the type of device you are connecting To do this refer to the documentation for your operating system and the device Getting Started 15 Connecting external display devices snout e z YJ k Sample back of system Connecting the display device If you are connecting a television or other video display device to the computer s Component Video Out port first refer to Selecting video cables below for guidelines
7. CAUTION The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population consult Safety Code 6 obtainable from Health Canada s Web site www hc sc gc ca rpb The RF device shall not be co located with any other transmitter that has not been tested with this device 9 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device L utilisation de ce dispositif est autoris e seulement aux conditions suivantes 1 il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et 2 l utilisateur du dispositif doit tre pr t accepter tout brouillage radio lectrique re u m me si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif The term IC before the equipment certification number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding Equipment or its transmit antenna that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing Pour empecher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l objet d une licence il doit etre utilize a l interieur et devrait etre place
8. Connectivity Doctor seeen 293 Search for Wireless Devices c e 296 Profile Settings ccn 298 Quick Connect 300 Using the Automatic Switch 303 Semi Automatic Switch Feature eee 304 GIOSSANY eeeecscscsceseescsscsescescssessscssssesssstseesssstsessessteetsnsneteeee 305 Introduction Welcome to the world of powerful portable multimedia computing With your Toshiba notebook computer your work and entertainment can accompany you wherever you go Qosmio F15 Series computers provide considerable computing power enabling you to perform the most demanding computing tasks from any location You will find your operating system Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition MCE already installed on your computer Your operating system offers exciting features multimedia enjoyment and easy Internet access 3 38 Introduction This guide NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are designed for a product Series Your particular model may not have all the features and specifications listed or illustrated For more detailed information about the features and specifications on your particular model please visit Toshiba s Web site at pcsupport toshiba com While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein product specifications configurations prices system component options availability are all subject to
9. Playing CDs using Auto Run If you insert a CD into the DVD ROM multi function drive and the Auto Run feature does not automatically start your disk try launching the CD manually To do this follow these Steps 1 Open the Start menu and select My Computer 2 Click the DVD ROM multi function drive icon The drive runs the CD If your disk does not run using this method try using an application that is associated with the media on the disk For example if it is a music CD open Windows Media Player and point it to play the CD For other types of media use the associated software to open the files on the disk Creating a CD or DVD Your computer may come with a multi function drive that allows you to Play pre recorded DVDs Play pre recorded CDs Read and write files depending on your system configuration and music files to CD Recordable CD R and CD Rewritable CD RW discs and read and write DVD R RW DVD RAM and DVD R RW discs 1 06 Learning the Basics Using the DVD ROM or multi function drive NOTE Copy protection technology included in certain media may prevent or limit recording or viewing of the media For details on how to use the software please refer to the respective Online Help menus Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD CDs and DVDs contain files just like the hard disk CDs are often used to install software or store files that require lots of space such as photographs and large presentat
10. QOsmIO F45 Series Users Guide If you need assistance Toshiba Global Support Centre Calling within the United States 800 457 7777 Calling from outside the United States 949 859 4273 For more information see If Something Goes Wrong on page 254 in this guide PMAD00016010 09 04 NO WARNING Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Models Qosmio F15 Series ReWritable CD DVD Drives The computer system you purchased may include a ReWritable CD and or DVD drive s among the most advanced data storage technologies available As with any new technology you must read and follow all set up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and or manuals enclosed If you fail to do so this product may not function properly and you may lose data or suffer other damage TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS TOSHIBA ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF ANY BUSINESS PROFITS PROGRAMS DATA OR REMOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF Protection of Stored Data For your important data please make period
11. The indication shown below appears on this equipment 1 2 3 2 4FH1 CIT 4 2 4 This equipment uses a frequency of 2 4 GHz FH This equipment uses FH SS modulation The interference range of this equipment is less than 10m CG N This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2 400 MHz to 2 483 5 MHz It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems 3 TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday Friday 10 00 17 00 Toll Free Tel 0120 13 1100 Direct Dial 03 3457 5916 Fax 03 5444 9450 Device Authorization This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law of Japan The Name of the radio equipment EY XF2CS TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approval Number 01 NYDA1305 The following restrictions apply Do not disassemble or modify the device Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device 20 DVD ROM multi function drive safety instructions The DVD ROM and multi function drives employ a laser system To ensure proper use of this product please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference Should the unit ever require maintenance contact an authorized service location Use of controls adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazard
12. To ensure that the battery charges to its full capacity wait until it reaches room temperature The battery is almost completely discharged Leave the power connected and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal real time clock RTC battery The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to store your computer s configuration settings When fully charged it maintains this information for up to a month when the computer is powered off Mobile Computing 1 23 Charging the batteries The RTC battery may have become completely discharged while your computer was shipped resulting in the following error message during startup BAD RTC BATTERY BAD CHECKSUM CMOS CHECK SYSTEM NOTE The above error message may vary by computer model The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off even when the AC adapter is charging the computer If the RTC battery is low the real time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working NOTE It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC battery because it charges while the computer is on If the RTC battery is low the real time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working When Hibernation mode is enabled and the RTC battery is completely discharged a warning prompts you to reset the real time clock The computer
13. a collection of interlinked documents located on computers connected to the Internet that work together using a specific Internet protocol called Hypertext Transfer Protocol HTTP The World Wide Web offers information as text images audio or video to be referenced from anywhere in the world Special programs called Web browsers are specifically designed to work with HTTP They make it easier to connect to a particular network address and send and receive information Internet Service Providers To connect a computer directly to the Internet many people and businesses use an Internet Service Provider ISP An ISP is acompany that has the equipment and the telecommunication lines necessary to maintain an Internet connection You can connect to the Internet by using a telephone and modem or through other higher speed communication methods such as Digital Subscriber Lines DSL cable and satellite links Exploring Your Options 1 49 An overview of using the Internet Connecting to the Internet To connect to the Internet you need A modem and telephone line or a LAN connection A Web browser An Internet Service Provider ISP account The Microsoft Web browser Internet Explorer is automatically configured on your system so that when you first start it it guides you through signing up for a new ISP account or assists you in setting up your computer to work with your existing ISP Once you have estab
14. Click on the Toshiba Power Saver icon Select an appropriate profile for your work environment or create your own custom profile 4 For more information see Power Saver on page 243 Using a hot key to set the power profile You may use a hot key to set the power profile To set the power profile 1 Press Fn and F2 simultaneously to display the power profile pop up window Full Power Sample Power Profile mode pop up window Mobile Computing 1 29 Changing the main battery 2 While continuing to press Fn press F2 until you select the desired power profile The power profile options are Full Power High Power Normal DVD Playback Presentation and Long Life 3 Release the Fn key The pop up window disappears You are now in the selected mode For more information on setting the battery power profile see Power Saver on page 243 Changing the main battery When your battery power is running low you have two options connect the computer to an AC power source or install a charged battery AuTIoNn When handling a battery be careful not to drop it or short circuit its terminals Also do not drop hit or otherwise impact the battery Do not scratch or break the casing and do not twist or bend the battery pack Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in standby mode Data in memory will be lost CAUTION l your battery discharges fully your information will
15. Eject button Manual eject hole Sample DVD ROM drive shown Drive in use indicator light Indicates when the drive is in use Eject button Press to release the disc tray CAUTION Never press the eject button or turn off the computer while the drive in use indicator light is glowing Doing so could damage the disc or the drive Manual eject hole Use if you need to release the disc tray when the power is off Use a straightened paper clip or other narrow object to press the manual eject button located inside the hole CAUTION Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it Instead use a slim object such as a straightened paper clip 1 00 Learning the Basics Using the DVD ROM or multi function drive Media control buttons The control buttons above the computer keyboard let you play audio CDs when the computer is on You can also use them to play CDs and DVDs when the computer is off using the QosmioPlayer application For more information on playing CDs and DVDs when the computer is powered off see Using QosmioPlayer on page 160 Play Stop Next Brightness Pause Eject track D Monitor Previous In Record DVD track TV TV Out i E i E 0 gt O O Oo O O O A A A A Sample Media control buttons above the computer keyboard The TV button launches Windows Media Center and
16. Save pr L My Document Gaim Muse Eie Pictures CD 574N Inb Fie pane Document Sre m jpe Fich Te Fomai ATF Sample Save As dialog box Learning the Basics O5 Saving your work 2 Choose the drive and folder where you want your file to be stored 3 Type a file name then click Save HINT To make another copy of the file you are currently working with choose Save As from the File menu and give the new file a different name The Windows XP operating system supports file names of up to 255 characters the names can include spaces Some applications still require MS DOS file names File names If you plan to share your files with a computer using a pre Windows 95 version of the Windows operating system the file name must be no more than eight characters long Typically the file name also has an extension consisting of a period and up to three additional characters You may use all the letters and numbers on the keyboard plus these characters amp and MS DOS file names are not case sensitive and must not contain spaces Using a file extension Most programs assign an extension to the file name that identifies the file as being created in the program with a particular format For example Microsoft Word saves files with a doc extension Any file name with an extension of doc is assumed to be a Microsoft Word file Creating your own extension is usually unwise
17. contact your network administrator If your computer still does not operate refer to If you need further assistance on page 2 9 for additional technical assistance Keeping yourself comfortable Strain and stress injuries are becoming more common as people spend more time using their computers However with a little care and the proper use of the equipment you can work comfortably throughout the day AWARNING Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may result in discomfort and possible injury If your hands wrists and or arms bother you while typing stop using the computer and rest If the discomfort persists consult a physician 4 4 Getting Started Selecting a place to work This section provides hints on avoiding strain and stress injuries For more information consult books on ergonomics repetitive strain injury and repetitive stress syndrome Placement of the computer Proper placement of the computer and external devices is important to avoid stress related injuries Consider the following when placing your computer Place the computer on a flat surface at a comfortable height and distance You should be able to type without twisting your torso or neck and look at the screen without slouching If you use an external monitor the top of the screen should be no higher than eye level If you use a paper holder set it at the same height and distance as the screen Seating and posture W
18. digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions it may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help NOTE Only Peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be attached to this equipment Operation with noncompliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer s parallel port monitor port USB port PS 2 port i LINK port and microphone jack Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly app
19. from its physical drives For example a single hard disk drive may be partitioned into two or more logical drives megabyte MB A unit of data equal to 1 048 576 bytes 1024 x 1024 bytes See also bytes memory Typically refers to the computer s main memory where programs are run and data is temporarily stored and processed Memory can be volatile and hold data temporarily such as RAM or it can be nonvolatile and hold data permanently such as ROM A computer s main memory is RAM See RAM ROM microprocessor See central processing unit CPU MIDI Musical Instrument Digital Interface A standard for connecting musical instruments synthesizers and computers The MIDI standard provides a way of translating music into a form computers can use and vice versa modem Short for modulator demodulator A device that converts information from digital to analog and back to digital enabling information to pass back and forth between digital computers and analog telephone lines motherboard The main circuit board in the computer It contains the processor memory and other primary components MS DOS prompt See system prompt multi function drive A DVD drive that can read and write to CD and DVD media multimedia A combination of two or more media such as sound animation and video in a computer program or presentation Musical Instrument Digital Interface See MIDI network A collection of comput
20. on a diskette or hard disk It rotates the disk at high speed past one or more read write heads diskette A thin flexible disk in a protective jacket that stores magnetically encoded data Diskettes can be removed from the computer and come in two sizes 5 25 inch and 3 5 inch Your computer uses 3 5 inch diskettes See also double density diskette high density diskette document Any file created with an application and if saved to disk given a name by which it can be retrieved See also file double click To press the TouchPad control button or mouse button rapidly twice without moving the TouchPad or mouse In the Windows operating system this refers to the primary TouchPad control button or left mouse button unless otherwise stated double density diskette A 3 5 inch diskette that can hold up to 720 KB of information half the capacity of a high density diskette See also diskette high density diskette download 1 In communications to receive a file from another computer through a modem or network 2 To send font data from the computer to a printer See also upload drag To hold down the TouchPad control button or mouse button while moving the cursor to drag a selected object In the Windows operating system this refers to the primary TouchPad control button or left mouse button unless otherwise stated driver See device driver DVD An individual digital versatile or video disc See also DVD
21. power The QosmioPlayer is not a Windows based application Battery life is less than when using similar applications in the Windows Operating System NOTE Over a period of time and depending on the usage of the computer the brightness of the LCD Screen will deteriorate This is an intrinsic characteristic of LCD technology Screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery power and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen NOTE When playing DVDs using QosmioPlayer the computer must either be off or in Hibernation mode for QosmioPlayer to start If the computer is powered on or in Standby mode turn off the computer before trying to start QosmioPlayer Power management Your computer ships with the power management options preset to a configuration that will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes Mobile Computing 1 21 Charging the batteries CAUTION Changes to these settings may result in system performance or Stability issues Users who are not completely familiar with the power management component of the system should use the preset configuration For assistance with setup changes contact Toshiba s Global Support Centre Using additional batteries If you spend a lot of time traveling and need to work for many hours without an AC power source you may want to carry additional charged batter
22. 000000000 Sample locating the memory module slot cover 5 Remove the battery see Changing the main battery on page 129 6 Using a standard Phillips no 1 screwdriver unscrew the captive screw that secures the memory module slot cover then remove the memory module slot cover Sample removing the memory module slot cover 7 Place the memory module slot cover in a safe place so that you can retrieve it later Getting Started 65 Installing additional memory optional GAUTION Static electricity can damage the memory module Before you handle the module touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may have built up To avoid damaging the memory module be careful not to touch its gold connector bar on the side you insert into the computer 8 Remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging 9 Holding the memory module by its edges so that the gold connector bar faces the slot fit the memory module into the socket by matching the alignment notches 10 Gently press down on the memory module connector until the clips snap into place Do not force the memory module into position The memory module should be level when secured in place Sample inserting the memory module into the slot 66 Getting Started Installing additional memory optional The clips on either side of the memory module click to secure the memory module CAUTION Avoid touchin
23. 5 GHz channel limitations apply The user should use the wireless LAN utility to check the current channel of operation If operation is occurring outside of the allowable frequencies as listed above the user must cease operating the Wireless LAN at that location and consult the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network The 5 GHz Turbo mode feature is not allowed for operation in any European Community country o 1 This device must not be operated in ad hoc mode using channels in the 5 GHz bands in the European Community Ad hoc mode provides a direct communication between two client devices without a Wireless LAN Access Point This device must be used with Access Points that have employed and activated a radar detection feature required for European Community operation in the 5 GHz bands This device will operate under the control of the Access Point in order to avoid operating on a channel occupied by any radar system in the area The presence of nearby radar operation may result in temporary interruption of operation of this device The Access Point s radar detection feature will automatically restart operation on a channel free of radar You may consult with the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network to ensure the Access Point device s are properly configured for European Community operation Approved Countries Regions for use for the Atheros AR5001X Mini PCI W
24. Contact the software manufacturer for more information lf Something Goes Wrong al Develop good computing habits Modem problems This section lists common modem problems The modem will not receive or transmit properly Make sure the cable from the modem to the telephone line 1s firmly connected to the computer s modem port and the telephone line jack Check the port settings to make sure the hardware and software are referring to the same COM port Check the communications parameters baud rate parity data length and stop bits specified in the communications program It should be set up to transmit at 300 1200 2400 4800 9600 14400 28800 33600 bps bits per second or higher Refer to the program s documentation and the modem manual for information on how to change these settings The modem is on set up properly and still will not transmit or receive data Make sure the line has a dial tone Connect a telephone handset to the line to check this The other system may be busy or off line Try making a test transmission to someone else or check your modem settings Develop good computing habits Make sure you are prepared Save your work frequently You can never predict when your computer will lock forcing you to close a program and lose unsaved changes Many software programs build in an automatic backup but you should not rely solely on this feature Save your work See Computing tips on page
25. Fernando Toshiba Court Edificio Europa la Planta Weybridge Business Park Escalera A Addlestone Road 28831 Madrid San Fernando de Weybridge Surrey KT15 2UL Henares United Kingdom Spain United States The Rest of Europe Toshiba America Information Toshiba Europe I E GmbH Systems Inc Hammfelddamm 8 9740 Irvine Boulevard D 4 1460 Neuss Irvine California 92618 Germany United States For more information on additional Toshiba worldwide locations please visit www toshiba co jp index htm Appendix A Hot Keys Hot keys are keys that when pressed in combination with the Fn key turn system functions on and off Hot keys have a legend on or above the key indicating the option or feature the key controls Volume Mute Fn EM This hot key enables disables volume mute on your computer When volume mute is enabled no sound will come from the speakers or headphones Q 203 2 8 4 Hot Keys Instant password security Instant password security Fn This hot key blanks the display When the display re appears select your user name and enter the correct password if you have created one Power usage profile Fn e This hot key displays the power usage pop up window and cycles through the profiles The power usage profiles are Full Power High Power Normal DVD Playback Presentation and Long Life Qaae Full Power Sample power usage modes The properties of each mode a
26. Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 201 Watching Television Programs Use the arrow buttons to move through the list select a program and then press OK on the remote control Select the option and make the required changes 5 Press OK NOTE You can resolve recording conflicts on the Scheduled screen NOTE To return to the previous menu press Back on the remote or click the back arrow at the top of the screen Searching for a TV Program to Watch You can search the TV Guide to find a TV program that you want to watch by entering a title keyword or by selecting a category using your remote control To search for a TV show 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window Select My TV Select Search Select Category Title or Keyword Select Category Select a category for example News and drill down the programs listing Select Title Use the keys on your keyboard to enter a program title word and then press OK on the remote control Media Center displays the search results Select Keyword Use the keys on your keyboard to enter a descriptive word that would appear in a program title or 202 Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Recording TV program description and then press OK on the remote control Media Center displays the search results 5 Use the arrow buttons to scro
27. Media Center Edition 2005 1 93 Using Media Center Channel Page Control Changes the TV channel or moves a page up and down depending on the available options Mute Disables your computer s sound Press again to enable sound DVD Menu Opens the main menu on a DVD movie if available Live TV Takes you to the current point in a live TV program after pausing live TV Remote Control Button Groups Use your remote control to navigate all the Media Center windows Your remote control includes three major groups of controls Media record and playback The media record and playback buttons control the recording and playback of music DVD movies videos live TV programs and picture slide shows Navigation and direct access The navigation buttons move the cursor around to select desired action or window options much as a mouse does The other direct access buttons open specific windows within Media Center such as recorded TV programs the Television Program Guide a DVD main menu and live TV Audio and Video The audio and video buttons control sound and channel selection Direct Access Buttons The direct access buttons place Media Center in Recorded TV live TV TV program guide or the DVD menu mode Recorded TV launches Media Center into Recorded TV mode when the computer is powered off or in Hibernation mode Use this mode to watch recorded TV 1 OA Getting to Know the Windows
28. OK to display your pictures automatically If you do not select the pictures you want to view as a slide show Media Center uses the first folder listed If you have picture files that are not stored in folders you created Media Center plays all files stored in the My Pictures folder Sorting your Pictures To organize your pictures by date or by name 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window Select My Pictures Select Sort by Date or select Sort by Name Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 2 QO Watching Your Digital Movies Watching Your Digital Movies The My Videos window in the Media Center makes it easy to play home video files you created or video files you downloaded from the Internet T 9 56 AM MediaCenter Ej a y D Y D Online Spotlight My Videos 5 ae My Pictures MI Yy T W Sample Media Center main screen In My Videos you can Browse through and play back all of your digital video files using the remote control or the keyboard and mouse Sort videos by name or date View your videos in full screen mode or from an inset window in Media Center Organizing Your Videos When you attach a digital video camera to your computer Windows asks you how you want to capture your video You can choose from various software programs to capture and then edit your video file Most pro
29. Using a microphone To record high quality sounds you can use the internal microphone or attach an external microphone U 1 Connect an external microphone to the computer by locating the microphone jack near the front of the right side of the computer 2 Plug the microphone cord into the jack 3 Turn on the microphone NOTE You may use the built in microphone located on the front of your computer 4 Click Start point to All Programs Accessories Entertainment then click Sound Recorder Sound Sound Recorder E lea File Edit Effects Help Position Lenath 0 00 sec 0 00 sec Positioning bar Skip backward Sample Sound Recorder screen 5 Click the Record button 6 Speak normally into the microphone 7 When you have finished recording click the Stop button Exploring Your Options 1 53 Exploring audio features The Sound Recorder window displays the new sound file as a waveform NOTE sound Recorder can only record 60 seconds at a time 8 To hear what you just recorded click the Play button 9 To save the file select Save from the File menu Adjusting recording quality The better the quality of the recording the more disk space the sound file requires Experiment to find a balance that fits your needs 1 Open Sound Recorder if necessary Click Start point to All Programs Accessories Entertainment then click Sound Recorder 2 Inthe Sound Recorder windo
30. and organized files in Windows Media Player Library you can browse through your music files in the My Music window You can search for music files by album title artist playlist song title or music genre You can also use the search feature to quickly find a specific song album or artist To find a music file 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window 2 Select My Music 3 Select Albums Artists Playlists View Songs or Genres to display a list of all items in that category In these windows you will have other options depending on the category you select Or Select Search Use the keys on your keyboard to enter a descriptive word song title or artist name Media Center displays a list of all the titles that match your entry Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 2 3 Listening to Music 4 Use the arrow keys to select a music file press OK on the remote and then press Play on the remote control to begin playing that music file NOTE If you back up music files from a CD using Windows Media Player you must log the files into the Media Player s play list before you can play them using the Media Center To log the files into the play list open Windows Media Player press F3 and log the files in the Add to Library by Searching Computer dialog box For more information see Adding Music from Your Hard Drive to Wind
31. are not included with your computer To connect a device to the S video In port you will need to purchase an S video cable To connect the device 1 Connect one end of the video cable to the external video device Refer to the documentation provided with the device for the location of its Video Out port 2 Connect the other end of the video cable to the S video In port on the back of the computer 3 Turn on the external video device Getting Started ST Turning off the computer Connecting to the Composite In port The Composite In port provides another way to connect a VCR DVD player or game console to your computer To do this 1 Connect the external device s video cable to the Composite In port on the back of the computer 2 Connect the device s power cable to a live electrical outlet Turn on your computer Turn on the external device Turning off the computer It is a good idea to turn off your computer when you are not using it for a while If you are using the computer for the first time leave the computer plugged into a power source even though the computer is off to fully charge the main battery With the computer off it may take several hours to recharge the main battery When you power down the computer you have three options to choose from Turn Off Hibernate and Standby Each option has its advantages Use the Turn Off command if you are using the Windows XP Media Center Ed
32. at night You can use the Auto Power On option to set 1 1 0 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer the computer to turn on and send or receive the files while you are asleep I TECHNICAL NOTES Before using any of these options to L power down your computer save your files and make sure the AA disk activity lights are off If you change your mind and decide to continue working after all wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again Using the Turn off command The following procedures describe how to turn off the computer when it is running the Windows XP Media Center Edition operating system If your computer is not connected to a domain server 1 Click Start select Turn off computer The Turn off computer dialog box appears Turn off computer ESS g Stand By Cancel Sample Turn off computer Windows dialog box 2 Click Turn Off The computer shuts down completely Learning the Basics T Powering down the computer NOTE Holding the Shift key while the Turn Off computer Windows dialog box is open changes the Stand By button to hibernate For more information about setting up hibernation refer to Using Hibernation Mode on page 112 Turning off more quickly You can also turn off the computer by pressing the power button To use either of these methods you first need to turn it on in Toshiba s Power Saver utility 1 Open the Start
33. be lost Be sure to save your work often 13 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Removing the battery from the computer 1 nan AeA UO N Save your work Turn off the computer Remove all cables connected to the computer Turn the computer over If the battery lock is in the locked position slide it toward the unlocked position Sample sliding the battery lock to the unlocked position 6 Slide and hold down the battery release latch Sample sliding the battery release latch Mobile Computing 1 37 Changing the main battery 7 While holding the battery release latch pull the discharged battery out from the back of the computer Sample removing the discharged battery pack AWARNING the battery is leaking or its case is cracked put on protective gloves to handle it and discard it immediately following the advice in Disposing of used batteries on page 135 Inserting the battery into the computer Assuming you just removed the battery pack see Removing the battery from the computer on page 130 1 Place the battery pack in the battery compartment 13 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Sample inserting a new battery pack nan AeA UO N If the battery does not slide into the slot easily move the battery release lock to the unlocked position and try again Do not force the battery into position Ensure the battery release latch clicks into
34. change without notice For the most up to date product information about your computer or to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options visit Toshiba s Web Site at pcsupport toshiba com This guide This guide introduces the computer s features You can gt hS Read the entire guide from beginning to end Skim through and stop when a topic interests you Use the table of contents and the index to find specific information If you are new to computers or have not used a notebook computer before read through the first couple of chapters to familiarize yourself with the components of the computer and how to turn it on After that seek out whatever interests you most Introduction 3 Safety icons CO Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries damage to your equipment or loss of data These safety cautions have been classified according to the seriousness of the risk and the icons highlight these instructions as follows Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury AWARIE Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury A CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in min
35. control all QosmioPlayer windows Control the DVD or live TV display The remote control can send a strong signal to the remote sensor from within a range of about 26 feet and from an angle of about 45 degrees 1 68 Exploring Your Options Using QosmioPlayer Remote Control Buttons Overview Power Stop Record Functional Pause only with MCE Play Rewind Forward Replay Skip More Functional only with MCE OK Button Back Arrows start Volume Channel Control Page Control Mute Recorded TV Functional C DVD Menu only with MCE RECORDED DVD TV GUIDE LIVE TV MENU Guide Functional only Live TV with MCE TOSHIBA Sample Remote Control Exploring Your Options 1 69 Using QosmioPlayer The remote control has the following buttons functions Power Turns the computer on and starts Windows if the computer is off or in Hibernation mode If the computer is running Windows or QosmioPlayer pressing Power turns off the computer Stop Stops the media currently playing Record Functional only with Media Center Edition Rewind Moves the media DVD or music backwards Replay Moves media DVD or music backwards Back Displays the previous window Arrows Moves the cursor to navigate within QosmioPlayer windows Volume Control Increases up arrow or decreases down arrow the volume Recorded TV Functional only with Media Center Edition Gu
36. data required by the device is stored in a specific place or address in memory called the Direct Memory Access DMA The DMA provides a dedicated channel for adapter cards to bypass the microprocessor and access memory directly If two or more devices use the same DMA the data required by one device overwrites the data required by the other causing a hardware conflict 262 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Resolving conflicts There are three things you can do to resolve hardware conflicts gt Disable the device For an older device remove it from the computer Disable another system component and use its resources for the new device see Fixing a problem with Device Manager on page 262 below Reconfigure the device so that its requirements do not conflict Refer to the device s documentation for instructions about changing settings on the device Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides a way to check and change the configuration of a device CAUTION Changing the default settings using Device Manager can cause other conflicts that make one or more devices unusable Device Manager is a configuration tool for advanced users who understand configuration parameters and the ramifications of changing them Disabling a device 1 Open the Start menu click Control Panel then Performance and Maintenance Click the Administrative Tools icon Clic
37. disable a wireless device If you close ConfigFree Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer 303 Using the Automatic Switch Using the Automatic Switch The Automatic Switch feature allows the computer to automatically switch profiles the next time it is powered on This feature is particularly useful if you want your computer to automatically switch from the network configuration you use in your office to the one you use at home The Auto Switch feature contains options for automatically switching between wired and wireless devices With these options the computer automatically switches to a wireless LAN network when the cable of the wired LAN network is removed from the computer When the cable is reconnected the connection to the wired LAN is re established To use the Automatic Switch feature Right click the icon in the system tray Click Auto Switch The Auto Switch dialog box appears Check Enable Wireless when cable disconnect occurs Click OK Ae U N m NOTE If your computer is connected to multiple wireless LAN devices the Auto Switch SSID feature is disabled To enable this feature only one wireless LAN device can be used 30 4 Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer Semi Automatic Switch Feature Semi Automatic Switch Feature The Semi Automatic feature alerts you when the computer connects to a Service Set Identifier SSID stored in a profile When the computer connects to
38. end through the loop W 3 _ Insert the cable s locking end into the security lock slot on the computer then give the key a quarter turn and remove it The computer is now securely locked Sample locking the computer Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic features Computing tips Save your work frequently Your work stays in the computer s temporary memory until you save it to the disk If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect or your battery runs out of charge while you are working you will lose all work since you last saved See Saving your work on page 94 for further information para HINT Some programs have an automatic save feature that can es be activated This feature saves your file to the hard disk at ASLA preset intervals See your software documentation for details OV 36 Learning the Basics Computing tips gt gt Back up your files to disks or other removable media on a regular basis Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place If your hard disk suddenly fails you may lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy Use Error checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to conserve disk space and improve performance Scan all new files for viruses This precaution is especially imp
39. from the wall to a VCR DVD player to a TV using two coaxial cables not shipped with your computer or system 1 Remove the coaxial cable from the VCR DVD player input and connect it to the input of a coaxial cable signal splitter not shipped with your computer or system 2 Connect two coaxial cables to the splitter outputs 3 Connect one of the coaxial cables to the VCR DVD player input and the other end to coaxial adapter cable included with your computer Connect the adapter cable to the Antenna In port on the back of the computer NOTE To connect your computer to a TV you need an S video cable not included with your computer or system Connecting a VCR DVD player or Set Top Box to the Computer There are three different ways you can connect a VCR DVD player or Set Top box to the computer Connect the AV Composite cable not included from the VCR DVD player or Set top box to the Composite Video Audio adapter cable included with your computer Connect the adapter cable to the RGB monitor port on the back of the computer Connect a coaxial cable from the VCR DVD player or Set top box to the coaxial adapter cable included with your computer Connect the adapter cable to the Antenna In port on the back of the computer For those VCR DVD players or Set top boxes that support S video out connect an S video cable from the 1 80 Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Media Center Setu
40. gently on the center of the tray until it clicks into place You are ready to use the disc Playing an audio CD Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray If the computer is turned on Windows Media Player opens and the CD begins to play You can use the Windows Media Player program to control the CD If the computer is off you can press the CD DVD button to play the CD using QosmioPlayer refer to Using QosmioPlayer on page 160 for more information 1 0 4 Learning the Basics Using the DVD ROM or multi function drive To access the Windows Media Player you can open it through the Start menu or activate it from the taskbar NOTE When using Windows Media Player your system may not be able to activate Standby or Hibernation modes To prevent this from occurring close Windows Media Player before you select standby or Hibernation mode Rewind Play Fast forward Stop Previous track Next track Mute Sample Windows Media Player screen Volume control The CD Player control panel works much like an ordinary compact disc player gt To play the CD or to pause click the Play pause button on the CD Player control panel Learning the Basics 1 05 Using the DVD ROM or multi function drive To stop the CD click the Stop button A CAUTION Before using headphones to listen to an audio CD turn the volume dial down Playing the CD with the volume set too high could damage your ears
41. keyboard turn off the computer immediately Leave the computer turned off overnight to let it dry out before you use it again Never turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a drive is active Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk may damage the disk the drive or both Keep the computer and disks away from objects that generate strong magnetic fields such as large stereo speakers 4 8 Getting Started Selecting a place to work Information on disks is stored magnetically Placing a magnet too close to a disk can erase important files Scan all new files for viruses This precaution is especially important for files you receive via email or download from the Internet Occasionally even new programs you buy from a supplier may contain a computer virus You will need a special program to check for viruses Ask your dealer to help you Important information on your computer s cooling fan Your computer may have a CPU cooling fan that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer The cooling fan may be located on the bottom of the computer CAUTION 10 prevent possible overheating of the CPU make sure the air intake on the cooling fan is not blocked The fan draws in air by creating a vacuum If the fan is blocked it could cause the CPU to run at a lower performance level or cause the computer to shut down Loose items such as notebook and tissue paper plastic wra
42. left off Select Restart to begin playing the DVD at the beginning Select Tithe Menu to go to the DVD main menu if available Select DVD Languages to change the language for the DVD soundtrack subtitles and menu Select Eject to open the disc tray Playing a DVD movie already in your drive If you already have a DVD movie in your drive but you have been doing other things in Media Center or in other programs from your desktop you can play the DVD by 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window 2 Select Play DVD The DVD movie begins playing in full screen mode 224 Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Changing the Media Center Settings Changing the Media Center Settings In the Media Center Settings window you can change settings for watching television for viewing your pictures and slide shows and for controlling sound and the display of all the Media Center windows i jMramM Settings H Sample Media Center Settings screen The following section describes some of the more common settings that a user might want to change For specific information about settings not covered in this section please see Windows Media Center Help available at the top of any Media Center screen Changing General Settings General settings affect each user s experience in Media Center and can be changed only by the adm
43. list of category links appear Click the Fixing a hardware problem Choose from specific topics and follow the steps If there is still a problem the operating system should display a message that explains what the conflict 1s lf Something Goes Wrong 261 Resolving a hardware conflict A plan of action The smooth operation of the system depends on the interaction of all devices programs and features If the system or one of its attached devices is not working resolving the problem can be time consuming and frustrating The recommended procedure for getting multiple devices to work together is to add and set up one device at a time After you add each device test it to make sure it and all previously connected devices work The device most recently connected to the system is the one most likely to be causing a hardware conflict Resolving hardware conflicts on your own Computer components need resources to accomplish a task A device such as a disk drive or a modem needs a channel to the computer s Central Processing Unit CPU It also needs a direct channel to the computer s memory to store information as it works These channels of communication are commonly referred to as system resources Interrupt Request Channel The channel to the CPU is called an Interrupt Request IRQ because it interrupts what the processor is doing and requests some of the processor s time Direct Memory Access Similarly the
44. loin des fenetres afin de Fournier un ecram de blindage maximal Si le matriel ou son antenne d emission est installe a l exterieur il doit faire l objet d une licence CAUTION This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5 15 GHz to 5 25 GHz frequency range Industry Canada requires this product to be used indoors for frequency range 5 15 GHz to 5 25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co channel Mobile Satellite systems High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5 25 GHz to 5 35 GHz and 5 65 GHz to 5 85 GHz bands These radar stations can cause interference with and or damage this device Europe EU Declaration of Conformity C This device complies with the essential requirements of the R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC with essential test suites as per standards EN 60950 Safety of Information Technology equipment ETS 300 328 Technical requirements for radio equipment ETS 300 826 General EMC requirements for radio equipment Hereby TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company declares that this Radio LAN device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 S EC 10 Valmistaja TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company vakuuttaa t ten ett Radio LAN device tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999 5 EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sit koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen Hierbij verklaart TOSH
45. on your own 261 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 262 Memory problems cccecseeeeeeesseeeeeens 264 Power and the batteries nccc 265 Keyboard probleMs ccccesssesseeeeeseeeen 266 Display problems ncccsscr 26 Disk drive PrODlEMS cece eeeeeeeseeeeeeees 269 DVD ROM or multi function drive problems 271 Sound system problems ccce 212 PC Card problemMS cee 213 Printer problems cccecceecseesceseeesesseneeeeens 2 6 Modem problems ccccccesseseeeseesseeeeeeen 211 Develop good computing habits ee 211 If you need further assistance 219 Before you tall ccecce 219 36 Contents Contacting Toshiba wu ccc cece eseeeeeeees 280 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 0 281 Toshiba s worldwide offices 201 Appendix A Hot KeYS 0ccccccscsscssssesssscsssseeeneeeen 203 Volume Mute ccce 283 Instant password security 284 Power usage profile eccerre 204 Stand BY MOE oscene 285 Hibernation mode nsec 286 Display modes ccein 20 Enabling a wireless device eerren 200 Dispiay DrONTNGSS scora 200 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad cecce 209 Keyboard hot KeYS ou cecccessseeeeeceesseeeeeeeesseeees 289 Appendix B Power Cord Cable Connectors 290 Appendix C Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba COMPUTED cece eeeeee 291 Getting Started 292 Starting ConfigFree eneen 292 ConfigFree Utilities oo ccesesceseeesesseeeeees 293
46. or video file For music Previous moves to the previous track 1 OG Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Watching Television Programs For DVDs Previous moves to the previous chapter For videos and live TV and videos Previous moves back seven seconds Using the Media Center Remote Control To begin using your remote control 1 Point the remote control at the remote sensor The remote sensor should be located near your monitor or in a convenient place Make sure there is nothing blocking the path between your remote control and the remote sensor 2 Press the Start button to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window 3 Use the arrow keys on the remote control to select an item and then press OK to select an option and begin using the Media Center 4 Press Back to return to the previous screen Watching Television Programs NOTE Before you can watch TV using Media Center make sure your computer is set up correctly for your TV signal source and that you have completed the Media Center setup wizard note Ihe TV Tuner will function only in the country where the computer was purchased Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 1 O Watching Television Programs T 26 AM MediaCenter F My Videos My Pictures My TV My Music More Programs Sample Media Center main window My TV In My TV you can Search for TV shows to
47. place Slide the battery release lock to the locked position Turn the computer right side up Reconnect the cables and turn on the computer The battery pack has been designed so that you cannot install it with reverse polarity Mobile Computing 1 33 Taking care of your battery Taking care of your battery The following sections offer tips on how to take care of your battery and prolong its life Safety precautions If the battery pack produces an odor overheats or changes color or shape while it is being used or charged turn off the computer s power immediately and disconnect the power cord from the power socket Carefully remove the battery pack from the computer Do not try to disassemble a battery pack Do not overcharge or reverse charge a battery Overcharging will shorten its life and reverse charging could damage it Avoid touching the metal terminals of the battery with another metal object Short circuiting the battery can cause it to overheat and may cause damage to the battery or the computer Do not incinerate a spent battery as this could cause it to explode and release toxic materials If a battery is leaking or damaged replace it immediately Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery To replace the main battery use an identical battery that you can purchase through to Toshiba Web site at accessories toshiba com A reverse polarity condition should be avoided with
48. recognizes and plays all supported DVDs The Media Control buttons above the computer keyboard allow you to move to the previous chapter or next chapter play or pause the movie or stop the DVD NOTE The following options must be supported by the DVD you are playing or they will not be available for use 164 Exploring Your Options Using QosmioPlayer F1 0 9 When playing a DVD you have the following options CTRL UP DOWN Arrow keys D E CTRL R SPACE CTRL SPACE lt gt Press this key once to display the basic DVD guide options Press the key twice to display the full DVD guide options Press the key again to hide the DVD guide options Press a number on your keyboard to play a specific DVD chapter Press the CTRL UP Arrow keys to increase the volume press the CTRL DOWN Arrow keys to decrease the volume Press this key to view the display status Press this key to eject the DVD from the disc drive Press the CTRL R keys to repeat the DVD Press this key to pause the DVD Press the key again to resume playing the DVD Press the CTRL Space keys to stop the DVD Press this key to fast reverse the DVD Press this key to fast forward the DVD NOTE Duplicated DVD discs may not play with QosmioPlayer In addition if any of the media are scratched or dirty or not in compliance with standards they may not play properly In these cases power on your computer and use the WinDVD
49. s software version terms of service and data provider credits Select Privacy to change settings for how the computer retrieves and stores media information 4 Press the Back button on the remote control to return to the main Settings window 220 Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Changing the Media Center Settings Changing TV Recorder Settings The TV Recorder settings allow you to control your recording priorities and options in Media Center 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window Select Settings Select TV Select Recorder Select History to check a list of scheduled recordings delete scheduled recordings resolve recording conflicts and to change recording priorities for the programs you scheduled to record gt Select Recorder Storage to check the amount of recording space on your hard disk Also you can change the settings that affect the recording storage space Select Recording Defaults to change the general recording default settings that affect how and when your programs are recorded To change the TV DVD settings on Recorded Storage or Recording Default screens use the arrow buttons to select an option and then press OK on the remote control Use the arrows to select Save on the screen Then press OK on the remote control again to enter the changes Press the Back button
50. since the program is unlikely to recognize an unusual extension and may refuse to handle your file correctly 96 Learning the Basics Printing your work Printing your work Verify that the Windows XP operating system is set up for your printer as described in Connecting a local printer on page 69 I TECHNICAL NOTE You only need to set up the printer the first L time you connect it If you use more than one printer or are changing printers you will need to set up the operating system to run with the additional printer s To print a file 1 If your printer is not on turn it on now 2 Open the File menu of your Windows program and click Print The program displays a Print dialog box General Options Select Printer gt 8 Add Printer Printer Status Ready C Print to file Location Comment Find Printer Page Range All Number of copies a Pages i 3 Enter either a single page number or a single 2 page range For example 5 1 Sample Print dialog box 3 Specify the print parameters For example the range of pages and number of copies to print 4 Click Print Learning the Basics O Backing up your files Backing up your files Backing up your files means copying individual files to media such as CDs or copying entire sections of your hard disk to another device such as a tape drive For those systems with a writable CD ROM driv
51. the fast forwarding speed Pressing the Forward button Moves pictures forward to the next picture Moves a video forward Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 1 O5 Using Media Center Moves a TV program that has been paused or stopped forward to the current moment in live TV and then begins playing To stop forward progress of the media press Play Use Record to record TV programs This button is inactive when other media is playing While watching live TV or in the Guide you can press the Record button once to record a TV show In the Guide you can press Record twice to record a TV series In the Guide press Record three times to cancel recording Use Rewind to rewind selected video or picture media Press Rewind again to increase the rewinding speed Pressing the Rewind button Moves the picture slide show backward to the previous picture Moves the video backward Moves live TV program to the beginning of the 30 minute pause buffer Use Stop to stop selected media from playing When this is pressed while you are watching TV the Media Center pause buffer continues to record in the background Use Next to move forward in the selected audio or video file Kor music Next moves to the next track For DVDs Next moves to the next chapter For videos and live TV and videos Next moves ahead 30 seconds Use Previous to move backward in the selected audio
52. to fix the problem To do this use the options in the Startup menu This section describes each option and when to use the procedure To open the Startup menu 1 2 Restart your computer Press F8 when your computer starts The Windows Advanced Options menu displays these options Safe Mode Safe Mode with Networking Safe Mode with Command Prompt Enable Boot Logging Enable VGA Mode Last known good configuration your most recent settings that worked Directory Services Restore Mode Windows domain controllers only Debugging Mode Start Windows normally Reboot Return to OS Choices menu lf Something Goes Wrong 259 The Windows operating system is not workin p 8 SY 8 See your Windows documentation for further explanation A TECHNICAL NOTE If your computer is connected to a L network the Startup menu may display different versions of a Safe mode Internet problems My Internet connection is very slow Many factors contribute to the speed with which you can surf the Internet They include modem speed time of day when everyone else is surfing your access can be slow and popularity of the site If accessing a particular site 1s very slow try later My browser cannot find the URL address I typed in Make sure you separated the domain names of the address with the forward slash Check the spelling of each name and the syntax of the address carefully A single incorre
53. using 153 Help Windows XP Media Center Edition 259 Hibernation mode 112 configuring 113 starting again from 114 Hibernation mode hot key 286 hot key display modes 287 functions 283 Hibernation mode 286 keyboard 289 keyboard overlays 289 power usage mode 284 Stand By mode 285 volume mute 283 wireless mode 288 hot key power usage mode 128 hot key utility 245 i LINK FCC 3 icon 138 139 definition 40 desktop 139 hint 40 Internet Explorer 139 moving to desktop 138 Recycle Bin 139 safety 39 technical note 40 Industry Canada requirement 4 inserting CDs and DVDs 102 installing main battery 129 mouse 68 instant passwords using 250 Internal External mode 268 Internet bookmarked site not found 259 connecting to 149 features 150 slow connection 259 surfing 149 uploading and downloading files 150 URL address not found 259 Internet Explorer icon 139 Internet Service Providers 148 IRQ Interrupt Request 261 ISPs 148 J jack headphones 153 microphone 152 RJ 11 143 K keeping comfortable 43 key 324 assign 239 changing 240 direct assign 239 popup 240 removing 240 key assignment viewing existing 240 key assignments changing or removing existing 240 keyboard character keys 87 function keys 88 hot keys 289 not working 256 267 overlay keys 89 unexpected characters 266 Windows special keys 89 keyboard external 68 keyboard full size 87 keyboard PS 2 compatible 68 L LCD pow
54. with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum DSSS radio technology and is compliant to The IEEE 802 11 Standard on Wireless LANs Revision A B G as defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers The Wireless Fidelity Wi Fi certification as defined by the Wi Fi Alliance The Wi Fi CERTIFIED logo is a certification mark of the Wi Fi Alliance CAUTION Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio frequency range and may interfere with one another If you use Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously you may occasionally experience a less than optimal network performance or even lose your network connection If you should experience any such problem immediately turn off your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN device Please contact Toshiba PC product support on Web site htto Avww toshiba europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm in Europe or http www pcsupport global toshiba com in the United States for more information CAUTION This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5 15 GHz to 5 25 GHz frequency range O Wireless LAN and your Health Wireless LAN products like other radio devices emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy The level of energy emitted by Wireless LAN devices however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for examp
55. you attached the AC adapter and power cord cable properly or installed a charged battery Press and hold down the power button for a few seconds If you are using the AC adapter check that the wall outlet is working by plugging in another device such as a lamp The computer starts but when you press a Key or move the mouse nothing happens You are probably in Stand By mode and have a software or resource conflict When this happens turning the power on returns you to the problem instead of restarting the system To clear the condition press Ctrl Alt and Del simultaneously Clearing the condition may get the computer running but it will not solve a resource conflict Read the documentation that came with the conflicting device and Resolving a hardware conflict on page 260 The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the external diskette drive Your computer normally loads the operating system from the hard disk If you have a hard disk problem you will not be able to start the computer Insert a system diskette into the external diskette drive and press F12 when the machine starts then use the arrow keys to select the boot up device lf Something Goes Wrong 2 5 The Windows operating system is not workin p 8 SY 8 The computer displays the WARNING RESUME FAILURE message The computer was placed in Stand By mode and the battery has discharged Data stored in the computer s memory and not saved has b
56. 005 229 Changing the Media Center Settings 5 Use the arrow buttons to select an option and then press OK on the remote control Make required changes if any 6 Press the Back button on the remote control to return to the TV Settings window Changing Parental Controls for TV Viewing Only the administrator of the computer can change the Parental Control setting This feature may not be available on your computer 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window Select Settings Select General Select Parental control The first time you select Parental control Media Center asks you to create a password Use the numeric keys on your keyboard to enter your password 5 Select Movie DVD Ratings PARENTAL CONTROLS SETTINGS TV Ratings Movie DVD Ratings Change Access Code Reset Parental Controls Sample General Settings Parental Controls screen 230 Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Changing the Media Center Settings 6 Use the arrow buttons to select Turn on movie blocking and then press OK Use the arrow buttons to select Block unrated movies and then press OK Use the arrow buttons to select the or area Press the OK button on the remote control to scroll through the movie rating levels When you find the one you want use the arrow buttons to select OK in the window and then press OK on the rem
57. 09 Powering down the computer Caring for CD or DVD Discs Store your discs in their original containers to protect them from scratches and keep them clean Do not bend a disc or place heavy objects on top of it Do not apply a label to or otherwise mar the surface of a disc Hold a disc by its outside edge Fingerprints on the surface can prevent the DVD ROM drive or multi function drive from reading the data properly Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or extreme heat or cold To clean a disc that is dirty wipe it with a clean dry cloth The most efficient method to clean it is to start from the center of the disc and wipe toward the outward edge not in a circle If necessary moisten the cloth with water or a neutral cleaner not benzine or rubbing alcohol Let the disc dry completely before inserting it in the drive Powering down the computer CAUTION Pushing the power button before shutting down the Windows operating system could cause you to lose your work Make Sure the system indicator panel s disk light and the drive in use light are off If you turn off the power while a disk is being accessed you may lose data or damage the disk and or drive When you power down the computer you have three options to choose from Turn Off Computer Standby and Hibernation You can set the computer to turn on automatically at a time you designate This option is helpful for transferring files by modem
58. 1 Resolving a hardware conflict hardware configuration meets its needs Check with the manufacturer of the software for further troubleshooting tips A diskette will not go into the external diskette drive You may already have a diskette in the drive Make sure the drive is empty You may be inserting the diskette incorrectly Hold the diskette with the hub side facing down and insert it so that the metal head window cover goes into the drive first The metal cover or a loose label may be obstructing the path into the drive Carefully inspect the diskette If the metal cover is loose replace the diskette If the label is loose replace the label and try inserting the diskette again The computer displays the Non system disk or disk error message If you are starting the computer from a diskette the diskette in the drive does not have the files necessary to start the computer Replace it with bootable media or remove it and allow the computer boot from the hard drive The drive cannot read a diskette Try another diskette If you can access the second diskette the first diskette not the drive is probably causing the problem Run Error checking on the faulty diskette for instructions see Disk drive problems on page 269 DVD ROM or multi function drive problems You cannot access a disc in the drive Make sure the drive tray has closed properly Press gently until it clicks into place Open the drive tra
59. 85 for instructions 218 lf Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits On a regular basis back up the information stored on your hard disk Here are some ways you can do this Copy files to diskette following the steps in Saving your work on page 94 Connect a tape drive to the system and use specialized software to copy everything on the hard disk to a tape Some people use a combination lf Something Goes Wrong 219 If you need further assistance if you need further assistance If you have followed the recommendations in this chapter and are still having problems you may need additional technical assistance This section contains the steps to take to ask for help Before you call Since some problems may be related to the operating system or the program you are using it is important to investigate other sources of assistance first Try the following before contacting Toshiba Review the troubleshooting information in your operating system documentation Ifthe problem occurs while you are running a program consult the program s documentation for troubleshooting suggestions Contact the software company s technical support group for their assistance Consult the dealer from whom you purchased your computer and or program Your dealer is your best source for current information Detailed system specifications are available at www ts toshiba com by selecting your particular p
60. BA portable computers using these cards Please contact TOSHIBA PC product support on Web site htto www toshiba europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm in Europe or http www pcsupport global toshiba com in the United States for more information When you use Bluetooth cards from TOSHIBA close to 2 4 GHz Wireless LAN devices Bluetooth transmissions might slow down or cause errors If you detect certain interference while you use Bluetooth cards from TOSHIBA always change the frequency move your PC to the area outside of the interference range of 2 4 GHz Wireless LAN devices 40 meters 43 74 yards or more or stop transmitting from your PC Please contact TOSHIBA PC product support on Web site http www toshiba europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm in Europe or http www pcsupport global toshiba com in the United States for more information Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio frequency range and may interfere with one another If you use Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously you may occasionally experience a less than optimal network performance or even lose your network connection If you should experience any such problem immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN Please contact Toshiba PC product support on Web site http www toshiba europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm in Europe or http www pcsupport global toshiba com in the United States for mor
61. C Card by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray After the PC Card is stopped it is safe to remove 1 Locate the PC Card eject button 2 Press the PC Card eject button once to extend it and push it in to remove the PC Card Sample ejecting a PC card The PC Card ejects slightly from the slot 3 Grasp the edges of the PC Card and slide it out of the slot Setting up a PC Card for your computer Some PC Cards are ready to use as soon as you install them Others such as hard disk cards network cards and SCSI adapters may need to be set up to work with your computer To set up your PC Card refer to the documentation that came with the card or refer to your operating system manual or online help Exploring Your Options 1 5 Using the Bridge Media slot Using the Bridge Media slot Your computer is equipped with a Bridge Media Slot which supports the use of Memory Stick or Memory Stick PRO media Secure Digital SD Cards or xD Picture Cards This media can be used with a variety of digital products digital music players cellular phones PDAs digital cameras digital video camcorders etc NOTE Do not use the Copy Disk function for this type of media To copy data from one media to another use the drag and drop feature of Windows Inserting Memory Stick or Memory Stick PRO media 1 Turn the Memory Stick so that the notched corner faces the back of the computer and the arrow i
62. CMCIA adapter Double click the appropriate PC Card The operating system displays your PC Card s Properties dialog box which contains information about your PC Card configuration and status lf Something Goes Wrong 215 Resolving a hardware conflict The computer stops working hangs when you insert a PC Card The problem may be caused by an I O input output conflict between the PCMCIA socket and another device in the system Use Device Manager to make sure each device has its own I O base address See Fixing a problem with Device Manager on page 262 for more information Since all PC Cards share the same socket each card is not required to have its own address Hot swapping removing one PC Card and inserting another without turning the computer off fails Follow this procedure before you remove a PC Card 1 Double click the PC Card icon on the taskbar 2 Click Safely remove xxxx where xxxx is the identifier for your PC Card The operating system displays a message that you may safely remove the card 3 Remove the card from the slot The system does not recognize your PC Card Refer to the PC Card documentation Removing a malfunctioning card and reinstalling it can correct many problems A PC Card error occurs Reinsert the card to make sure it is properly connected If the card is attached to an external device check that the connection 1s secure Refer to the card s documentation which sho
63. Display Properties settings For more information see Directing the display output when you turn on the computer on page 78 Getting Started T Connecting external display devices Connecting a standard television projector or VCR DVD player NOTE S video cables are not included with your computer To connect a device to the S video Out port you will need to purchase an S video cable To connect a standard television projector or VCR DVD player 1 Connect one end of the video cable to the external video device Refer to the documentation provided with the device for the location of its Video In port Connect the other end of the video cable to the S video Out port on the back of the computer n Turn on the external video device Set the display mode by pressing Fn F5 or by setting the Display Properties settings For more information see Directing the display output when you turn on the computer on page 78 TECHNICAL NOTE If you are connecting to a television you may need to change the display properties Most televisions use or support an 800 x 600 standard resolution 18 Getting Started Connecting external display devices Connecting an external monitor or projector You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you need a larger screen or to display anything on your computer screen To do this C 1 Connect the monitor s video cable to
64. Examples are exe for program files and hlp for help files See also file name folder Also called directory A container for organizing files saved to a disk A folder is symbolized on screen by a graphical image icon of a file folder A folder can contain files and other folders omer 313 format verb To prepare a blank disk for use with the computer s operating system Formatting creates a structure on the disk so the operating system can write information to the disk or read information from it frontside bus tThe primary pathway bus between the CPU and the computer s main memory Also called system bus See also bus function keys The keys labeled F1 through F12 typically located on the keyboard Their function is determined by the operating system and or individual programs gigabyte GB A unit of data equal to 1 073 741 824 bytes 1024 x 1024 x 1024 bytes See also byte ground A conductor to which all components of an electric circuit are connected It has a potential of zero 0 volts is connected to the earth and is the point of reference for voltages in the circuit hard disk A storage device composed of a rigid platter or platters that can be magnetically coded with data Hard disks hold much more information than diskettes and are used for long term storage of programs and data The primary or only hard disk in a computer is usually fixed but some computers have secondary hard disks
65. Hibernation uses less time and battery power than does Turn off computer Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and battery power to start up than restarting from Standby because information is being retrieved from the hard disk rather than from memory When starting up again the computer returns to the mode in which you left it including all open programs and files you were previously using Configuring your computer for Hibernation 1 Open the Start menu click Control Panel then Performance and Maintenance Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon Click the Setup Action tab Select Hibernation for the options you want When I press the power button Set this option to Hibernate so that the computer will go into Hibernation mode when you press the power button When I close the lid Set this option to Hibernate so that the computer will go into Hibernation mode when you close the display panel Click Apply Click OK 1 4 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer The computer is now set to automatically enter into Hibernation when your option settings occur NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility see Power Saver on page 243 Once the computer is configured place the computer into Hibernation mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel depending on the hibernation options selected Starting again from Hibernation mode To restart th
66. IBA Corp Digital Media Network Company dat het toestel Radio LAN device in overeenstemming is met de essenti le eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999 5 EG Bij deze TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company dat deze Radio LAN device voldoet aan de essenti le eisen en aan de overige relevante bepalingen van Richtlijn 1999 5 EC Par la pr sente TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company d clare que l appareil Radio LAN device est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999 5 CE Par la pr sente TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company d clare que ce Radio LAN device est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions de la directive 1999 5 CE qui lui sont applicables H rmed intygar TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company att denna Radio LAN device star I Gverenssta mmelse med de v sentliga egenskapskrav och vriga relevanta best mmelser som framg r av direktiv 1999 5 EG Undertegnede TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company erkl rer herved at f lgende udstyr Radio LAN device overholder de v sentlige krav og vrige relevante krav 1 direktiv 1999 5 EF Hiermit erkl rt TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company dass sich dieser diese dieses Radio LAN device in bereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Vorschriften der Richtlinie 1999 5 EG befindet BMW1 Hiermit erkl rt TOSHIBA Cor
67. Media Center and to open the Media Center main window 2 Select My Music 3 Select Albums 4 Use the arrow buttons to select an album and then press OK on the remote control Media Center begins to play the album and displays the Now Playing screen Use the options on this screen to perform the following tasks View Cover this is the default option gt View Queue view a list of all tracks on the album Shuffle rearrange the play order of the music tracks on the album Repeat play the album again gt Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 2 5 Listening to Music Play play the selected album When you select this option the Now Playing window opens and the album starts playing Buy Music connect to the Internet find CD information and buy music CDs To go back to Media Center press Start on the remote control Visualize view an image Edit Queue edit the songs in the queue 5 Press Back on the remote control to return to the previous window Nore Inthe Albums window select View by list or View by cover to Organize your albums Creating a Playlist A playlist is a customized list of digital music files Using playlists you can group various digital music files together and determine the order in which you want the files to play You can create a playlist that includes several tracks from various CDs or even a playlist that contains ba
68. N Use only the AC adapter supplied with your computer or an equivalent adapter that is compatible Use of any incompatible adapter could damage your computer Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adapter To connect AC power to the computer 1 Connect the power cord cable to the AC adapter Sample connecting the power cord cable to the AC adapter D 4 Getting Started Connecting to a power source AWAANINE Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling 2 Plug the AC adapter cord into the DC IN on the back of the computer ae J Q Sample connecting the AC adapter to the computer 3 Connect the power cord cable to a live electrical outlet Damaged power cord cables can cause fire or electric shock Never modify forcibly bend place heavy objects on top of or apply heat to the power cord cable lf the power cord cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats discontinue use There is a risk of electric shock Never remove the power plug from the outlet with wet hands Doing so may cause an electric shock If the electrical outlet is live the system indicator panel s AC power light cb glows green Additionally an indicator light on the front of your computer lets you know the AC power status when the display
69. ROM 312 om DVD ROM digital versatile or video disc read only memory A very high capacity storage medium that uses laser optics for reading data Each DVD ROM can hold as much data as several CD ROMs Compare CD ROM E emulation A technique in which a device or program imitates another device or program enable To turn on a computer option See also disable executable file A computer program that is ready to run Application programs and batch files are examples of executable files Names of executable files usually end with a bat or exe extension expansion device A device that connects to a computer to expand its capabilities Other names for an expansion device are port expander port replicator docking station or network adapter extension See file extension external device See device f file A collection of related information saved on disk with a unique name A file may be a program information used by a program or a document See also document file allocation table FAT The section of a disk that keeps track of the location of files stored on the disk file name A set of characters that uniquely identifies a file within a particular folder It consists of two parts the actual name and the file name extension See also file extension file extension The three characters following the period pronounced dot at the end of a file name The extension indicates the type of file
70. Resolving a hardware conflict A Troubleshooting button is also present 7 Click troubleshooting A Help and Support window for that device appears For more information about Device Manager refer to Windows XP online help Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may cause errors that seem to be device related It 1s worthwhile checking for these first 1 2 Click Start then click Turn off computer Click Turn Off The operating system shuts down and turns off the computer automatically Remove the memory module following the instructions in Removing a memory module on page 66 Reinstall the memory module following the instructions in Installing additional memory optional on page 62 and making sure it is seated properly Check for the error again If the error recurs remove the memory module entirely and check for the error again If removing the memory module eliminates the error the memory module may be faulty If the error recurs without the memory module installed the error is not caused by the memory module Z TECHICAL NOTE You must have a least one memory module installed for the computer to work lf Something Goes Wrong 265 Resolving a hardware conflict Power and the batteries Your computer receives its power through the AC adapter and power cord cable or from the system batteries main battery and real time clock RTC battery Power problem
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72. TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than specified by TOSHIBA The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user Caution Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized In normal operating configuration the LCD in the upright position the distance between the antenna and the user should not be less than 20 cm The antenna s used for this transmitter must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter Antenna s used in 5 15 GHz to 5 25 GHz frequency band must be integral antenna which provide no access to the end user Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the documentation that comes with those products for additional information 12 Caution Radio Frequency Interference Requirements This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5 15 GHz to 5 25 GHz frequency range FCC requires this product to be used indoors for frequency range 5 15 GHz to 5 25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co channel Mobile Satellite system
73. Using the optional Bluetooth module Bluetooth is a technology that expands wireless communication beyond networking equipment and can connect many different kinds of electronic devices without the need for cables NOTE You can use Bluetooth and Wi Fi devices at the same time To enable a wireless device use the Fn F8 hot key refer to Enabling a wireless device on page 288 for more information To use Bluetooth for your wireless communication follow these steps 1 Move the wireless antenna on off switch to the On position The antenna is enabled 2 While holding down the Function Key Fn press F8 until the Bluetooth icon is highlighted 3 Release the keys Bluetooth is now enabled An overview of using the Internet The following sections give a quick introduction to the Internet and some of its exciting features The Internet The World Wide Web Internet Service Providers Connecting to the Internet Surfing the Internet 1 48 Exploring Your Options An overview of using the Internet Internet features Uploading and downloading files from the Internet The Internet The Internet is an association of thousands of networks and millions of computers around the world connected by communications lines They all work together to share information The World Wide Web The World Wide Web or Web is a subset of the Internet
74. Windows or Media Center pressing Power turns off the computer 1 02 Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Using Media Center Stop Stops the media currently playing Record Records the selected television program and stores it on your hard disk Rewind Moves the media video DVD music and so on backwards Replay Moves media video DVD Music and so on backwards Back Displays the previous window Arrows Moves the cursor to navigate within Media Center windows Volume Control Increases up arrow or decreases down arrow the volume Recorded TV View recorded TV Guide Opens the Television Program guide to display available TV channels and programs to watch and record Pause Pauses an audio or video track and live or recorded TV programs Play Plays the media Forward Moves media video DVD music and so on forward To stop forward progress of the media press Play Skip Moves media video DVD music and so on forward More Provides more details on a TV program than is listed in the Guide OK Selects the desired action or window option It acts like the Enter key If watching TV pressing OK switches back to the previously viewed channel Press again to toggle back It acts the same way as a Jump button on some TV remote controls Start Opens Media Center to the main window Getting to Know the Windows XP
75. XP Media Center Edition 2005 Using Media Center When the computer is powered on use this button to launch Media Center Guide launches Media Center into the TV program guide mode when the computer is powered off or in Hibernation mode Use this mode to display a list of TV programs available for viewing When the computer is powered on use this button to launch Media Center Live TV launches Media Center into TV mode when the computer is powered off or in Hibernation mode Use this mode to watch television so long as a TV source is connected to the computer When the computer is powered on use this button to launch Media Center DVD Menu launches Media Center in DVD Menu mode when the computer is turned off or in Hibernation mode Use this mode to view the menu for the current DVD or CD When the computer is powered on use this button to launch Media Center Media Playback Buttons These buttons allow you to play back picture slide shows music files playlists music CDs DVD movies home videos and live TV so long as a TV source is connected to the computer from within Media Center Use Pause to pause selected media Press Pause and then Forward repeatedly to play media frame by frame in slow motion To continue slow motion you must press the Forward button more than once Press Play to play selected media Use Forward to move selected video or picture media forward Press Forward up to three times to increase
76. activates the TV interface For more information see Watching Television Programs on page 196 The CD DVD button launches Windows Media Center and plays the CD or DVD if one is inserted into the drive For more information see Listening to Music on page 208 The Play pause button starts playing the disc or makes it pause if currently playing The Stop eject button stops a disc that is currently playing The Previous track button returns to the preceding track on the disc Learning the Basics 1 0 Using the DVD ROM or multi function drive The Next track button skips to the following track on the disc The Record button records television programs which are currently being viewed NOTE The Record button only works when using the Windows Media Center Edition and is not operational when using QosmioPlayer The Brightness button adjusts the screen brightness The Monitor In button is pressed to establish the connection with the external device The TV Out button directs the display to an external display device Inserting a disc A CAUTION Before playing an audio CD turn the volume down Playing the compact disc at maximum volume could damage your ears To turn the volume down use the Volume Control switch or access the Volume Control program click Start All Programs Accessories Entertainment Volume Control 1 If the computer is turned on press the eject button on the DVD ROM or mul
77. adapter and power cord Charge the battery pack until the battery glows green If you have extra battery packs rotate their use If you will not be using the system for an extended period more than one month remove the battery pack Mobile Computing 1 35 Disposing of used batteries Disconnect the AC adapter when the battery is fully charged Overcharging makes the battery hot and shortens life If you are not going to use the computer for more than eight hours disconnect the AC adapter Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight Disposing of used batteries The life of a battery pack should last for years When the battery pack needs replacing the main battery light flashes amber shortly after you have fully recharged the battery You must discard a battery if it becomes damaged AWARNING he computer s main battery is a Lithium lon Li lon battery which can explode if not properly replaced used handled or disposed of Putting spent batteries in the trash is not only irresponsible it may be illegal Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations Use only batteries recommended by Toshiba After repeated use the batteries will finally lose their ability to hold a charge and you will need to replace them Under federal state and local laws it may be illegal to dispose of old batteries by placing them in the trash Please be kind to our sha
78. al speakers or headphones on page 153 Connect a microphone there is also an internal microphone see Using a microphone on page 152 5 Getting Started Connecting to a power source Connect a digital or plasma TV see Connecting a digital or plasma television or VCR DVD player on page 76 Connecting a standard TV antenna see Connecting a standard television projector or VCR DVD player on page 77 Install PC Cards see Inserting and removing PC Cards on page 154 Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to operate Use the power cord cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet or to charge the computer s battery oo Sample power cord cable and AC adapter Hold the power cord cable by its plug when you connect disconnect it Do NOT pull the cord cable itself Doing so may damage the power cord cable and result in a short circuit or electric shock Getting Started 53 Connecting to a power source When you connect the AC adapter to the computer always follow the steps in the exact order as described in the User s Manual Connecting the power cord cable to a live electrical outlet should be the last step otherwise the adapter DC output plug could hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury when touched As a general Safety precaution avoid touching any metal parts A CAUTIO
79. all batteries The main battery is designed so that it cannot be installed in reverse polarity Charge the battery only in the computer or in a battery charger designated as an approved option 13 Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery When you install the battery pack you should hear a click when it is seated properly Do not expose the battery pack to fire The battery pack could explode Maximizing battery life To maximize the life of your battery pack e gt gt At least once a month disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the battery pack fully discharges Before doing so follow the steps below 1 2 5 Turn off the computer s power Disconnect the AC adapter and turn on the computer s power If it does not turn on go to step 4 Operate the computer on battery power for five minutes If the battery pack has at least five minutes of operating time continue operating until the battery pack is fully discharged If the battery light flashes or there is some other warning to indicate a low battery go to step 4 Connect the AC adapter to the computer and the power cord to a power outlet The DC IN or AC power light should glow green and the battery should glow amber to indicate that the battery pack is being charged If the DC IN or AC power light indicator does not glow power is not being supplied Check the connections for the AC
80. are conflict If the battery light does not glow after 20 minutes the battery may have reached the end of its useful life Try replacing it The battery appears not to power the computer for as long as it usually does If you frequently recharge a partially charged battery it may not charge fully Let the battery discharge completely then try charging it again Check the power options using the Power Saver utility Have you added a device such as a PC Card or memory module that takes its power from the battery Is your software using the hard disk more Is the display power set to turn off automatically Was the battery fully charged to begin with All these conditions affect how long the charge lasts For information on maximizing battery power refer to Power and the batteries on page 265 Keyboard problems If when you type strange things happen or nothing happens the problem may be related to the keyboard itself The keyboard produces unexpected characters A keypad overlay may be on If the numeric keypad or cursor control light is on press Fn and F10 simultaneously to turn off the cursor control light or press Fn and F11 simultaneously to turn off the numeric keypad light If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are off make sure the software you are using is not remapping the keyboard Refer to the software s documentation and check that the program does not assign different meanings to any of
81. are two active regions on the TouchPad that allow you to scroll as you would with any wheel device on a mouse or trackball To scroll vertically run your finger up or down along the right edge of the TouchPad To scroll horizontally run your finger along the bottom edge of the TouchPad 60 Getting Started Using the TouchPad Using the Scroll button For applicable systems the scroll button located between the primary and secondary control buttons on the TouchPad 1s used for rapid viewing of pages on the screen Using the Control buttons When a step instructs you to click or choose an item move the cursor to the item then press and release the primary left hand button To double click press the primary button twice in rapid succession The primary button usually corresponds to the left mouse button The function of the secondary right hand button depends on the program you are using It usually corresponds to the right mouse button Check your program s documentation to find whether it uses the right mouse button Disabling or enabling the TouchPad The TouchPad is enabled by default To change the enable disable TouchPad setting 1 Click Start then click Control Panel The Control Panel window appears 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware Click the Mouse icon Click the TouchPAD ON OFF tab The TouchPAD ON OFF tab view window appears Getting Started 61 Using the TouchPad Mouse Properties Butt
82. at you change become effective when you click either OK or Apply 2 4 4 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console Profiles This section lists the preset profiles along with the estimated battery life for each mode The preset profiles are Full Power High Power Normal DVD Playback Presentation Long Life Although you can change the properties for any of these profiles this is not recommended If you need a customized profile create a new profile with the properties you require The DVD Playback profile applies only when a DVD program is playing while running the computer on battery power and using InterVideo WinDVD Quickly creating a new power mode 1 Highlight one of the preset profiles 2 Click Copy 3 Anew mode appears with the title Copy of Name where Name is the title of the mode you copied You can change the name description or icon for this profile by clicking Property Customizing a power mode 1 Highlight the profile you want to modify 2 Change the settings you want on the Basic Setup tab 3 You may also change settings on the Setup Action tab Keep in mind however that by default these actions will apply to all profiles Toshiba Utilities P 4H TOSHIBA Console Mouse utility The Mouse utility allows you to change your TouchPad or mouse settings To access the Mouse utility through the TOSHIBA Console double click the Mouse icon Hotkey utility The hotkey utility all
83. can be used while the RTC battery is being charged although the charging status of the RTC battery cannot be monitored Mobile Computing 1 25 Monitoring battery power 4 TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties a gt Current power source AC power Battery remaining Standby Life Tine a 67 hours Life under Hibernation Time 27 days Profile qQ Setup for Effective Use o Level 8 CPU control method ffa O uto Hold Se CPU process speed Screen brightness Sample Toshiba Power Saver Properties Dialog Box The remaining battery charge is indicated on the top left side of the dialog box With repeated discharges and recharges the battery s capacity gradually decreases A frequently used older battery does not power the computer for as long as a new battery even when both are fully charged TECHNICAL NOTE The computer drains the battery faster at low temperatures Check your remaining charge frequently if you are working in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on your current rate of power use and other factors such as the age of the battery 1 2 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power What to do when the battery runs low When the battery runs low you can Plug the computer into an external power source and recharge the battery Put the computer in Hibernate mode and replace the battery with a cha
84. can include security updates critical updates and service packs Getting Started D Setting up your computer 8 Enter your name and click Next to complete the process A window displays the message Thank you 9 Click Finish to continue Your computer restarts automatically Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended and allows Toshiba to send Customer periodic updates announcements and special offers applicable to the product Product registration can be completed during the initial start up process of your computer If you opt not to register at that time you can either double click the icon on your desktop or go to the Toshiba Web site at www register toshiba com Customer failure to complete Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under this limited Warranty Adding external devices NOTE Before adding external devices Toshiba recommends setting up your software See Setting up your software on page 49 Before starting to use your computer you may also want to Add more memory see Installing additional memory optional on page 62 Connect a mouse see Using a mouse on page 68 Connect a local printer see Connecting a local printer on page 69 Connect an external diskette drive see Connecting an optional external diskette drive on page 73 Connect external speakers or headphones see Using extern
85. ckground music for a slide show Use Windows Media Player to create playlists and then play them back using Media Center To create a playlist 1 Click Start on the taskbar and select Windows Media Player 2 Click the Library tab 3 Left click the Now Playing list menu on the right side of the screen 4 Select New List then Playlist 21 O Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Displaying Your Pictures 5 Drag the music files to the right side of the Media Player window You can also select the music file and click the Add selection to the current list icon 6 Left click the Now Playing list menu and select Save Playlist As Enter the name of the Playlist in the Save as window and click Save 7 Select your playlist to view the music files that you have added 8 Close Media Center if open and then press the Start button on the remote control Your playlist will not appear in My Music unless you close and open Media Center You can now play your playlist in Media Center Displaying Your Pictures Sample Media Center main screen In My Pictures you can View pictures individually or as a slide show Change transition time and display order of the pictures in your slide show Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 2 Displaying Your Pictures Sort pictures by name or date View and scroll through pictures that are in the My Pictures folder by usin
86. connection is working the screen displays a message to that effect and highlights the Next button When the connection is working correctly click Next The wizard displays the Required components have been set up screen Click Next The wizard displays the Optional Setup screen Click Configure tuners TV signal and Guide then click Next The wizard displays the Confirm Your Region screen Click Yes use this region to configure TV services then click Next The wizard displays the Automatic TV Signal Setup screen Click Configure my TV signal automatically Recommended then click Next The wizard displays the Prepare for Automatic Signal Configuration screen Make sure that your computer is connected to a TV for instructions see Connecting to a Television on page 177 Then click Next The wizard displays the Examining your TV Signal Setup screen and begins to scan your system When the scan is complete the wizard displays the TV Signal Configuration Result screen and displays the following message Signal is detected Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 1 85 NOTE Starting the Media Center When you set up the TV Signal and identify the Set top box remote you may receive a Remote Not Recognized message When this occurs you must select the Have Media Cen ter Learn My Remote Again From Scratch option When you get to the Test Channel Changing option the Set up progra
87. corded you can select TV Guide from the My TV screen The Record icon should appear next to the show in the TV Guide while you are recording The Record icon disappears when the recording is complete If there is a recording conflict or error the Record Conflict icon appears next to the show in the TV Guide This means the show will not be recorded unless the conflict is resolved NOTE You can resolve recording conflicts on the Scheduled screen Recording TV tips If you are watching live TV during a scheduled recording time you can watch only the show being recorded If you change channels the recording stops If you go to another area in the Media Center the TV channel you last selected will be displayed in the inset window at the bottom of the window When scheduling a recording in the TV Guide you can press the Record button once to record a show twice to record a series or three times to cancel a scheduled recording you just selected Multiple record icons red dots next to a show indicates that Media Center is set to record the series When you press the Record button to record a show you are watching the recording automatically stops at the end of the show s regularly scheduled end time 204 Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Recording TV Some channels can be shared by two or more networks depending on the time of day The Guide may display only one network s prog
88. ct letter or missed character comma instead of period dot or other mistake makes it impossible for your browser to locate the site My browser cannot find a site I bookmarked The World Wide Web is constantly changing A site you bookmarked yesterday may not be available today or its server may be down for temporary repair Try again later The Windows XP operating system can help you If the operating system has started properly but you still have a problem using your computer the online Help can assist you in troubleshooting the problem 260 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict To access Windows XP Help and Support 1 Click Start then click Help and Support The Help and Support window appears Then do one or both of the following In the search field type the topic of the problem with which you need help and follow the on screen instructions Click a problem about which you would like help from the listings and follow the on screen instructions You can connect to Support Online by clicking Support from the menu Resolving a hardware conflict If you receive an error message telling you there is a device driver conflict or a general hardware problem try using Windows Help and Support to troubleshoot the problem first For help on hardware conflicts 1 2 3 4 Click Start then click Help and Support Click the Hardware link in the window s left pane A
89. d for your computer s main memory See also memory Compare ROM random access memory See RAM read only memory See ROM reboot See boot restart removable disk A disk that can be removed from a disk drive A diskette is one example of a removable disk resolution A measure of the sharpness of the images that can be produced by a printer or displayed on a screen For a printer resolution is expressed in dots per inch dpi For a screen it is expressed as the number of pixels available horizontally and vertically restart Synonymous with reboot To reset the computer by reloading the operating system without turning the computer off See also boot RJ 11 A modular connector used on most U S telephone systems and direct connect modems The RJ 11 connector is a 6 wire connector 318 ROM read only memory Non volatile memory that can be read but not written to By non volatile we mean that information in ROM remains whether or not the computer is receiving power This type of memory is used to store your computer s BIOS which is essential instructions the computer reads when you start it up See also BIOS memory Compare RAM S select To highlight or otherwise specify text data or graphics with the intent to perform some operation on it serial Processes that occur one at a time In communications it means the transmission of one bit at a time sequentially over a single channel On your comput
90. d windows or shades to reduce glare Avoid placing your computer in front of a bright light that shines directly into your eyes gt If possible use soft indirect lighting in your computer work area A cAuTION Your LCD display has a brightness approaching that of a TV device We recommend that you adjust the brightness of your LCD to a comfortable level to prevent possible strain on your eyes 46 Getting Started Selecting a place to work Arms and wrists gt Avoid bending arching or twisting your wrists Keep them in a relaxed neutral position while typing Exercise your hands wrists and arms to improve circulation Work habits The key to avoiding discomfort or injury from strain is to vary your activities If possible schedule a variety of tasks into your working day Finding ways to break up the routine can reduce stress and improve your efficiency Take frequent short breaks to change position stretch your muscles and relieve your eyes A break of two or three minutes every half hour is more effective than a long break after several hours gt Avoid performing repetitive activities for long periods Intersperse such activities with other tasks Focusing your eyes on your computer screen for long periods can cause eyestrain Look away from the computer frequently and focus your eyes on a distant object for at least 30 seconds A cAuTIoN Your LCD disp
91. depends on your television service provider The TV Guide does not display past TV listings Watching a Recorded TV Program Recorded TV is the storage place for all your recorded programs In the Recorded TV window you can sort your shows by name date or status You can also delete a recorded program or series of programs and check for any recording errors 200 Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Watching Television Programs To watch a previously recorded TV program 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window 2 Select My TV 3 Select Recorded TV All of your recorded TV programs display on the Recorded TV screen Nore You can sort your programs by Date or Title by clicking the desired sort option 4 Use the arrow buttons to select the recorded program you want to watch Click the program to view details and additional options 5 Press OK on the remote control to begin watching the program or click Play on the Media Center screen Changing a scheduled recording To change a scheduled recording 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window 2 Select My TV 3 Select Recorded TV 4 Select Scheduled to view a list of all programs scheduled to be recorded Use the Sort by Date and Title options to sort the scheduled programs if needed
92. derations To set up a dial up connection use the New Connection Wizard 1 Click Start and point to All Programs 2 Point to Accessories then to Communications and click New Connection Wizard 3 Exploring Your Options 1 A5 Setting up for communications Enter the phone number of your network connection and let the program dial the number The computer connects to the network Using the Ethernet LAN Port When your computer starts Windows attempts to contact a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol DHCP server If the computer is not connected to a network it may pause a few minutes as it waits for a reply To avoid this delay you can reconfigure Windows to disable the LAN port TECHNICAL NOTE You can also use ConfigFree to reconfigure Windows to disable the LAN port For procedures see Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer on page 291 To disable the LAN port 1 Click Start click Control Panel then Performance and Maintenance 2 Click the System icon then click the Hardware tab and then click the Device Manager button 3 Select the appropriate network adapter 4 Click Actions 5 Select the Properties icon 6 Select the Do not use this device disable option from the Device usage drop down 7 Click OK Your LAN port is now disabled To enable the Ethernet LAN port repeat steps one through four Select the Use this device enable check box and click OK 1 46 Explori
93. e 2 Grasp the card and pull it straight out Inserting an xD Picture Card 1 Turn the card so that the contacts metal areas are face down 2 Push the card into the slot until it locks in place Sample inserting an xD Picture Card 1 60 Exploring Your Options Using QosmioPlayer Do not touch the xD Picture Exploring Your Options 1 61 Using QosmioPlayer To start the QosmioPlayer 1 If the computer is on turn it off or place it in Hibernation mode NOTE The computer must either be off or in Hibernation mode for QosmioPlayer to start If the computer is powered on or in stand By mode turn off the computer before trying to start QosmioPlayer 2 Press the appropriate Media Control button on the system control panel To watch television press the TV button To play audio CDs or watch DVD video press the CD DVD button To shut down QosmioPlayer press the Power button Using the Media Control Buttons The Media Control buttons above the computer keyboard allow you to reverse to the previous song skip to the next song play or pause the CD or stop the CD 1 62 Exploring Your Options Using QosmioPlayer Play stop Next Brightness Pause Eject track e Monitor Previous In Record DVD track TV TV Out Oo i ow O o0oo0oo0oo0oo0oo0oo0oo0o o O Y W W W W W W Sample CD Player Media Control buttons NOTE The Record but
94. e Media Center To add music files that are stored in your My Music or Shared Music folder on your hard drive 1 Click Start on the taskbar and then click Windows Media Player 2 Select Search for Media Files from the Library tab s Tools menu Add to Library by Searching Computer Search options Search on Local drives minus program folders Look in Browse While adding music files to the library update media information for New files only fast New files and existing files in library without media information New files and all existing files in library slow Sample Add to Library by Searching Computer screen Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 2 1 Listening to Music Select an option from the Search on drop down menu Select Search to search all drives or select Browse to search through a specific drive 5 Click Search Windows Media Player searches the selected drives for all supported audio files and adds them to the Media Library If Windows Media Player does not recognize all of your audio files try copying the files directly into Windows Media Player Refer to Windows Media Player Help for more information Your music files can now be found and played in the My Music window in the Media Center You may need to close and open Media Center for the added music files to appear in My Music Playing Digital Music Files When you first open the Media C
95. e use the arrows on the remote control to select it and then press OK Remote Control For Media Center You can use your remote control with Media Center to play CDs DVDs and videos to view pictures and to watch and record television programs The remote control helps you navigate the Media Center windows on your screen just as a cable TV remote control navigates cable TV options or controls the playback of a movie in a VCR or DVD player Using the remote control you can gt Navigate and control all Media Center windows gt Control the video or live TV display gt Place the computer in and out of Stand By mode For for information on Standby mode see Using Standby Mode on page 114 The remote control can send a strong signal to the remote sensor from within a range of about 26 feet and from an angle of about 45 degrees Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 1 0 Using Media Center MCE Remote Control Buttons Overview Power Stop Record Pause Play Rewind Forward Replay Skip Back More Arrows OK Button Start Volume Channel Control Page Control Mute Recorded DVD Menu TV a TV GUIDE LIVE TV MENU Guide Live TV TOSHIBA The MCE Remote Control The remote control has the following buttons functions Power Turns the computer on and starts Windows if the computer is off or in Hibernation mode If the computer is running
96. e 96 Setting up your printer Setting up a printer involves selecting a printer driver This special program acts as a translator that turns your document into a form the printer can understand If you are using any non Windows programs set up a printer driver for each of those programs Refer to your program s documentation for more information TECHNICAL NOTE If you have the manufacturer s disc that came with your printer you can use it to install the printer on your computer The manufacturer s disc may include additional drivers and fonts Z To set up a printer with the Add Printer Wizard 1 Click Start and then Printers and Faxes The operating system opens the Printers and Faxes window Getting Started 11 Connecting a local printer Teoh H as Sample Printers and Faxes window 2 Click Add Printer The Add Printer Wizard appears Sample Add Printer Wizard dialog box 3 Click Next The Add Printer Wizard asks you to select your printer TECHNICAL NOTE If your printer is Plug and Play the Windows XP operating system recognizes it automatically You can ignore the remainder of this section See your printer manual for more information Z 2 Getting Started Connecting a local printer 4 8 If the printer you are setting up Is not connected to a network select Local printer attached to this computer Is connected to a network select Network printer
97. e computer from Hibernation mode press the power button until the on off light turns green The computer returns to the screen you were previously using If you place the computer in Hibernation mode by closing the display panel you can start it again by opening the display panel Using Standby Mode Standby mode places the computer into a power saving mode Standby holds the current state of the computer in memory so that when you restart the computer you can continue working from where you left off Factors to consider when choosing Standby While in Standby mode the computer uses some battery power The battery will eventually discharge in Stand by mode If the battery discharges your data will be lost if you do not save your work before entering Standby mode Restarting from Standby mode uses less time and battery power than restarting from Turn Off or Hibernation mode Learning the Basics 1 D Powering down the computer When starting up again the computer returns to the mode in which you left it including all open programs and files you were using CAUTION l you power down using Standby and the battery discharges fully your information will be lost Be sure to save your work first To power down the computer using the Standby command click Start Turn off computer and select Stand By Turn off computer Turn off Stand By Restart Cancel Sample Turn off computer Windo
98. e front of your computer lets you know the system indicator status when the display is closed NOTE When you turn on the computer for the first time do not turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely Sample turning on the power The preinstalled operating system loads automatically Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use Getting Started 5O Using the TouchPad Using the TouchPad The TouchPad the small smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard is sensitive to touch and enables you to move the cursor with the stroke of a finger Simply move your finger on the TouchPad in the direction you would like to move the cursor To move the cursor to the top of the page push your finger forward on the TouchPad To move the cursor to the bottom of the page drag your finger toward you To move the cursor to the right side of the page slide your finger across the TouchPad from left to right To move it to the left side slide your finger from right to left NOTE Because the TouchPad is much smaller than the display screen moving your cursor across the screen often means having to move your finger several times across the TouchPad in the preferred direction Once you have positioned your cursor you can perform clicking functions by either double tapping the TouchPad or clicking the control buttons Scrolling with the TouchPad There
99. e information Bluetooth wireless technology and your Health The products with Bluetooth wireless technology like other radio devices emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy The level of energy emitted by devices with Bluetooth wireless technology is however far less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones Because products with Bluetooth wireless technology operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth wireless technology is safe for use by consumers These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific 2 community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature In some situations or environments the use of Bluetooth wireless technology may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization These situations may for example include Using the equipment with Bluetooth wireless technology on board airplanes or In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment e g airports you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the device with B
100. e or DVD ROM multi function drive you may back up files to a writable disc as follows 1 To back up to a CD or other media insert the media into the appropriate drive 2 Click Start then click My Computer 3 Click the drive that contains the file you want to copy 4 Double click the folder that contains the file then click the file you want to copy HINT You can use the Ctrl or Shift keys to select more than By one file 5 Click File then click Send To and select the drive from the list Restoring your work To restore information from your backup media to your hard disk use the Restore page in the backup program Look in the online Help or your operating system documentation for information on restoring files TECHNICAL NOTE When restoring files the backup program prompts you if you try to overwrite a file that already exists on the hard disk Make sure the backup version is the one you want before overwriting the existing file Z 98 Learning the Basics Using the DVD ROM or multi function drive Using the DVD ROM or multi function drive Optical storage has become the preferred medium for software music and video Digital versatile discs DVDs provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that are not available on any other video platform These features include wide screen movies multiple language tracks digital surround sound multiple camera angles and interact
101. e the features and functions of the original design Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not affect the aviation safety and interfere with legal communications In event that any interference is found the use of such electric machinery shall be stopped immediately and reusing of such products can be resumed until no interference occurs after improvement The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and regulations Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against interference from legal communications or from industrial scientific and medical radio emission electric machinery Using this equipment in Japan In Japan the frequency bandwidth of 2 400 MHz to 2 483 5 MHz for second generation low power data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of mobile object identification systems premises radio station and specified low power radio station 1 Sticker Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product In the frequency bandwidth of this equipment industrial device scientific device medical device like microwave oven licensed premises radio station and non licensed specified low power radio station for mobile object identification system RF ID that is used in product line of factories Other Radio Stations are used 1 Ple 24 2 Indication
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104. een lost To charge the battery leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet for several hours For more information see Power and the batteries on page 265 The computer displays the Non System disk or disk error message Make sure there is no diskette in the diskette drive If there is one remove it and press any key to continue If pressing any key does not work press Ctrl Alt and Del simultaneously to restart the computer The Windows operating system is not working Once you are familiar with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to your work routine you can easily detect if the operating system is not working correctly For example The operating system fails to start after the Starting Windows XP message appears The operating system takes a long time to start The operating system responds differently from the normal routine The screen does not look right Unless a hardware device has failed problems usually occur when you change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device If you experience any of these problems use the options in the Startup menu to fix the problem 208 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows operating system is not workin p 8 SY 8 Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly you may have to change your system s configuration or verify the startup procedure
105. el the power on password function 1 2 Santana nan A U Click Start then click All Programs Point to TOSHIBA Console then click the resulting TOSHIBA Console selection The TOSHIBA Console window appears On the left side select Security Select the User Password icon Select Verify by Password Type the correct password Click Delete Click OK Chapter 7 if Something Goes Wrong Some problems you may encounter when using your notebook computer are relatively easy to identify and solve Others may require help from your dealer or the manufacturer of a software program This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter If all else fails contact Toshiba You will find information on Toshiba s support services at the end of this chapter Problems that are easy to fix Your program stops responding If you are working with a program that suddenly freezes all operations chances are the program has stopped responding You can exit the failed program without shutting down the operating system or closing other programs To close a program that has stopped responding 1 Press Ctrl Alt and Del simultaneously once The Windows Task Manager window appears 204 lf Something Goes Wrong 2 55 Problems that are easy to fix 2 Click the Applications tab If a program has stopped responding the words not responding appear beside
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107. enter and open the My Music window you may not find any music files listed unless there is a music CD in your CD drive or unless you have already added audio files to your Windows Media Player Library If you do not have any music files listed you need to add music files to the Windows Media Player Library and then restart Media Center to play your music files in Media Center When you copy music files using Windows Media Player and your computer is connected to the Internet the CD information is copied and displayed in Media Center and in the Windows Media Player Library To play a music CD using Media Center 1 If you insert a CD when Media Center is not open a message appears asking what you want to do You can select Windows Media Player as your default audio player If you have another program set as the default 21 2 Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Listening to Music audio player Windows opens this program and begins playing the CD 2 Press the Start button on the remote control 3 Insert a CD into the CD drive the CD plays automatically in Media Center If you have other media such as live TV already playing when you insert the CD Media Center asks you if you want to play the CD Select Yes to begin playing the CD NOTE Media Center cannot be used to record music files Use Windows Media Player to record music files Finding Music Files in My Music After you have added
108. er provided may not be a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long distance transmission charges In order to program this information into your fax transmission refer to the fax software instructions installed on this computer Alarm Equipment If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line ensure the installation of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment consult your telephone company or a qualified installer Instructions for IC CS 03 Certified Equipment 1 NOTICE The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document s The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user s satisfaction Before installing this equipment users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier Any repairs
109. er the serial port provides a serial interface between a computer and an appropriate device Compare parallel shortcut See keyboard shortcut software See program Compare hardware Standby A feature of some Windows operating systems that allows you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer on again Suspend A feature of some Windows operating systems that allows you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer on again system disk A diskette that contains the operating system files needed to start the computer Any diskette can be formatted as a system disk A system disk is also called a bootable disk or a startup disk Compare non system disk system prompt The symbol in MS DOS generally a drive letter followed by a greater than sign indicating where users are to enter commands T TFT display See active matrix display w 319 universal serial bus USB A serial bus that supports a data transfer rate of up to 480 Mbps 480 million bits per second USB can connect up to 127 peripheral devices through a single all purpose USB port USB allows hot swapping of peripherals See also bus hot swapping serial upload To send a file to another computer through a modem or network See also download USB See uni
110. er Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba com computers toshiba com www toshiba ca www toshiba Europe com www toshiba co jp index htm http servicio toshiba com Australia Toshiba Australia Pty Limited 84 92 Talavera Road North Ryde NSW 2113 Sydney Australia France Toshiba Syst mes France S A 7 Rue Ampere B P 131 92800 Puteaux C dex France Italy Centro Direzionale Colleoni Palazzo Perseo Via Paracelso 10 20041 Agrate Brianza Milano Italy Worldwide Toshiba corporate site Marketing and product information in the USA Canada Europe Japan Mexico and all of Latin America Toshiba s worldwide offices Canada Toshiba Canada Ltd 191 McNabb Street Markham Ontario L3R 8H2 Canada Germany Toshiba Europe GmbH LeibnizstraBbe 2 D 93055 Regensburg Germany Japan Toshiba Corporation PCO IO 1 1 Shibaura 1 Chome Minato Ku Tokyo 105 8001 Japan 2 82 lf Something Goes Wrong Toshiba s worldwide offices Latin America and Caribbean Mexico Toshiba America Information Toshiba de M xico S A de C V Systems Sierra Candela No 111 6to Piso 9740 Irvine Blvd Col Lomas de Chapultepec Irvine California 92618 CP 11000 Mexico DE USA 800 457 7777 within the US 949 859 4273 outside of the US this call may incur long distance charges Spain United Kingdom Toshiba Information Systems Toshiba Information Systems Espa a S A U K Ltd Parque Empresarial San
111. er saver 82 lighting 45 main battery changing 129 removing 130 memory expansion slots 63 problem solving 264 removing expansion slot cover 64 memory module inserting 65 removing 67 Memory Stick inserting 157 removing 158 microphone 152 built in 152 Microsoft Support Online Web site 260 modem determining COM port 142 problem solving 277 resetting port to default settings 142 upgrading 142 module memory 65 Wi Fi Mini PC 146 monitor connecting 75 78 not working 267 mouse installing 68 serial 68 network 242 accessing 144 Dial Up Networking Wizard 144 networking wireless 144 0 other documentation 40 overlay keys 89 x 325 P password deleting a supervisor 252 disabling a user 253 supervisor set up 250 passwords instant using 250 setting 249 PC Card checklist 274 CIS Card Information Structure 273 computer stops working 275 configuring 156 errors 275 hot swapping fails 275 inserting 155 modem default 142 not recognized 275 problem solving 273 274 275 removing 156 setting up 156 port COM 142 Ethernet LAN 145 S video In connecting to 80 posture 44 power alarms 126 computer will not start 256 problem solving 265 turning on 57 universal power supply 290 power button 58 power mode creating new 244 customizing 244 Power Saver 243 power source 52 power usage mode 127 hot key 128 power usage mode hot key 284 powering down using Standby 115 precautions 46 54 other comp
112. ers hold down both Fn and Shift while you type the letters To use the cursor control overlay when the numeric overlay is on press and hold down Shift while you use the cursor control keys To return to the numeric overlay release Shift To turn off the numeric keypad overlay hold down the Fn key and press F11 again The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out Using the overlay for cursor control To turn the cursor control overlay on press Fn and F10 simultaneously The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on To type alphabetic characters while the overlay is on For lowercase letters hold down Fn while you type the letters For uppercase letters hold down both Fn and Shift while you type the letters To use the numeric keypad overlay when the cursor control overlay is on hold down Shift while you use the numeric overlay keys To return to the cursor control overlay release Shift Learning the Basics OF Starting a program To turn off the cursor control overlay hold down the Fn key and press F10 again The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out Starting a program The easiest way to start a program is to double click the name of the file that contains the information you want to work on To find the file use My Computer or Windows Explorer If you prefer to open the program fir
113. ers and associated devices that are connected by communications facilities A network allows you to share data and peripheral devices such as printers with other users and to exchange electronic mail 316 non interlaced A method of refreshing a computer screen in which each pixel of every line is refreshed as the electron beam scans across and down the screen Compare interlaced non system disk A disk for storing programs and data that cannot be used to start the computer Compare system disk 0 online Available through the computer Online may refer to information being read from your own computer s hard disk such as online documentation or online help or to information coming from another company on a company network or the Internet operating system A set of programs that controls how the computer works Examples of operating systems are Windows XP and Windows 2000 P palette See color palette parallel Processes that occur simultaneously In communications it means the transmission of more than one bit of information at a time A parallel port provides a parallel communications interface between a computer and an appropriate device Compare serial password A unique string of characters entered by a user to verify his or her identity to the computer or the network PC Card A credit card sized expansion card designed to increase the capabilities of notebook computers PC Cards provide functions s
114. es the computer When setting up the various passwords keep the following in mind The user password can be set up under the supervisor password The supervisor password must be set before the user password or the user password must be deleted and then re entered after the supervisor password is set TECHNICAL NOTE When you delete the supervisor password the user password is also deleted Va Using an instant password An instant password secures your system with a single keystroke Use this feature when you leave your desk for a few minutes and do not want to turn off the computer To use an instant password press Fn then press F1 An instant password has no effect on an optional USB mouse or trackball To unlock your system press any key or the TouchPad and the Windows Logon screen will appear Select your user name and enter your password if any Using a supervisor or user password A supervisor password prevents other users from changing hardware configuration options Setting a supervisor password To register a password for the power on password functions 1 Click Start then click All Programs Toshiba Utilities 2 D Setting passwords 2 Point to TOSHIBA Console then click the resulting TOSHIBA Console selection You may also press the TOSHIBA Console button to the left of the keyboard to open the TOSHIBA Console The TOSHIBA Console window appears 3 On the left side select Secu
115. ess DOWN Arrow the CTRL DOWN Arrow keys to decrease the volume keys 1 Press the i key to scroll through inputs to the TV tuner S video Composite In and Antenna In Fl Press the F1 key to view the television guide F2 Press the F2 key to access the Setup menu Connecting an External Device You can connect any external device such as a camcorder or game box that uses a video out audio out composite connection This allows you to use your computer to watch home movies play video games and so on See the documentation for the external device you are using for more information 1 Connect the external device to the computer using the composite cable plug on the back of the computer 2 Press the Monitor button to establish the connection with the external device Exploring Your Options 1 6 Using QosmioPlayer TAA wo Y Sample pressing the Monitor button 3 Press the Monitor button to close and exit the external device environment and return to Windows or the QosmioPlayer Remote Control for QosmioPlayer You can use your remote control with QosmioPlayer to play CDs and DVDs and to watch television programs through QosmioPlayer The remote control helps you navigate the QosmioPlayer windows on your computer s screen just as a cable TV remote control navigates cable TV options or controls the playback of a movie in a VCR or DVD player Using the remote control you can Navigate and
116. ess and hold the Fn key then press the desired assignment key Using the pointing device move the cursor over the desired key in the Fn esse window and press the secondary button The Assignment Type dialog box appears Sample Fn esse assignment type dialog box Making a direct key assignment 1 Select Direct to display the Add Edit Command dialog box 2 Enter the Description Command Line and Working Directory for the new Fn esse key assignment or click Browse to specify this information 3 Click OK 2 40 Toshiba Utilities Fn esse Making a popup assignment 1 Select Popup to display the Application Explorer dialog box 2 Select the desired folder The left side of the Application Explorer window displays the folders in the Programs menu The right side lists the programs and documents in the folder These are the items that will appear in the popup list 3 To create a popup list with items from various folders or to pick only a few items from a folder create a new folder containing only the desired programs and documents If you are unsure how to do this refer to your Windows XP operating system documentation 4 Click OK to associate the folder with the key you just selected To open a popup list showing the items in that folder press Fn plus the appropriate key from within any Windows program Viewing existing key assignments To view the existing key assignments choose Assignments f
117. eys associated with a popup list are shown on the Fn esse keyboard in the selected color Unavailable keys are light gray There are two ways to assign a key to open a program or document Using drag and drop Using the keyboard or pointing device The method most often used is drag and drop Using drag and drop to assign a key To assign a key to a program or document 1 Start both Fn esse and Windows Explorer or the program supporting drag and drop 2 Resize the Explorer window so that you can see both the Fn esse keyboard and Explorer at the same time 3 In the Explorer window highlight the program or document file you wish to assign to a key 4 Click and hold the primary button as you drag the highlighted item from Explorer to the key on the Fn esse keyboard to which you want to assign it 5 Release the primary button Fn esse displays the Add Edit Command dialog box with the Description Command Line and Working Directory fields automatically completed 6 Click OK to close the Add Edit Command dialog box with your key assignment in place Toshiba Utilities 2 39 Fn esse The program or document is now associated with the key you just selected To open the program or document press Fn plus the appropriate key from within any Windows program Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign keys To assign a key to open a program or document start Fn esse and either Using the keyboard pr
118. first time Getting Started 5 Using the computer for the first time NOTE Over a period of time and depending on the usage of the computer the brightness of the LCD Screen will deteriorate This is an intrinsic characteristic of LCD technology Maximum brightness is only available when operating in AC power mode Screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery power and you will not be able to increase the brightness of the screen Your computer s features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are designed to accommodate all possible configurations for an entire product Series Your selected model may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to all of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis unless you have selected all those features Below are examples of some of the many possible icons that may come on your computer S2 V Sample system icons This information applies to all the features and icons described in this guide Turning on the power 1 Make sure any external devices such as the AC adapter if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power are properly connected and ready 2 Check to ensure that all disc drives are empty D 8 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 3 Press and hold the power button until the on off light on the system indicator panel glows green approximately one second An indicator light on th
119. g the connectors on the memory module or on the computer Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems 11 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw 12 Turn the computer over and restart it You can now continue setting up the computer When the operating system has loaded you can verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory If you are adding extra memory after setting up the computer verify that the computer has recognized it correctly as described in Checking total memory on page 68 Removing a memory module 1 Complete steps 1 7 in Installing additional memory optional to shut down the computer and open the memory module cover CAUTION VO not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on You can damage the computer and the device Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in Standby mode The computer could hang up the next time you turn it on and data in memory will be lost In either of the above cases the Standby configuration will not be saved Getting Started 6 Installing additional memory optional The following message appears when you turn on the power Warning Resume Failure Press Any Key To Continue lf the computer hangs up when you turn it on perform the following Press the power button and hold it down for five seconds then turn the power on again 2 Pull the clips away from the mem
120. g your remote control or your keyboard and mouse BLUE HILLS August 10 2004 SAMPLE PICTURES Sample My Pictures screen After you organize your pictures in the My Pictures folder in Windows Explorer open Media Center to view your pictures 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window 2 Select My Pictures The right side of the window shows a small picture image thumbnail and if you have organized your pictures into folders folder icons Your pictures are displayed just as you organized them in the My Pictures folder in Windows Explorer 3 Use the arrow buttons on the remote control to move through your picture files and folder files and select a picture 4 Press OK to select a picture or folder to view The selected picture opens in full screen mode 218 Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Displaying Your Pictures Viewing a Slide Show To view pictures as a slide show 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window Select My Pictures Use the arrow buttons on the remote control to select the folder of pictures you want to view as a slide show and then press OK Use the left and right arrow buttons on the remote control to go to the next or the previous picture manually or use the arrow buttons to select Play Slide Show and then press
121. ge default options This chapter describes the utilities supplied by Toshiba Fn esse Hotkey utility TOSHIBA Console Toshiba Hardware Settings Power Saver Using a supervisor or user password 236 Toshiba Utilities 23 Fn esse Fn esse Desktop shortcuts and Toshiba s Fn esse program provide quick ways to open programs documents and folders from within any Windows program without using the Start menu For more information on creating desktop shortcuts refer to the operating system documentation that came with your computer This section describes how to use the Fn esse program to quickly access your programs and files With Fn esse you can assign an Fn key combination to Open a Windows XP operating system program Open a file in its associated program Display a customized folder of programs and or files from which to choose Fn esse also has several keys known as hot keys that perform preassigned operations For more information see Hot Keys on page 283 You can assign any key that is not associated with a hot key or a keyboard overlay Starting Fn esse 1 Click Start point to All Programs Toshiba then Utilities then click Fn esse The Fn esse keyboard appears Ci Fresse m Sample Fn esse window 23 8 Toshiba Utilities Fn esse The keys are color coded as follows Available keys are dark gray with white letters Assigned keys and k
122. ged battery lasts when you are using the computer depends on a number of factors such as How the computer is configured How much you use the display panel instead of an external monitor How much you use the hard disk and other drives Whether you use any optional devices to which the battery supplies power such as a PC Card Where you are working since operating time decreases at low temperatures There are various ways in which you can conserve power and extend the operating time of your battery Enable Standby or Hibernation which saves power when you turn off the computer and turn it back on again Use Toshiba s power saving options These power saving options control the way in which the computer is configured By using them you can greatly increase the length of time you can use the computer before you need to recharge the battery Toshiba has combined these options into preset power usage modes or profiles 1 2 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power Power profiles in Windows XP In Windows XP you can choose from predefined power profile or select your own combination of power management options The following steps describe this procedure NOTE If you try to use the power management feature in Windows a message tells you to close the Microsoft power options and use the Toshiba Power Saver instead 1 Open the Start menu click Control Panel then Performance and Maintenance
123. grams automatically save your file to the My Videos folder in Windows Explorer DQ Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Watching Your Digital Movies If not move your videos into the My Videos or Shared Videos folder in Windows Explorer for Media Center to be able to find and play them Once you have placed all your videos into the My Videos or Shared Videos folder you can rename add delete and organize them into folders To organize and store your videos click Start on the taskbar click My Documents and then double click the My Videos folder If you want to share your videos with others place them in the Shared Video folder To do this click Start on the taskbar click My Documents click the Shared Documents folder under Other Places and then double click the Shared Video folder You can add delete edit rename and organize your video files into folders you create in the Shared Video folder Your videos can now be played in Media Center Playing Digital Videos After you organize your videos in the My Videos or Shared Videos folder in Windows Explorer open Media Center to watch your videos 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window 2 Select My Videos The right side of the window shows small images of your video files and folder icons if you have organized your videos into folders 3 Use the arrow buttons on
124. h area select Channel and Time If the channel is incorrect enter the correct channel with the numeric keys on your keyboard Use the arrow buttons on the remote and buttons on the screen to select the correct settings Select Change Title if you would like to name the manual recording Enter letters by using the keys on your keyboard to name the recording and then select Save Select Record to schedule the manual TV recording and return to the Recorded TV menu Changing Your Settings The Media Center Settings option allows you to gt gt gt gt gt Change settings for your television service provider Change settings for your Internet Service Provider Manually update the My TV Television Program Guide Check your remote control Change your ZIP Code to receive the correct Television Program Guide for your area To change settings on the My TV screen click Settings This window allows you to change several settings that control how Media Center plays and records TV programs as Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 20 Recording TV well as how it plays DVDs In particular you can change settings for Recording a TV program including manually recording The TV Guide The TV Signal Adjust display settings Audio settings To make a change click on the desired setting Changing recording priorities If Media Center encounters a recordi
125. he central point for controlling all Media Center features With a quick click of the mouse or using your remote control you can Watch or record TV programs Listen to music Display your digital photos Watch your own digital movies Watch a DVD movie Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 1 89 Using Media Center Change your Media Center Settings When enjoying the Media Center use the icons on the Title Bar to return to the Media Center main screen go back to the previous screen or to display the Media Center s online help Home screen Back Help e Sample Title Bar Icons Use the Media Playback controls at the bottom of the screen to control your movies music and photo displays Channel up and down Play Replay Rewind Previous Stop Record Skip Fast Forward Next Mute Volume up and down Media Playback controls 1 00 Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Using Media Center Navigating Media Center In the Media Center windows a selected item such as a folder file or menu item is outlined with a green border To select items use the arrow buttons on the remote control and then the OK button to enter your selection If you have media playing such as music or a television program it displays in an inset window in the lower left corner To switch from watching your media in the inset window to watching it in full screen mod
126. he file takes Inthe Recorder Defaults window select Until I watch as the Keep setting for each recorded show 228 Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Changing the Media Center Settings Change TV Guide Settings In the Guide Settings you can select which channels to display and you can manually update your Guide from the Internet TV Guide settings are the same for each user and can be changed only by the administrator of the computer To change the TV Guide settings 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window Select Settings Select TV Select Guide gt Select Edit Channels to add or remove a channel from the Guide Select Add Missing Channels to add a TV channel that is missing from the Guide Select Setup Guide Listings to show or hide channels that appear in the Guide To show a channel select the channel check box To hide a channel clear the check box Select Get Latest Guide Listings to manually update the Television Program Guide from the Internet Media Center connects to the Internet This may take a few minutes to update Select Guide Terms of Service to view the Guide s terms of service statement Select About Guide Listings to find out general Guide information and the date range of your current Television Program Guide Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2
127. he program file or Web site URL that is to start after switching to this profile For example to have Internet Explorer start in Windows XP after switching profiles type C Program Files Internet Explorer IEXPLORE EXE Click OK 300 Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Add Profite x ema Sample Add Profile screen NOTE The online help provides real world examples of setting up profiles for different networking environments After you set up one or more profiles you can check their settings and fine tune them as necessary Profiles can also be imported and exported This feature is useful when transferring profile settings to other computers For more information about modifying importing and exporting profiles refer to the online help Quick Connect The Quick Connect feature switches the Wireless LAN connection to connect to a Toshiba Wireless Projector Once the projector utility is installed launching the Quick Connect utility automatically opens the Wireless Data Projector Application There you can configure how you would like to use the projector Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer 307 ConfigFree Utilities To connect to a Toshiba Wireless Projector 1 Click the icon in the system tray 2 Move the mouse pointer to Toshiba Wireless Projector DPJ then click Connect Launching Quick Connect prevents you from using the network to connect to a Tos
128. hen using your computer maintain good posture with your body relaxed and your weight distributed evenly Proper seating is a primary factor in reducing work strain Some people find a backless chair more comfortable than a conventional chair Below eye Aoo o Approximately 90 angles Footrest Fada Correct posture and positioning of the computer Getting Started 4p Selecting a place to work Position your chair so that the keyboard is at or slightly lower than the level of your elbow You should be able to type comfortably with your shoulders relaxed and your forearms parallel to the floor If you are using a conventional chair Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips If necessary use a footrest to raise the level of your knees and ease the pressure on the back of your thighs Adjust the back of your chair so that it supports the lower curve of your spine If necessary use a cushion to provide extra back support Lower back support cushions are available at many office supply stores Sit with your back straight so that your knees hips and elbows form approximately 90 degree angles when you work Do not slump forward or lean back too far Lighting Proper lighting can improve the readability of the display and reduce eyestrain Position the display panel or external monitor so that sunlight or bright indoor lighting does not reflect off the screen Use tinte
129. hiba Wireless Projector when the wireless LAN Configuration is set to Ad hoc If you are connected to an access point the connection is broken and re established later To review the current Toshiba Wireless Projector settings and change them if necessary 1 Click the icon in the system tray 2 Move the mouse pointer to Toshiba Wireless Projector DPJ then click Settings The Quick Connect properties dialog box appears 3 Complete the settings Refer to the online help if necessary 4 Click OK NOTE The default connection setting is for Ad hoc mode therefore if the setting on the Toshiba Wireless Projector is in Infrastructure mode it will not connect however you can change the settings to Infrastructure mode to match the settings on the projector 302 Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample Projector icon when connected with Quick Connect If the wireless mode for the wireless setting is set for 5 GHz 802 1 1a Quick Connect changes this mode to 2 4 GHz 802 11b and then connects to the projector The wireless LAN configuration returns to the settings that were last used before the Quick Connect function was started If the Toshiba Wireless Projector utility is closed If you select Toshiba Wireless Projector DPJ from the ConfigFree tray menu this disconnects the wireless LAN connection If you select a profile from the ConfigFree tray menu or when you
130. hip A small piece of silicon containing computer logic and circuits for processing memory input output and or control functions Chips are mounted on printed circuit boards click To press and release the TouchPad control button or mouse button without moving the TouchPad or mouse In Windows this refers to the left mouse button or primary TouchPad control button unless otherwise stated See also double click color palette A set of specified colors that establishes the colors that can be displayed on the screen at a particular time compatibility The extent to which computers programs or devices can work together harmoniously using the same commands formats or language as another configuration 1 The collection of components that make up a single computer system 2 How parts of the system are set up that is configured 310 0 controller A device that controls the transfer of data from a computer to a peripheral device and vice versa For example disk drives monitors keyboards and printers all require controllers CPU See central processing unit CPU CPU cache A section of very fast memory residing between the CPU and the computer s main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to execute commands and programs See also cache LI cache L2 cache cursor A symbol that indicates the current position on the screen The shape of the cursor varies depending on
131. ic back up copies of all the data stored on the hard disk or other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures alteration or loss of the data IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS OF DATA OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING THEREFROM WHEN COPYING OR TRANSFERRING YOUR DATA PLEASE BE SURE TO CONFIRM WHETHER THE DATA HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY COPIED OR TRANSFERRED TOSHIBA DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR THE FAILURE TO COPY OR TRANSFER THE DATA CORRECTLY Critical Applications The computer you have purchased is not designed for any critical applications Critical applications means life support systems medical applications connections to implanted medical devices commercial transportation nuclear facilities or systems or any other applications where product failure could lead to injury to persons or loss of life or catastrophic property damage ACCORDINGLY TOSHIBA ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN ANY CRITICAL APPLICATIONS IF YOU USE THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN A CRITICAL APPLICATION YOU AND NOT TOSHIBA ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUCH USE FCC Notice Declaration of Conformity Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
132. ice connecting 75 display mode setting 76 display modes hot key 287 display output settings 78 display panel closing 82 opening 56 disposal information 27 disposing of used batteries 135 DMA Direct Memory Access 261 double click 60 DVD ROM or multi function drive cannot access disc 271 drive tray will not open 272 inserting discs 102 problems 271 removing 108 troubleshooting 263 E environmental considerations 44 ergonomics 45 posture 44 error messages device driver conflict 260 general hardware problem 260 non system disk or disk error 25 271 problem with display settings current settings not working with hardware 268 program has performed an illegal operation 255 warning resume failure 257 Error checking 270 Ethernet LAN port 145 expansion memory slot 64 exploring the desktop 137 external mouse 68 external diskette drive connecting 73 external display adjusting the picture quality 79 external monitor not working 268 F FAT File Allocation Table 269 FCC Notice Declaration of Con formity Information 3 FCC requirements 4 file extensions 95 file names 95 file backing up 86 files backing up 97 copying to diskette 97 printing 96 restoring 97 saving 94 FN keys 88 Fn esse starting 237 using to assign keys 239 Fn esse program 237 323 assigning a key 237 using drag and drop 238 function keys 88 G game box connection 166 H hardware conflicts 260 resolving 262 headphones
133. icrosoft documentation for more information or refer to the documentation that came with the PC Card Some card manufacturers use special software called enablers to support their cards Enablers result in nonstandard configurations that can cause problems when installing the PC Card If your system does not have built in drivers for your PC Card and the card did not come with an operating system driver it may not work under the operating system Contact the 2 4 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict manufacturer of the PC Card for information about using the card under the operating system PC Card checklist Make sure the card is inserted properly into the slot See Inserting and removing PC Cards on page 154 for information about how to insert PC Cards Make sure all cables are securely connected Occasionally a defective PC Card slips through quality control If another PCMCIA equipped computer is available try the card in that machine If the card malfunctions again it may be defective Resolving PC Card problems Here are some common problems and their solutions The slots appear to be dead PC Cards that used to work no longer work Check the PC Card status 1 Click Start 2 Click My Computer icon with the secondary button NN on A U then click Properties The System Properties dialog box appears Click the Hardware tab Click the Device Manager button Double click the P
134. ide Functional only with Media Center Edition Pause Turns off QosmioPlayer s DVD CD or TV function Play Plays the media Forward Moves media DVD or music forward Skip Moves media DVD or music forward More Functional only with Media Center Edition OK Selects the desired action or window option It acts like the Enter key If watching TV pressing OK switches back to the previously viewed channel Press again to toggle back It acts the same way as a Skip button on some TV remote controls Start Opens QosmioPlayer to the main window Channel Page Control Changes the TV channel or moves a page up and down depending on the available options 1 10 Exploring Your Options Using QosmioPlayer Mute Disables your computer s sound Press again to enable sound DVD Menu Turns on QosmioPlayer s CD DVD function Live TV When the computer is off turns on QosmioPlayer and displays a live TV program Remote Control Button Groups Use your remote control to navigate all the QosmioPlayer windows Your remote control includes three major groups of controls gt Media play The media play buttons control the play of DVDs and CDs Navigation and direct access The navigation buttons move the cursor around to select desired action or window options much like a mouse does Audio and Video The audio and video buttons control sound and channel selec
135. ies For Title and Keyword searches enter your descriptive search words The Media Center starts searching from the first letter you type into the text box For a Categories search select the category you want and press OK Drill down to the programs listing 5 Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the search results to select the show you want to record select the show and then press OK 6 Select Record or Record Series in the window and then press OK The recording icon for a single program or the recording icon for a series appears next to the show in the Guide 7 Press Back on the remote control to return to the previous window If there is a recording conflict the Media Center displays a message and allows you to select which show you want to record Recording Manually Recording a program manually allows you to select a specific date channel and recording time period For some programs you may want to begin recording before the scheduled beginning and after the scheduled ending of the program 206 Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Recording TV To manually record a show or series 1 nan amp UO N Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window Select My TV Select Recorded TV Select Add Recording Select the channel using the Channel Page button on the remote Under the Create a custom recording wit
136. ies with you You can then replace a discharged battery and continue working Charging the batteries NOTE Battery charge time may vary depending on the applications power management settings and features used The battery needs to be charged before you can use it to power the computer CAUTION Never leave batteries in the battery charger for more than a week at a time Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the battery Use only battery chargers designed to work with your notebook computer You can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshibas Web site at accessories toshiba com 1 2 Mobile Computing Charging the batteries Charging the main battery To charge the main battery while it is in your computer plug the computer into a live electrical outlet The battery charges whether the computer is on or off 7 TECHNICAL NOTE When your computer is using all of the df power provided by the AC Adapter to run applications f features and devices the recharging of the battery cannot occur Your computer s Power Saver utility can be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge The main battery light glows amber while the battery is being charged and glows green when it is fully charged The battery may not start charging immediately under the following conditions The battery is extremely hot or cold
137. iewing contents 106 CD DVD creating 105 CDs inserting 102 problem solving 272 channels DMA 261 IRQ 261 character keys 87 charging the battery 55 checking device properties 263 click 60 communications network connection 144 system resources 261 compact discs inserting 101 102 problem solving 272 removing 108 computer customizing 242 non system disk or disk error message 257 not accessing disk drives 256 running on battery power 119 setting up 63 turning off 81 warning resume message 257 computer placement 44 computer setup 49 computer friendly environment 42 computing tips 85 failure Connecting external AV input de vices 79 Connecting external display devices 74 connecting to a power source 52 connection set up 144 conserving battery power 127 Contents CDs 106 DVDs 106 control buttons 60 critical applications 3 Ctrl keys 88 D desktop creating new icon 138 exploring 137 icons 138 major features 138 Device Manager 262 checking properties 263 disabling a device 262 263 devices keyboard 68 mouse 68 Disk Defragmenter 270 disk drive corrupted damaged data files 270 missing files trouble accessing a disk 269 running slow 270 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 271 cannot read a diskette 271 connecting 73 external connecting 73 322 e diskettes copying files to 97 display does not look normal flickers 268 external monitor not working 268 latch 56 screen 1s blank 267 display dev
138. ified low power radio station 1 Sticker Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product 13 In the frequency bandwidth of this equipment industrial device scientific device medical device like microwave oven licensed premises radio station and non licensed specified low power radio station for mobile object identification system RF ID that is used in product line of factories Other Radio Stations are used 1 Please make sure before using this equipment that no Other Radio Stations are used in the neighborhood 2 In case that RF interference occurs to Other Radio Stations from this equipment please change promptly the frequency for use place to use or stop emitting Radio 3 Please contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have a problem such as interference from this equipment to Other Radio Stations 2 Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment 1 2 3 2 4DSOF4 aes ee a 4 1 2 4 This equipment uses a frequency of 2 4 GHz 2 DS This equipment uses DS SS modulation OF This equipment uses OFDM modulation 3 The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m EE GS E This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2 400 MHz to 2 483 5 MHz It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems 3 TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday Friday 10 00 17 00 Toll Free Tel 0120 13 1100 Direct Dial 03 3457 5916 Fax 03 5444 9450 Device Author
139. ignment for detailed information see Fn esse on page 237 gt Toshiba Hardware Settings Toshiba Button Controls gt bsd hS ConfigFree CD DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer gt Toshiba Picture Enhancement Utility Network The Network category features the following utilities w Connectivity Doctor Bluetooth Start Bluetooth Settings Bluetooth Local COM Settings For more information see Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer on page 291 Security The features available in this category are Supervisor password and User password Toshiba Utilities P 43 TOSHIBA Console Power Saver The Power Saver feature enables you to control your computer s power usage regardless of the source and use the many preset power modes or create one yourself To access Power Management through the TOSHIBA 4 Console double click the Power Management icon The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window The Power Properties window shows the power profiles which are optimized for several different working environments You can either use one of the preset modes or create and use your own customized profile The preset profiles cannot be deleted By changing the options that appear in the Toshiba Power Saver Properties window and clicking OK you can reconfigure that function Any options th
140. inistrator of the computer 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window 2 Select Settings Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 225 Changing the Media Center Settings 3 Select General The General Settings screen includes the following options Select Startup and Window Behavior to change Media Centers startup and window behavior for example you can elect to start Media Center when Windows starts Select Visual and Sound Effects to turn transition animations or navigation sounds on or off Use the arrow buttons to select the item to change and then press OK on the remote control Select OK in the window and then press OK again Select More Program Options to allow applications in More Programs to control the media experience in Media Center or access media information from Media Center Select Media Center Setup to run the Media Center Setup wizard again or perform specific tasks performed by the wizard such as set up your internet connection tv signal speakers and so on You can also join a wireless network and restore start page defaults from this screen Select Parental Control to set passwords movie ratings and other controls Select Automatic Download Options to change your download settings Download when connected or Manual download Select About Media Center to view information about the Media Center
141. ion files You can use Explorer or My Computer to view the contents of any CD or DVD Playing a DVD If your DVD title came with InterActual DVD Player installed on it Toshiba recommends that you cancel the installation and use the copy of Intervideo WinDVD that shipped with your computer to play this type of DVD title Configuring your computer s Component port to display ona digital TV Use the following steps to configure your Qosmio computer to display on a digital TV 1 Attach the component out cable to your computer and to the TV 2 Right click on the desktop and click Properties on the menu The Display Properties dialog box appears 3 Click the Settings tab 4 On the Settings tab click the Advanced button The NVIDIA GeForce Properties dialog box appears Learning the Basics 1 0 7 Using the DVD ROM or multi function drive 5 Click the GeForce FX tab 6 On the nView Display Mode pulldown menu select Clone 7 On the Primary Secondary pulldown menu select Digital flat panel TV 8 In the display box click the TV 1b icon 9 Click the Device Settings settings button The Device Settings menu appears 10 Select TV format then select 525i 4801 D1 11 Click Apply 12 When the message Your desktop has been reconfigured appears click Yes 13 Click OK The HDTV Overscan Configuration dialog box appears 14 Click OK 15 Click on the display 1b to send the display out to your TV 16 On the Dis
142. ireless network adapter This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries regions in the following table CAUTION Do not use this equipment except in the countries regions in the following table NOTE This device works on passive scan only A peer to peer mode is not available in 802 11a and Turbo Mode 802 11b 2 4 GHz Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Ireland Italy Liechtenstein Luxembourg Netherlands New Zealand Norway Portugal Sweden Switzerland UK USA 802 1 1a 5 GHz Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Ireland Italy Liechtenstein Luxembourg Netherlands New Zealand Norway Portugal Sweden Switzerland UK USA Turbo Mode 5 GHz Canada USA Approved Countries Regions for use for the Intel PRO Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries regions in the following table CAUTION Do not use this equipment except in the countries regions in the following table Argentina Australia Austria Belgium Brazil Canada Chile Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Iceland Ireland Italy Japan Liechtenstein Luxembourg Mexico Netherlands New Zealand Norway Peru Portugal Singapore Spain Sweden Switzerland UK Uruguay USA Venezuela
143. is closed Getting Started bb Charging the main battery If the main battery is present the battery light lt 3 glows Amber while the battery is charging Green when the battery is fully charged If the battery light flashes amber during charging either the battery pack is malfunctioning or it is not receiving input from the AC power supply Disconnect the AC cable and remove the battery pack See If Something Goes Wrong on page 254 for troubleshooting information Charging the main battery To charge the main battery plug the computer into a live wall outlet It takes several hours to charge the battery with the computer off It takes much longer to charge the battery while the computer is on For more information on battery use see Running the computer on battery power on page 119 CAUTION Once the battery is charged for the first time avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for more than a few hours at a time Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery Va TECHNICAL NOTE When your computer is using all of the power provided by the AC Adapter to run applications features and devices the recharging of the battery cannot occur Your computer s Power Saver utility can be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge 56 Getting Started Using the computer for the
144. istration Regulation This document contains technical data that may be controlled under the U S Export Administration Regulations and may be subject to the approval of the U S Department of Commerce prior to export Any export directly or indirectly in contravention of the U S Export Administration Regulations is prohibited Notice The information contained in this manual including but not limited to any product specifications is subject to change without notice TOSHIBA CORPORATION AND TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS INC TOSHIBA PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO ANY OF THE FOREGOING TOSHIBA ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR ANY DAMAGES INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM ANY TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL IN NO EVENT SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL SPECIAL OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES WHETHER BASED ON TORT CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF Trademarks Noteworthy is a registered trademark and SelectServ FreedomWare SmartMedia and Qosmio are trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems Inc and or Toshiba Corporation Microsof
145. ition operating system If you have work in progress and are not connected to a network use the Windows Standby or Hibernate commands to save your system settings to memory so that when you turn on the computer again you will automatically return to where you left off 82 Getting Started Caring for your computer CAUTION Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use Doing so may damage the media in use and result in loss of data For more information see Powering down the computer on page 109 Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer For information about taking care of your computer s battery see Running the computer on battery power on page 119 Cleaning the computer CAUTION Keep liquids including cleaning fluid out of the computer s keyboard speaker and other openings Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer To keep your computer clean gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth Ask your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products Closing the display panel When you are finished shut the computer down and close the display panel to keep dust and dirt out of the computer If you close the computer while it is still on these actions will occur If you have the LCD power saver feature se
146. its name in the list 3 Select the program you want to close then click End Task Closing the failed program should allow you to continue working If it does not continue with step 3 4 Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting the program name then End Task 5 Click Start Turn off computer The Turn off computer window appears 6 Click Turn off The computer turns off Your program performs an illegal operation If you receive the message Your program has performed an illegal operation you should record the details of the message and consult the software manufacturer To record the details 1 Click the Details button and select the text the operating system displays The Details button displays information that the software manufacturer needs to help you solve your problem 2 Press Ctrl and c simultaneously to copy the text to the clipboard 3 Open Notepad click Start point to All Programs then point to Accessories and click Notepad 4 Press Ctrl and v simultaneously to paste the details into Notepad 256 lf Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer 5 Add a paragraph break and type some notes describing what you were doing when you received the message 6 Save the file and refer to it when you contact the software manufacturer Problems when you turn on the computer These problems may occur when you turn on the power The computer will not start Make sure
147. ive menus For these reasons your computer may come with a DVD ROM drive or multi function drive TECHNICAL NOTE Your DVD ROM or multi function drive is Set to play region 1 North America DVD ROMSs If you play a DVD disc from another region the drive will automatically change to play in the format of the other region The drive will allow you to change regions four times On the fourth change the region will be locked in That is the drive will only play DVDs from the last region Note that changing from region 1 to region 2 and back to region 1 is counted as two changes NOTE For optimum CD and DVD performance it is recommended that you play CDs and DVDs while running the computer on AC power You use CD ROMs and DVD ROM to load and run software and to access reference material such as catalogs as well as listen to music A special feature allows you to play audio CDs and movie DVDs even when the computer is turned off For more information see Using QosmioPlayer on page 160 Learning the Basics QO Using the DVD ROM or multi function drive Drive components and control buttons The DVD ROM or multi function drive is located on the right side of the computer The Media control buttons are located above the keyboard and can be accessed when the display panel is open DVD ROM drive components Your DVD ROM or multi function drive may look like this dise Drive in use indicator light
148. ization This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification and the Technical Conditions Compliance Approval and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law and the Telecommunications Business Law of Japan The Name of the radio equipment refer to the equipment label provided on the computer JAPAN APPROVALS INSTITUTE FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT Approval Number D01 1128JP TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approval Number O3NY A0018 03GZDA0017 The following restrictions apply Do not disassemble or modify the device Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device 5 17 GHz to 5 23 GHz for indoor use only Radio approvals for wireless devices NOTE The following information is dependent on what type of wireless device is in your computer Approved Countries Regions for use for the Atheros AR5BMB 43 44 Mini PCI Wireless network adapter This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries regions in the following table CAUTION Do not use this equipment except in the countries regions in the following table NOTE This device works on passive scan only A peer to peer mode is not available in 802 11a and Turbo Mode 802 11b 2 4 GHz Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Ireland Italy Liechtenstein Luxembou
149. k the Computer Management and then Device Manager Select the specific device from the device category 7 lf Something Goes Wrong 263 Resolving a hardware conflict In the toolbar look to the far right for an icon of a monitor with a strike mark through a circle on the front This is the disable feature Click the icon You are given the option of disabling the device Click yes or no whichever is appropriate Checking device properties Device Manager provides a way to view the properties of a device Properties include the name of the manufacturer the type of device the drivers installed and the system resources assigned to the device To check a device s properties 1 2 Open the Start menu then click Control Panel Click Performance and Maintenance and then Administrative Tools Click the Computer Management icon Click the Device Manager button To view the device s installed double click the device type To view the properties double click the device The operating system displays the Device Properties dialog box which provides an array of tabs They include The General tab which provides basic information about the device The Resource tab which lists resources assigned to the monitor DVD ROM multi function drive diskette disk drive and other power using functions The Drivers tab which displays the drivers being used by the device 264 If Something Goes Wrong
150. lay has a brightness approaching that of a TV device We recommend that you adjust the brightness of your LCD to a comfortable level to prevent possible strain on your eyes Other precautions Your notebook computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use and to withstand the rigors of travel You should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer Getting Started 4f Selecting a place to work Avoid prolonged physical contact with the underside of the computer If the computer is used for long periods its case can become very warm While the temperature may not feel too hot to the touch if you maintain physical contact with the computer for a long time 1f you rest the computer on your lap for example your skin might suffer low heat injury A CAUTION 0Me PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use If two cards are installed both can become hot even if only one is being used Overheating of a PC Card can result in errors or instability in its operation Be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been used for a long period CAUTION Never apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to sharp impacts Excessive pressure or impact can damage computer components or otherwise cause your computer to malfunction Avoid spilling liquids into the computer s keyboard If you do spill a liquid that gets into the
151. lder the Media Center sorts all the files and folders Select Sort by date or Sort by name 229 Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Watching a DVD Watching a DVD Watching DVDs in the Media Center allows you to control the playback with your remote control If you select to play your DVD in another program the use of some of the remote control buttons is not supported D 9 57 AM MediaCenter Settings Play DVD Online Spotlight My Videos Sample Media Center main menu To play a DVD movie in Media Center 1 Insert the DVD into the drive If you have other media playing Media Center asks if you want to play the DVD Select Yes or No If you do not select an option the DVD automatically plays in full screen mode after a few seconds If no media is playing click Play DVD 2 Ifa DVD menu appears use the remote control or the mouse to select the DVD menu items and control the DVD movie playback Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 223 Watching a DVD 3 Press Stop on the remote control to stop playing the DVD 4 To change the window size move the mouse and click the Resize button on the taskbar of the DVD window Stopping a DVD Movie 1 Press the Stop button on the remote control to stop the movie 2 Use the arrow buttons on the remote control to select an item on the Stopped menu and then press OK Select Resume to begin playing the DVD where you
152. le name and location of the program s executable file this file ends with exe This example opens WordPad using its file name wordpad exe 1 nan amp UO N Click Start then point to All Programs Click Accessories Click Windows Explorer Click My Computer to expand the window In the left part of the window under the C icon click the folder containing the program in this case Program Files Windows Explorer shows the contents of the Program Files folder on the right side of the window The left side of the window shows all the folders contained within the Program Files folder In the left part of the window click Windows NT Click Accessories Windows Explorer shows the contents of the Accessories folder on the right side of the window In the right part of the window double click WordPad WordPad opens Learning the Basics 93 Starting a program 47 To close the program click the Close button in the upper right corner of the program s window Starting a program from the Run dialog box This example uses the Run command to start WordPad 1 Click Start then click Run The Run dialog box appears Type the name of a program Folder document or Internet resource and Windows will open it For you Cancel Browse Sample Run dialog box 2 Inthe Run dialog box If you know the program s location type the command line For a program in the Windows folder type j
153. le mobile phones Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations TOSHIBA believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature In some situations or environments the use of Wireless LAN may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization These situations may for example include Using the Wireless LAN equipment on board of airplanes or In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment e g airports you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the Wireless LAN device prior to turning on the equipment Regulatory Information The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product This device complies with the following radio frequency and safety standards Canada Industry Canada IC This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada
154. lick Next The wizard displays the Download Provider Information screen The Media Center connects to the internet and begins to download information about your local TV provider The screen displays a message when the download is complete Click Next The wizard displays the Select TV Signal Provider screen Select your TV signal provider from the list If you have digital typically used with a Set Top converter box select Digital Otherwise select the basic option Click Next The wizard displays the Download TV Program Guide Information screen and begins to download TV guide information from your TV signal provider Click Next when the download is complete The wizard displays the Optional Setup screen Select Optimize how Media Center looks on your display then click Next The wizard displays the Display Configuration screen Click Next The system displays the Identify Your Display Type screen Select Traditional TV Monitor and click Next The wizard displays the Connection Type screen Select Composite or S Video whichever one you are using and then click Next The wizard displays the Optimize Media Center for Your Display screen Click Keep my current settings and continue then click Next The wizard displays the Adjust Your Display Settings screen Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 1 8 Starting the Media Center 28 Click Finish this wizard then click Next The wizard dis
155. lished an ISP account you can connect to the Internet 1 Connect your computer s modem to a telephone line For more information on connecting a modem see Using QosmioPlayer on page 160 1 50 Exploring Your Options An overview of using the Internet known as links Clicking a link automatically transfers your Web browser to that site You can also use a Search Engine a Web site specifically designed to help you look for information Internet features The Internet offers many types of communication tools to help you perform many tasks Internet email To send and receive your own email you need a mailbox on the Web or an email address If you have an account with an ISP you can probably set up an email address at the same time you sign up for the service Internet chat rooms A chat room is a Web site that offers a place where people with similar interests and ideas communicate in real time one on one or in groups by typing messages which are instantly viewed by others on their computer screens gt Internet news groups A news group is similar to a chat room but instead of using a dedicated site to converse about a specialized subject with others in real time it uses a Web site as a clearinghouse where all the messages are placed like a gigantic bulletin board Online shopping Many Web sites offer products and services for sale Uploading and downloading files from the Inte
156. ll through the search results select a show and then press OK If the show appears multiple times select a time and press OK If the show is not currently playing select Record Show or Record Series and then press OK Recording TV The Media Center allows you to record TV programs for later viewing You can record the show you are watching or you can record another or future show or series from the Guide the Search or the Settings window in My TV To record a TV show you are currently watching just press the Record button on the remote control once The Record icon a red dot appears in the Guide next to the program being recorded or to be recorded at a later time GUIDE 9 44 AM Fri Sep 03 3 30 AM 10 00 A CALCHAN C Legislative Programming KNBC Today KTLA Maury KCET Barney amp Frie Live With Reg Paid Programm The Wayne B Barney amp Friends Let s Go tor a Ridel fy Record Icon Sample My TV screen with recorded notation Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 203 Recording TV If a show is currently being recorded the Record icon also appears in the taskbar on the desktop If you move your mouse over the icon the Media Center displays which show is currently being recorded You can right click the icon to open Media Center and stop recording Media Center automatically records until the show is scheduled to be over as listed in the TV Guide To make sure your show is being re
157. lowing network devices gt Wired and wireless network devices Routers hubs and bridges gt Access points 29 4 Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample Connectivity Doctor screen Moving the mouse pointer over a wired or wireless network device icon displays information about the device such as its IP address subnet mask and MAC address A wireless network device also shows information such as the network SSID and the device s Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP key settings Sample viewing device information Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer 295 ConfigFree Utilities If a problem or potential problem is detected a triangle containing an exclamation point appears in the Connectivity Doctor screen and an orange frame describes the relevant location You can then view a possible cause and solution for the problem by clicking the exclamation point For example if the connection to a wireless network cannot be established because the wireless communication switch is turned off an exclamation point appears next to the wireless communication switch Clicking the exclamation point displays a description of the problem and a solution The following checkboxes and buttons are provided on the Connectivity Doctor screen Stay on the task When checked the ConfigFree icon resides in tray the system tray Options Displays ConfigFree setting
158. lso World Wide Web K keyboard shortcut A key or combination of keys that you use to perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as the TouchPad kilobyte KB A unit of data equal to 1024 bytes See also byte L L1 level one cache Memory cache built into the processor to help improve processing speed See also cache CPU cache L2 cache L2 level two cache Memory cache installed on the motherboard to help improve processing speed It is slower than L1 cache and faster than main memory See also cache CPU cache LI cache LAN local area network A group of computers or other devices dispersed over a relatively limited area and connected by a communications link that enables any device to interact with any other on the network liquid crystal display LCD A type of display that uses a liquid substance between two transparent electrode panels When an electric current passes through the electrodes the molecules in the liquid form a crystalline pattern that polarizes the light passing through it A filter over the electrodes permits only non polarized light to pass to the surface of the display creating light and dark pixels load To move information from a storage device such as a hard disk into memory for processing w 315 local area network See LAN logical drive A section of a disk that is recognized by the operating system as a separate disk drive A system s logical drives may differ
159. luetooth wireless technology prior to turning on the equipment Regulatory statements This product complies with any mandatory product specification in any country region where the product is sold In addition the product complies with the following European Union EU and EFTA This equipment complies with the R amp TTE directive 1999 5 EC and has been provided with the CE mark accordingly Canada Industry Canada IC This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device L utilisation de ce dispositif est autoris e seulement aux conditions suivantes 1 il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et 2 l utilisateur du dispositif doit tre pr t a accepter tout brouillage radio lectrique re u m me si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif The term IC before the equipment certification number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met 22 Caution FCC Interference Statement This device complies with part15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions This device may not cause harmful interference and This device must accept any interference received including interference that may ca
160. m asks you to use the Media Center remote To change the channels use the numbers on your keyboard The remote does not have numbers When the remote control set up is complete you can change TV stations through Media Center by using the channel up or channel down buttons on the remote To skip from channel to channel for example from channel 4 to channel 52 you can select channels in Media Center s TV Guide by using the up and down arrow keys and OK button on the remote You can also use the cable Set top box remote to select channels 15 Click Yes then click Next The wizard displays the Guide Privacy screen 16 Click View the Guide privacy statement read the statement click Yes then click Next The wizard displays the Guide Terms of Service screen 17 Read the Guide Terms of Service use the down arrow to NOTE view the entire document click I agree then click Next If you click do not agree the electronic TV Guide will not be accessible on your computer You can download the Guide at a later date To do so click settings on the main MCE window then click TV and Guide Select Set Up Guide Listings to reactivate this portion of the wizard 186 Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Starting the Media Center 18 19 21 22 23 25 27 The wizard displays the Enter Your ZIP code screen Use the numeric keys on your keyboard to enter your ZIP code then c
161. menu click Control Panel then Performance and Maintenance 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon 3 Click on the Setup Action tab 4 Select the following from the drop down lists When I press the power button Set this option to Turn Off to have the computer turn off when you press the power button 5 Click Apply 6 Click OK 1 1 2 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer Sample system power mode settings NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility see Power Saver on page 243 Starting again after Turn off To start the computer up again press the power button until the on off light changes to green Using Hibernation Mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down completely but it first saves the current mode of the computer to the hard disk Since Hibernation mode does not require power to maintain the saved information the system settings are retained indefinitely Restoring information from the hard disk takes longer than restoring it from memory When you start up again the computer runs a self test loads the operating system and then returns to the mode in which you left it Learning the Basics 1 3 Powering down the computer Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation While in Hibernation mode the computer uses no battery power Because the mode of the system is held on the hard disk no data is lost if the main battery discharges When starting up again
162. n screen prompts For more information see the Microsoft XP Media Center Edition Help file on your computer 1 Click the help icon located at the top of each screen 2 Click Set up Media Center Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 1 83 Starting the Media Center MediaCenter Welcome to the Media Center setup wizard Media Center is where you can access TV music pictures videos DVDs and more with a remote control Sample Media Center Setup Wizard Welcome screen 1 Click Next The wizard displays the Media Center Setup screen 2 Click Next The wizard displays the Media Center Privacy Policy screen 3 Read the Media Center Privacy Policy then click Next The wizard displays the Get the Most from Media Center screen Click About Privacy and read the privacy notice Click Yes to allow Media Center to connect directly to the internet 6 Click Next The system displays the Always on Internet Connection screen 7 Click Yes to verify that your internet connection is always on 8 Click Next The wizard displays the Test Your Internet Connection screen 9 Click Test to verify that your computer is connected to the Internet 184 Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Starting the Media Center 10 11 12 13 14 If the connection is not working the wizard displays an error message Recheck both ends of your connection and click Test If the
163. n electrical circuit that connects the central processing unit CPU with other parts of the computer such as the video adapter disk drives and ports It is the pathway through which data flows from one device to another See also bus speed frontside bus bus speed tThe speed at which the central processing unit CPU communicates with the other parts of the computer w 309 byte A sequence of eight bits A byte is the smallest addressable unit of data See also bit gigabyte kilobyte megabyte cache A section of very fast memory in which frequently used information is duplicated for quick access Accessing data from cache is faster than accessing it from the computer s main memory See also CPU cache LI cache L2 cache CD An individual compact disc See also CD ROM CD ROM compact disc read only memory A form of high capacity storage that uses laser optics instead of magnetic means for reading data See also CD Compare DVD ROM central processing unit CPU The chip that functions as the brain of the computer It takes information from outside sources such as memory or keyboard input processes the information and sends the results to another device that uses the information character Any letter number or symbol you can use on the computer Some characters are non printing characters such as a paragraph break in a word processing program A character occupies one byte of computer storage c
164. n into Media Center s Messenger program Select Sync to Device to sync with pocket computers and other data devices For more information about the options please see Media Center help available at the top of each Media Center screen 234 Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Online Spotlight CREATE CD DVD MORE PROGRAMS Sample More Programs main screen Online Spotlight Use the Online Spotlight screen available from Media Center s main screen to purchase and download music DVDs and movies and read news and sports stories Tips on Media Center are also available for viewing from this screen Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 235 Getting Help for Media Center Getting Help for Media Center Click the Help icon at the top left of the screen to access Media Center s Help screen which includes a number of links to helpful information on Media Center as well as help for hardware problems Meciatenter Help Community Tips Hardware Get help using Visit forums Browse the Get help with Media Center and get help latest tips on your hardware online the Web Sample Media Center main Help screen Chapter 6 Toshiba Utilities Your computer includes several utilities designed to help you to reconfigure your system to best meet your individual needs Together these allow you to determine certain system details set additional options or chan
165. nce away also has a strong signal it appears near the center of the map as well Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer 207 ConfigFree Utilities The following screen shows an example of Bluetooth devices that are detected As with the Wi Fi screen moving the mouse pointer over a device icon displays information about the device Sample viewing Bluetooth devices You can connect to devices shown on the Bluetooth map 1 Click the icon of a Bluetooth device 298 Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 2 Click your own computer at the center of the map 3 Configured devices are automatically connected Devices not yet configured launch the Add New Connection Wizard where you can configure and connect to the device Profile Settings The Profile Settings utility lets you save network settings in profiles ConfigFree profiles are useful for easily switching network settings and devices You can switch network settings simply by selecting the profile with the desired settings If you visit a client company occasionally for example you can set up a profile to match that environment and connect to the network Similarly users who access networks in the office and at home can set up profiles to handle these networking environments A profile contains the currently configured network settings on the computer as well as information about any network devices The following set
166. ne line Your computer s built in modem port provides an RJ 11 jack allowing you to connect the modem to a standard voice grade telephone line 1 Plug one end of a telephone cable purchased separately into the modem port on the back of the computer TS i E AE agg 0008 Sample connecting the telephone cable to the modem port 2 Connect the other end to an RJ 11 wall jack Sample connecting to a wall jack 1 4 4 Exploring Your Options Setting up for communications CAUTION he modem is designed for use with a standard analog telephone line Do not connect the modem to a digital telephone line A digital line will damage the modem Now you are ready to send a fax or use the modem to connect to an online service or the Internet Connecting your computer to a network You can connect your computer to a network to increase its capabilities and functionality using one of its communication ports Accessing a network To access a network At the office connect an Ethernet cable to the RJ 45 jack on your computer For specific information about connecting to the network consult your network administrator While you are at home or traveling you may need a dial up connection Ask your network administrator for the telephone number of the network K2 Setting up the connection To set up an office connection consult your network administrator for network settings and additional consi
167. ng Your Options Setting up for communications Using Wireless LAN Connectivity NOTE The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over which wireless LAN can reach may vary depending on surrounding electromagnetic environment obstacles access point design and configuration and client design and software hardware configurations Your system may come with an optional wireless LAN module This is a technology that expands wireless communication beyond networking equipment and can connect many different kinds of electronic devices without the need for cables For information on how to set up a wireless connection refer to your wireless networking device documentation or your network administrator To use your wireless communication flip the wireless antenna on off switch to the On position Using the Wi Fi Wireless LAN Mini PCI module Your computer may have an integrated Wi Fi Wireless LAN Mini PCI module It is recommended that you do not remove the module from your computer For assistance contact a Toshiba Wireless Authorized Service Partner For systems equipped with Wi Fi flip the wireless on off switch to the On position NOTE You can use Wi Fi and Bluetooth devices at the same time To enable a wireless device use the Fn F8 hot key refer to Enabling a wireless device on page 288 for more information Exploring Your Options 1 4f An overview of using the Internet
168. ng conflict between two series then Media Center uses the series priorities list to decide which show to record You can place the series you most want recorded high on the series priorities list to help ensure it is successfully recorded in the case of conflicts When you schedule a new series it is added to the bottom of the list and has the lowest priority 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window Select My TV Select Recorded TV Select Scheduled Select Series Select Change priorities NA Oo bh U WN Use the up or down arrow on the screen to move a scheduled series up or down in the list of series priorities 8 Select Done to save changes and return to the Schedule Series page 208 Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Listening to Music Watching and Recording Movies To watch or record a movie 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window Select the movie that you want to watch or record Click OK If the movie is playing now click Watch or Record TV movie on now If the movie is playing later click Record Listening to Music The My Music window in the Media Center works with Windows Media Player to find and play your music files and CDs You can use Windows Media Player to create your music library and then use Media Center
169. nsole USB Allows you to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation LAN Allows you to set networking functions Button Setting Allows you to set conditions for the Power Button Start Up Logo Allows you to set a start up logo Start Up Sound Allows you to set a start up sound By changing any of the options that appear in the dialog boxes and clicking Apply you can reconfigure that function Any options that you change will become default settings when you restart your system Toshiba Picture Enhancement Utility The Toshiba Picture Enhancement utility allows you to adjust your computer screen to maximize the ambient surrounding light To access the Toshiba Picture Enhancement Utility click Start point to All Programs Toshiba then Utilities then click Picture Enhancement aC etga r l Drymen To eo 2 o pare ie a Standard To enjoy cain atmosphere in a ham E i Theater To enjoy a heater ihe pcture in a darkened Monitor Input Settings OK Cancel Apply Sample Toshiba Picture Enhancement Utility 2 4 8 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console Clicking the Monitor Input Settings button displays a screen for selecting external input settings for devices such as video cameras and games Monitor Input Settings Select external input settings for Video Camera Game etc Terminal Shape eo i Composite 5 Video TV Standard cT NTSC C PAL i Cancel Apply Sample Monitor Input Settings
170. ntinuance of service may be required But if advanced notice is not practical the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible Also you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary If trouble is experienced with this equipment for repair or limited warranty information please contact Toshiba Corporation Toshiba America Information Systems Inc or an authorized representative of Toshiba or the Toshiba Support Centre within the United States at 800 457 7777 or Outside the United States at 949 859 4273 If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved Disconnection If you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your modem from its present line please call the telephone company and let them know of this change Fax Branding The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device including Fax machines to send any message unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business or other entity or other individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business other entity or individual The telephone numb
171. o its original configuration using the provided Recovery media For more information see the instructions that shipped with your Recovery media Exploring Your Options 1 15 Installing the QosmioPlayer Recovery media On systems with QosmioPlayer currently uninstalled using the QosmioPlayer media To reinstall QosmioPlayer on a computer that the application was removed from by using the QosmioPlayer Recovery media 1 Insert the QosmioPlayer Recovery media into the drive close the drive tray and restart your computer from the disc 2 Press the 1 key on the computer s keyboard to recover to the initial configuration 3 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the recovery Chapter 5 Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 This section introduces you to the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 a complete multimedia center where you can play your entire library of audio video and picture media on your computer using either your computer s keyboard mouse or the remote control With the Media Center you can Watch TV or a DVD movie Automatically record TV shows Pause rewind and fast forward TV programs using the Media Center time shifting feature Watch an instant replay Play back your digital videos View your digital pictures or play them as a slide show Browse select and play music CDs and DVD movies Update the Television Program Guide from the Inte
172. o one of the ports on the IR receiver Sample IR receiver with cables attached 3 Position the end of the IR receiver cable over the remote IR receiver window on your cable TV Set top box or VCR DVD player 4 Peel off the adhesive backing on the IR remote sensor and mount the sensor within 5 inches of the Set top box or VCR DVD player 5 Install batteries in the Windows Media Center remote control Starting the Media Center To start the Media Center o Point the remote control at the remote sensor and press the remote control s Start button You can also click Start and then click Media Center Media Center opens in full screen mode 182 NOTE Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Starting the Media Center The first time you open Media Center the program displays a setup wizard You will use the wizard to test your remote control and configure your Internet connection TV signal Television Program Guide and speakers To complete the setup procedure you need to Log on as an administrator For more information refer to your Microsoft Help Have an Internet connection to download your television ser vice providers program guide Know your ZIP Code Provide the name of your television service provider if you subscribe to either cable or satellite TV Provide the brand of your Set top box if you use one To complete the Media Center Setup follow the wizard s o
173. oes Wrong on page 254 Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for working comfortably describes how to connect components and explains what to do the first time you use your computer Selecting a place to work Your computer is designed to be used in a variety of locations and situations This section provides guidelines for setting up your computing environment Creating a computer friendly environment Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer and any other items you need to use such as a printer Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to give adequate ventilation otherwise they may overheat 42 Getting Started 43 Selecting a place to work To keep your computer in prime operating condition protect your work area from Dust moisture and direct sunlight Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field such as stereo speakers other than the speakers that are connected to the computer or speakerphones Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters Extreme heat cold or humidity Liquids and corrosive chemicals CAUTION l you spill liquid into the computer turn it off unplug it from the AC power source and let it dry out completely before turning it on again If the computer does not operate correctly after you turn it back on
174. ols on the external monitor Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display priority is not set for the built in screen The screen does not look right You can change the display settings by clicking a blank area of the desktop with the secondary control button then clicking Properties This opens the Display Properties dialog 268 lf Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict box The Appearance tab of this dialog box allows you to choose the colors for the screen The Settings tab allows you to choose the screen resolution The built in screen flickers Some flickering is a normal result of the way the screen produces colors To reduce the amount of flickering try using fewer colors To change the number of colors displayed 1 Point at the desktop and click with the secondary control button 2 Click Properties and then the Settings tab 3 Change the Colors option and click OK For more information see Windows Help A message tells you that there is a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the current settings do not work with your hardware Reduce the size of the color palette to one that is supported by the computer s internal display To change the display properties 1 Point at the desktop and click with the secondary button The Display Properties window appears Click Properties then click the Settings tab Adjust the screen resolution and o
175. on choosing a video cable then refer to Connecting a standard television projector or VCR DVD player below If you are connecting an SVGA monitor skip to Connecting an external monitor or projector on page 78 Selecting video cables To connect a device to the S video port you will need to purchase an S video cable For the best video quality always use a properly shielded cable HINT Toshiba recommends using a cable no longer than 20 feet approximately 6 meters Using a poor quality cable may result in a dull or fuzzy picture poor color ghosting video noise or loss of video 16 Getting Started Connecting external display devices Connecting a digital or plasma television or VCR DVD player A TECHNICAL NOTE You must have digital TV service to watch L digital TV on your computer See your TV service provider for more information You can watch digital television by connecting to the Component Video Out port on your computer NOTE You cannot view digital TV on the display device if you are using it as a monitor To do this 1 Connect the digital television video cable to the Component Video Out port on the back of your computer 2 Connect the three RCA jacks on the other end of the cable to your digital television Refer to the manual that came with the television for more information Turn on your computer Set the display mode by pressing Fn F5 or by setting the
176. on the remote control to return to the main Settings menu Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 221 Changing the Media Center Settings About Recorded TV Storage Space Settings The space available for recording TV programs depends on your hard disk allocation drive size and default recording quality selections Your computer requires a certain amount of space to run your Windows XP operating system run software programs and store data files If your hard disk becomes full it may affect your computer s speed and performance You may need to free up storage space to record more programs or to optimize your computer s performance To increase disk space you can Delete recorded shows from the Recorded TV window For more information refer to Recording TV tips on page 203 gt Sd Increase the percentage of hard disk space available for recorded TV shows in Default Settings Select between 5 percent and 90 percent The default is set at 75 percent Media Center does not support removable drives network drives or drives with less than 5 MB of disk space Archive TV programs to writable DVD media if your computer has a DVD writable drive You can play archived programs recorded on DVDs only from the computer that you recorded the TV program from Inthe Recorder Defaults window select Fair as the default recording quality The better the quality of the recording the more space t
177. onfigFree For more detailed information on setting up and using ConfigFree see the Help File included in the application Starting ConfigFree To start ConfigFree be sure the computer has a wired or wireless connection Then perform any of the following Steps Microsoft Windows XP or 2000 Click the Start button and select All Programs TOSHIBA Networking ConfigFree Double click the ConfigFree icon on the taskbar Press the Toshiba Console button if applicable to your system to open the Toshiba Console and then click the ConfigFree icon Click the ConfigFree icon on the taskbar and then click the desired utility NOTE lf your computer is not connected to a network the ConfigFree icon on the taskbar is displayed with an X When you start a search for wireless devices ConfigFree Launcher displays on your computer desktop You can then click the appropriate icon on the Launcher to start the desired ConfigFree utilities Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer 293 ConfigFree Utilities Exit Wireless LAN Bluetooth Connectivity Doctor Profiles Sample ConfigFree Launcher ConfigFree Utilities Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor lets you analyze your network connections and fix network connection problems Using Connectivity Doctor you can view detailed network information by simply moving the mouse pointer The Connectivity Doctor works with the fol
178. onnect a printer you need a suitable USB printer cable which may have been provided with your printer Otherwise you can purchase one from a computer or electronics store GAUTION Your printer documentation may require you to install the printer software before physically connecting the printer to your computer If you do not install the software as instructed by the printer manufacturer the printer may not function correctly GAUTION Never connect the printer cable while the computers power is on Doing so may damage the printer the computer or both NOTE Read the documentation that came with your printer Follow the manufacturer s instructions when connecting a local printer NOTE You must supply the proper printer cable If one did not come with your printer you may purchase one from an electronics or computer store These instructions assume you have a USB printer consult the document that came with your printer to verify the connection type 10 Getting Started Connecting a local printer To connect the printer 1 Ifthe computer is on turn it off 2 Connect the printer cable to the printer and then connect the other end to one of the computer s USB ports 3 Plug the printer s power cable into a live electrical outlet 4 See your printer documentation for additional configuration steps For more information on getting your printer to print see Printing your work on pag
179. ons Pointers Pointer Options J Hardware Device Settings m TouchPAD ON OFF TouchPAD ON OFF Current TouchPAD Status Setting Change O Disable 5 Select Disable or Enable whichever is appropriate 6 Click Apply 7 Click OK The Mouse Properties window closes 8 Close the Printers and Other Hardware window 9 Close the Control Panel window NOTE The Fn F9 shortcut can be used to disable or enable the TouchPad see Disabling or enabling the TouchPad on page 289 62 Getting Started Installing additional memory optional Installing additional memory optional CAUTION Before you install or remove a memory module turn off the computer using the Start menu If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Stand by or Hibernation mode data will be lost Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of today s popular applications You may want to increase the computer s memory if you use complex software or process large amounts of data Additional memory comes in various capacities to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer and for other product information be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at accessories toshiba com There are two memory slots Your system may have both slots occupied C CAUTION i you use the computer for a long time the memory modules become hot If this ha
180. or a printer attached to another computer Click Next The Add Printer Wizard looks for a Plug and Play printer If it does not locate one click Next The Add Printer Wizard prompts you for the printer port Select the port settings according to the instructions in your printer s documentation and the port to which your printer is connected then click Next The wizard prompts you to select your printer From the list of manufacturers and printers select your printer then click Next The Add Printer Wizard prompts you to enter a friendly printer name Enter a name for your printer 10 11 HINT If you are using more than one printer make sure the name is descriptive enough to help you tell the difference If you want this printer to be The default printer click Yes Available when specifically requested click No Click Next Click Finish The Windows XP operating system prints a test page Getting Started 13 Connecting an optional external diskette drive 12 To complete the setup click OK You are now ready to print Depending on your program you may see various messages indicating the status of your print job I TECHNICAL NOTE Some printers require a specific y installation process In this case the Windows XP operating Y system Add Printer Wizard will display an error message If this happens refer to your printer installation guide for further instructions
181. or alterations made by the user to this equipment or equipment malfunctions may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system if present are connected together This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas Caution Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority or electrician as appropriate 2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment s Ringer Equivalence Number REN and an explanation notice similar to the following The Ringer Equivalence Number REN of this device can be found on the label affixed to your computer N NOTICE The Ringer Equivalence Number REN assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5 3 The standard connecting arrangement telephone jack type for this equipment is jack type s USOC RJ1 1C Wireless Interoperability The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to be interoperable
182. or or moderate injury CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in property damage NOTE Provides important information 40 Introduction Other documentation Other icons used Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational information A TECHNICAL NOTE This icon indicates technical information L about the computer pan Li HINT This icon indicates helpful hints and tips DEFINITION This icon indicates the definition of a term used in the text Other documentation Your computer comes with the following documentation This electronic user s guide Guides for other programs that may come preinstalled on your computer or that are available for installation on your Recovery media If applicable to your system For accessory information visit Toshiba s Web site at accessories toshiba com The Microsoft Windows operating system documentation which explains the features of the operating system Introduction 4 Service options Service options Toshiba offers a full line of optional service programs to complement its limited warranty To stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer and for other product information be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport toshiba com If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba see If Something G
183. ortant for files you receive via diskette email or download from the Internet Take frequent breaks to avoid repetitive motion injuries and eyestrain Do not turn off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is active Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk may damage the disk the drive or both Before turning off the computer use the Turn off computer command or Standby command See Powering down the computer on page 109 to learn more about Standby CAUTION he operating system records information such as your desktop setup during its shut down procedure If you do not let the operating system shut down normally details such as new icon positions may be lost Learning the Basics 8 Using the keyboard Using the keyboard Your computer s keyboard contains character keys control keys function keys and special Windows keys providing all the functionality of a full size keyboard E a a a a eiee ECEE f ATTI TTTI TTT t CECCCECCYrEYT 4 717 om i Ee Tae AT Sample keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter except that The space bar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the page The lowercase letter 1 el and the number 1 are not interchangeable The uppercase letter O and the n
184. ory module The memory module pops partially out of the slot 3 Carefully remove the memory module from the slot Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and fasten the screw 5 Turn the computer over and restart it 68 Getting Started Using an external keyboard Checking total memory When you add or remove memory you can check that the computer has recognized the change To do this 1 Click Start then click Control Panel 2 Click Performance and Maintenance 3 Click System 4 The General tab view automatically appears and shows total memory If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration turn off the computer remove the memory slot cover and make sure the memory module is seated properly as described in step 10 of Installing additional memory optional on page 62 Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full size keyboard you can attach one to your computer The computer s USB port supports any USB compatible keyboard Using a mouse You may want to use a mouse instead of the computer s built in TouchPad You can use a USB compatible mouse NOTE After logging on to your system the mouse cursor may move to the upper right side of the screen If this occurs push the Esc or Windows key to return it to its original position Getting Started 69 Connecting a local printer Connecting a local printer Before you can c
185. ote control to enter settings and return to the DVD settings window Press the Back button on the remote control to return to the main Settings window Changing DVD Movie Language To select DVD language settings for subtitles closed captioning and viewing the DVD 1 nan amp UO N Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window Select Settings Select DVD In the DVD Settings window select DVD Language Use the arrow buttons to select the or buttons Press the OK button on the remote control to scroll through the languages available When you find the one you want use the arrow buttons to select OK in the window and then press OK on the remote control Press the Back button on the remote control to return to the main Settings window Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 23 Changing the Media Center Settings Selecting Close Captioning The audio settings window allows you to select closed captioning Close captioning displays the TV s spoken audio in text format for those who are unable to hear the audio To select close captioning 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window Select Settings Select TV Select Close Captioning nan amp UO N Use the arrow buttons to select the or buttons Press OK on the remote control to scroll thr
186. ough the choices available Captioning Select CC1 or CC2 Caption Display You can select to turn close captioning On Off or On when mute Use the arrow buttons to select Save in the window Click OK Changing Picture Settings Each user can set his or her own picture settings 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window Select Settings Select Pictures 230 Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Changing the Media Center Settings PICTURES SETTINGS Show pictures in random order Cancel Show pictures in subfolders Show caption Show song infhonmaton ou iq slide show At beginning and end of song Always Never ransition type Animated Sample Picture Settings screen 4 Use the arrows and OK button on the remote control to select or deselect options Select Save Click OK Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 233 More Programs More Programs GY 10 04 AM MediaCenter M Yy T V My Music More Programs settings sens fol f wdiwiiad Solio bol b bot Sample Media Center main screen Use the options on the More Programs screen available from the Media Center s main menu to perform the following tasks Select Create CD DVD to create a CD or DVD Select InterVideo to view and adjust the Inter Video Video amp Audio Settings screen Select Messenger to sig
187. our system The differences are not significant and do not indicate any change in the functionality of your system 13 1 38 Exploring Your Options Exploring the desktop Finding your way around the desktop Your computer s desktop includes several standard features icons Start button taskbar system tray and background pattern Icons Qosmio Start button Taskbar System tray Sample Windows XP Media Center Edition operating system desktop Icons An icon represents a folder file or program that can be quickly activated by double clicking the icon You can create a new desktop icon for any folder file or program by dragging the element s icon from its location in a window to the desktop area Exploring Your Options 1 39 Exploring the desktop The icons initially displayed on your system desktop include oy Recycle Bin Holds files you have deleted You may be able bead to retrieve these files until you empty the Recycle Bin Va E Internet Explorer The Microsoft browser that provides TECHNICAL NOTE If you delete a file from a diskette it does not go into the Recycle Bin For more information on the Recycle Bin see Windows online Help access to the Internet NOTE If you place the cursor over an icon a popup description of the file contents appears Your desktop may contain other icons depending on your configuration See Windows XP online help for more
188. ous radiation exposure To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure Location of the required label Sample shown below Location of the label and manufacturing information may vary Product is certified by the manufacturer to comply with DHHS rules 21 CFR sub chaper J applicable at the date of manufacture MANUFACTURED Toshiba Corporation 1 1 Shibaura 1 Chome Minato Ku Tokyo 105 0061 Japan CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 A CAUTION his appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT To use this model properly read the users guide carefully and keep it for your future reference In case of any trouble with this model please contact your nearest AUTHORIZED service station To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those eee specified in the owners manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure Copyright This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems Inc with all rights reserved Under the copyright laws this guide cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba No patent liability is assumed however with respect to the use of the information contained herein 2004 by Toshiba America Information Systems Inc All rights reserved 20 Export Admin
189. ows Media Player Library on page 210 Playing a Song You can play a song from anywhere in My Music You can select it from the View Song list or from the Album Artist and Genre lists You can also play a single song from a playlist as follows 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window 2 Select My Music 3 Select Songs The program displays all the songs in your media library 4 Use the arrow buttons to select a song and then press OK or Play on the remote control to play it 5 Use the controls at the bottom of the screen to stop or pause the song advance to another song or increase or decrease the volume 21 4 Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Listening to Music Setting Up an Automatic Disc Jockey You can select to have Media Center randomly play all the available songs in one genre 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window Select My Music 3 Select Genres The list displays all the genres available in your Media Library 4 Use the arrow buttons to select a genre and then press OK on the remote control 5 Use the arrow buttons to select Shuffle and then press OK on the remote control All songs in that genre are randomly played Finding and Playing an Album 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the
190. ows you to receive a confirmation message when you use the hotkey combination for Standby Fn F3 and Hibernation Fn F4 To activate 1 Click Start All Programs Toshiba Utilities then click the Hotkey utility The Toshiba Hotkey window appears Toshiba Hotkey v Display a Standby confirmation message i Fn F3 is pushed w Display a Hibernation confirmation message if Fn F4 is pushed Cancel Sample Toshiba Hotkey utility window 2 Select the desired option 3 Click OK 246 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console Toshiba Hardware Settings Toshiba Hardware Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool available through Windows To access it open the Start menu click Control Panel then Printers and Other Hardware Then click the Toshiba HWSetup icon Sample TOSHIBA HWSetup window The tabs represent various dialog boxes They are General Allows you to view current BIOS hard disk drive and memory settings Device Config Shows the Device configuration options Display Allows you to change various default settings for the built in LCD display CPU Allows you to change the dynamic CPU frequency mode Boot Priority Allows you to change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system Keyboard Allows you to configure an external PS 2 keyboard to emulate the Fn function key and access the wake on keyboard function Toshiba Utilities 2 4f TOSHIBA Co
191. p VCR DVD player or Set top box to the S video in port on the back of the computer Existing setup Add the notebook with a splitter Wall Wall Cable Cable Coaxial cable Set top box satellite In Remote sensor Set top box satellite In IR receiver Set top box satellite Out Set top box satellite Out Remote sensor control cable Coaxial F Splitter Out Coaxial antenna cable in on back of computer VCR DVD Player In VCR DVD Player In Nr VCR DVD Player Out VCR DVD Player Out Coaxial cable TV In TV In Sample wall to VCR DVD player to TV setup Connecting the External Remote Sensor The external IR remote sensor is a small device that connects to the computer and allows the remote control to work with the Media Center programs If you have a cable TV Set top box satellite or other Set top box that controls your TV signal connect the remote sensor control cable to the remote sensor and position the end of it over the remote receiver on your cable box 1 Connect the IR receiver cable USB connector to an available USB port on your computer Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 1 BT Starting the Media Center 2 Connect the IR remote sensor cable small 3 5 mm connector t
192. p Digital Media Network Company die bereinstimmung des Ger tes Radio LAN device mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Festlegungen der Richtlinie 1999 5 EG Wien WIE THH IAFOYZA TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company SHANHEIL OTT Fatio LAN device SYMMOFPHHETAIL IPOS TIZ OYIIMAEZ ATLAITHSEIS KAITI AONE ZXETIKEZ ALATAREIS THE OAHTIAZ 1999NEK Con la presente TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company dichiara che questo Radio LAN device conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999 5 CE 11 Por medio de la presente TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company declara que el Radio LAN device cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999 5 CE TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company declara que este Radio LAN device est conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposi es da Directiva 1999 5 CE USA Federal Communications Commission FCC This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules Operation of the devices in a Wireless LAN System is subject to the following two conditions This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation TOSHIBA is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of the devices included with this
193. play Settings dialog box click OK You may now select single display out to TV and the output is directed to Component Out NOTE If you wish to use the S Video port for TV output you must repeat the procedure above selecting M NTSC for the TV Format in step 10 1 08 Learning the Basics Using the DVD ROM or multi function drive Removing a disc with the computer on CAUTION Never press the eject button or turn off the computer while the drive in use light is glowing Doing so could damage the disk or the drive 1 Locate and press the eject button The disc tray partially opens Grasp the sides of the disc tray and pull it fully open Remove the disc from the disc tray and place it in its protective cover CAUTION fthe disc is spinning when you open the disc tray wait for the disc to stop before removing it 4 Close the disc tray by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks indicating that it is locked Removing a disc with the computer off 1 Insert a slender object such as a straightened paper clip into the manual eject button access hole Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it 2 Pull the tray fully open remove the disc and place it in its protective cover 3 Close the disc tray by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks indicating that it is locked Learning the Basics
194. plays the You Are Done screen 29 Click Next The wizard displays the Optional Setup screen 30 Select Set up your speakers and then click Next The wizard displays the Welcome to Speaker Setup screen 31 Click Next The wizard displays the Choose number of Speakers screen 32 Select the number of speakers on your system the system has two internal speakers then click Next The wizard displays the Test Your Speakers screen 33 Click Test and follow the instructions on the screen Click Next The wizard displays the You Are Done screen 34 Click Finish The wizard displays the Optional Setup screen 35 Click I am finished then click Next 36 Click Finish The system displays the You are done screen When the wizard runs to completion the program displays Media Center s main window It is not necessary to restart your computer 1 88 Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Using Media Center Using Media Center Nore You can run Media Center side by side with other Windows software programs It is possible to browse through your pictures watch videos play music and even record TV while using other Windows programs Simply resize the Media Center window as you would any other window For more information refer to the online Help T 9 26 AM MediaCenter My Videos My Pictures My TV My Music More Programs Sample Media Center main window The Media Center main window is t
195. ppens let the memory modules cool to room temperature before you replace them You need a standard Phillips no 1 screwdriver for this procedure GAUTION 10 avoid damaging the computers screws use a standard Phillips no 1 screwdriver that is in good condition Getting Started 63 Installing additional memory optional The computer has two memory module slots Slot A and Slot B You can install one or two memory modules If the computer is on begin at step 1 otherwise skip to step 3 NOTE If you are replacing memory and need to remove a memory module refer to Removing a memory module on page 66 for procedures 1 If the computer is on click Start then click Turn off computer See Using the Turn off command on page 110 for more information The Turn off computer window appears 2 Click Turn Off The operating system turns off the computer NOTE Make sure that the computer s power light is off before proceeding 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer 4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the memory module slot cover 64 Getting Started Installing additional memory optional Memory module Slot cover CO ooo o0000 00000 00 i 00 00 00 00000000000 00000000000 E 0000000 cu 000000 000 000 000 E3 000 000 000 000 000 000 000
196. ppers or other similar materials can block the air intake preventing air from reaching the CPU Do not use the computer on surfaces with objects that can be drawn in by the cooling fan NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on the computer Getting Started 49 Setting up your computer Setting up your computer 7 TECHNICAL NOTE You must complete all set up steps up to y Setting up your software on page 49 before adding external A or internal components to your computer These components include but are not limited to a mouse keyboard printer memory and PC Cards Your computer comes with a rechargeable battery pack that must be charged before you can use it To use external power or to charge the battery you must attach the AC adapter See Connecting to a power source on page 52 Setting up your software NOTE The names of windows displayed and the order in which windows appear may vary according to your software setup choices The first time you turn on your computer the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your software 1 From the welcome screen click Next to enter the Setup Wizard 2 Confirm acceptance of Microsoft s End User License Agreement and click Next 3 Help protect your computer with Windows Automatic Updates Windows can routinely check for the latest important updates for your computer and install them automatically These updates
197. profile 128 Changing the main battery ou eee 129 Removing the battery from the computer 130 Inserting the battery into the computer 131 Taking care of your battery ccecce 133 Safety precautions ou ecccssesesssesesseeeeeeees 133 Maximizing battery life 134 Disposing of used batteries ee eeeeeeeereees 135 EVENTO UDO cen E 136 Chapter 4 Exploring Your Options cece 137 Exploring the desktop eccerre 137 Finding your way around the desktop 138 Setting up for communications 141 Determining the COM port ccce 142 Connecting the modem to a telephone line 143 Connecting your computer to a network 144 An overview of using the Internet 147 The Internet nnn 148 32 Contents The World Wide Web eee ceeeeeeeeeeees 148 Internet Service Providers 148 Connecting to the Internet ou 149 Surfing the Internet 149 Internet features ecceeeescsssseeeeeessseees 150 Uploading and downloading files from The Internet aeeie 150 Exploring audio features ncen 151 Recording SOuUndS eeen 151 Using external speakers or headphones 153 Using the 1 LINK poft occse 154 Inserting and removing PC Cards 154 Inserting a PC Card 155 Removing a PC Card cecce 156 setting up a PC Card for your computer 156 Using the Bridge Media Slot ce eeeeeseereees 157 Inserting Memory Stick or Memory Stick PRO Media 157 Removing Memory Stick or M
198. put system bps bits per second CD compact disc CD ROM compact disc read only memory CD RW compact disc rewrite memory CMOS complementary metal oxide semiconductor COMI communications port 1 serial port COM2 communications port 2 serial port CPU central processing unit 305 DC DMA DIMM DOS DPI DSTN DVD DVD ROM ECP EPROM FAT FCC FIR GB HDD HTML IEEE VO IRQ ISP LAN LCD LSI MB MIDI PC PCI PCMCIA 306 direct current direct memory access dual inline memory module disk operating system dots per inch dual supertwist nematic digital versatile or video disc digital versatile or video disc read only memory enhanced capabilities port erasable programmable read only memory file allocation table Federal Communications Commission fast infrared gigabyte hard disk drive Hypertext Markup Language Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers input output interrupt request Internet service provider kilobyte local area network liquid crystal display large scale integration megabyte Musical Instrument Digital Interface personal computer Peripheral Component Interconnect Personal Computer Memory Card International Association Glossary 30 RAM random access memory RFI radio frequency interference ROM read only memory RTC real time clock SCSI small computer system interface DDRAM double data random access memory SRAM static random access memory SVGA
199. r and to open the Media Center main window Select My TV Select Guide Use the arrows on the remote to scroll through the list of current television programs and channels available from your television service provider The TV Guide displays the channel and network as well as the show title and scheduled time block The number of days displayed depends on your television service provider To view a program double click it or select it with the remote control and click OK Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 1 QO Watching Television Programs 5 Press OK on the remote to select the program that you want to view Media Center displays a detailed description of the program at the bottom of the screen If the program is live press Watch to view the program Ifthe program is not currently playing press Record to record the program You can have Media Center automatically connect to the Internet and update your Guide NOTE Not all Internet Service Providers support this feature Check with your service provider for more information You can manually update the TV Guide in the Media Center Settings window at any time even if you have automatic updates set up Ifthe TV Guide has not been downloaded from the Internet because there is no Internet connection the message No data available displays next to each channel The number of channels and calendar days of TV listings
200. r color quality 4 Click OK The display mode is set to Simultaneous and the external display device does not work Make sure the external monitor is capable of displaying at resolutions of 800 x 600 or higher Devices that do not support this resolution will only work in Internal External mode lf Something Goes Wrong 269 Resolving a hardware conflict Small bright dots appear on your TFT display when you turn on your computer Your display contains an extremely large number of thin film transistors TFT and is manufactured using high precision technology The small bright dots that appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology NOTE Over a period of time and depending on the usage of the computer the brightness of the LCD Screen will deteriorate This is an intrinsic characteristic of LCD technology Maximum brightness is only available when operating in AC power mode Screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery power and you will not be able to increase the brightness of the screen Disk drive problems Problems with the hard disk or with a diskette drive usually show up as an inability to access the disk or as sector errors Sometimes a disk problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them Typical disk problems are You are having trouble accessing a disk or one or more files appear to be missing Make sure you are identifying
201. rade your modem or reset the port to the default settings If you are having trouble connecting through the modem you may need to determine the current COM port name and possibly change it To find out which port your modem is connected to 1 2 3 Open the Start menu and click Control Panel Click Printers and Other Hardware Click Phone and Modem Options The Phone and Modem Options Properties dialog box displays Fill in the Local Information text boxes and click OK Click the Modems tab Your modem should be listed next to one of the computer s COM ports Make a note of the COM port number To verify that the modem is set up properly select the modem you wish to check and then click Properties to bring up the dialog box with information specific to that modem Click the Diagnostics tab and then click Query Modem Windows XP communicates with the modem and displays identifying information reported by the modem If Windows XP cannot communicate with the modem it displays an error message Consult the troubleshooting sections of your modem and Windows XP documentation Exploring Your Options 1 43 Setting up for communications 9 Click OK to close the properties dialog box for that specific modem 10 Click OK to close the Modem Properties dialog box 11 Close the Control Panel Connecting the modem to a telephone line Before you can communicate using the modem you need to connect it to a telepho
202. ramming This may cause recording options to be unavailable You may need to manually update the Guide before scheduling a recording NOTE If you turn off your computer the Media Center will not record a scheduled program Your computer must be turned on or in stand By mode to record a TV program The computer will not automatically go into Stand By mode if the Media Center is open Recording from the Guide To record a current or future show or series from the Guide 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window Select My TV Select Guide Use the arrow buttons on the remote control to find the show you want to record 5 Select Record on your remote to record the show The Record icon appears next to the show in Guide To record the series press record twice The Record Series icon is displayed to indicate a series 6 Press Back on the remote control to return to the previous window If there is a recording conflict Media Center displays a message and allows you to select which show you want to record Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 205 Recording TV Recording from Search To record a current or future show or series using Search 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window Select My TV Select Search Select Title Keyword or Categor
203. re set in the Toshiba Power Saver utility For more information see Mobile Computing on page 118 Stand ee 2 GO Stand By mode F3 Fn This hot key places the computer into Stand By mode A message box is displayed by default to confirm that the computer is going into Stand By mode This message box can be set so it does not display Do vou with to switch the machine to standby Do not show this message in the future Sample Stand By confirmation box For more information about Stand By mode please see Using Standby Mode on page 114 2 86 Hot Keys Hibernation mode Hibernation mode F4 Fn This hot key places the computer into Hibernation mode If Hibernation mode is enabled the default a message box is displayed by default to confirm the computer is going into Hibernation mode The message box can be set so it does not display THotkey Do vou wish to switch the machine to hibernation Do not show this message in the future Sample Hibernation confirmation box If Hibernation mode is disabled this hot key will not respond Hot Keys 2 8 Display modes Display modes Fn e This hot key cycles through the power on display options The display modes are Built in display only Built in display and external monitor simultaneously External monitor only Built in display and TV or other external video device simultaneously TV or o
204. red environment Check with your local government authority for details regarding where to recycle old batteries or how to dispose of them properly If you cannot find the information you need elsewhere call Toshiba at 800 457 7777 1 3 Mobile Computing Traveling tips Traveling tips The environmental precautions listed in Selecting a place to work on page 42 also apply while traveling Never leave your computer on a sunny ledge or in a place where it could get wet or covered in dust Always travel with the computer in a carrying case Toshiba offers a choice of carrying cases for the computer They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals power cables and compact discs Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information TECHNICAL NOTE When traveling by air you may be required to pass your notebook through airport security equipment The X ray equipment will not harm your computer Chapter 4 Exploring Your Options In this chapter you will explore some of the special features of your notebook computer Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in the Windows XP Media Center Edition operating system You use its features to start programs find documents set up system components and perform most other computing tasks HINT The illustrated examples in this guide may appear Slightly different from the screens displayed by y
205. remote control at the remote sensor The remote sensor is located on the front of your computer Make sure there 1s nothing blocking the path between your remote control and the remote sensor 2 If your computer is powered on turn it off or place it in Hibernation mode 3 Perform one of the following steps To watch television press the Live TV button to start QosmioPlayer in TV mode 1 2 NOTE Exploring Your Options Removing QosmioPlayer To play a DVD CD press the DVD Menu button to start QosmioPlayer in DVD mode Once QosmioPlayer starts you can use the Live TV and DVD Menu buttons to switch between TV and DVD modes Removing QosmioPlayer You can remove QosmioPlayer from your computer and reclaim approximately 100 MB of hard disk drive space 1 2 3 9 Click Start then click Control Panel Click Add or Remove Programs Click QosmioPlayer then click the Change Remove button An Uninstall QosmioPlayer dialog box appears Click OK When an Uninstall QosmioPlayer warning dialog box appears Click OK A final window appears for the uninstall procedure Click Uninstall to complete the process Click OK when the reboot window appears to restart your computer After your computer has restarted a dialog box appears to confirm that it is okay to format the hard disk drive Click OK You may also remove QosmioPlayer from your computer using the QosmioPlayer Recovery Media To do
206. rg Netherlands New Zealand Norway Portugal Sweden Switzerland UK USA 19 Europe Restrictions for use of 2 4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than 300m no special registration with IBPT BIPT is required Registration to IBPT BIPT is required for private usage outside buildings across public grounds over more than 300m For registration and license please contact IBPT BIPT Voor priv gebruik buiten gebouw over publieke groud over afstand kleiner dan 300m geen registratie bij BIPT IBPT nodig voor gebruik over afstand groter dan 300m is wel registratie bij BIPT IBPT nodig Voor registratie of licentie kunt u contact opnemen met BIPT Dans le cas d une utilisation priv e l ext rieur d un b timent au dessus d un espace public aucun enregistrement n est n cessaire pour une distance de moins de 300m Pour une distance sup rieure 300m un enregistrement aupr s de I IBPT est requise Pour les enregistrements et licences veuillez contacter l IBPT Deutschland License required for outdoor installations Check with reseller for procedure to follow Anmeldung im Outdoor Bereich notwendig aber nicht genehmigungspflichtig Bitte mit H ndler die Vorgehensweise abstimmen France Restricted frequency band only channels 1 to 7 2400 MHz and 2454 MHz respectively may be used outdoors in France Please contact A R
207. rged spare Save your work and turn off the computer If you do not set any of these options before the battery completely runs out of power the computer automatically enters Hibernation mode and turns itself off Hibernation mode keeps track of where you were so when you turn on the power again you can continue where you left off The computer stores the information on what you were doing until the battery runs out of power If you have Hibernation mode enabled the default the computer copies the details of your open programs and files to the hard disk before shutting down Setting battery alarms Your computer can be configured to warn you of a low battery charge condition so you can take the necessary steps to save your work Your Windows operating system offers two alarms before your system shuts down To change the default alarm settings 1 Open the Start menu click Control Panel then Performance and Maintenance i 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon Click the Setup Action tab Select the Alarm settings in the Setup Alarm section Mobile Computing 1 21 Monitoring battery power Before your computer runs out of battery power save your data and take one of the following actions Suspend or turn off your computer Turn off your computer and replace the main battery with a charged one Connect your computer to an AC power source Conserving battery power How long a fully char
208. rity Sample TOSHIBA Console Security window Select the Supervisor Password icon Click Set Type your password in the Input box Retype your password in the Input again box Click Set Click OK FAN HD Nn A 202 Toshiba Utilities Setting passwords Deleting a supervisor password To cancel the power on password function 1 2 FAN A a RA U Click Start then click All Programs Point to TOSHIBA Console then click the resulting TOSHIBA Console selection You may also press the TOSHIBA Console button to the left of the keyboard to open the TOSHIBA Console The TOSHIBA Console window appears On the left side select Security Select the Supervisor Password icon Select Verify by Password Select the Supervisor Password tab Type the correct password Click Verify Click Delete 10 Select Verify by Password 11 Type the correct password 12 Click Verify Setting a user password To register a password for the power on password functions 1 2 Click Start then click All Programs Point to TOSHIBA Console then click the resulting TOSHIBA Console selection The TOSHIBA Console window appears On the left side select Security Select the User Password icon Click Set 6 7 8 9 Toshiba Utilities 2 53 Setting passwords Type your password in the Input box Retype your password in the Input again box Click Set Click OK Disabling a user password To canc
209. rnet 1 6 Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 1 I Media Center Setup Media Center Setup This section shows you how to set up your computer to use the Media Center There are many different methods you can use to connect your television and computer which are covered in the following sections Connecting to a Television Your computer has TV out capability meaning you can connect it to a television and view the computer image on the television Using your computer s integrated TV Tuner and the Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 operating system you can also record or view TV programs AWARNING you have to operate your computer during a thunderstorm and are connecting the TV tuner to an outside antenna you should operate your computer using AC power mode The AC adapter offers some protection against but does not entirely prevent possible electric shock caused by lightning For complete protection do not operate your computer during a thunderstorm NOTE Transmission quality may vary by location and channel For best results in recording or viewing your computer requires the use of an external Set top box or Cable Box using a high quality Signal as the main source Failure to comply with these instructions will not produce optimum recording or viewing quality For more information see Connecting a VCR DVD player or Set Top Box to the Computer on page 179
210. rnet Transferring files from one computer to another is termed uploading transferring data from your computer to a site on the Web or downloading transferring data from a site on the Web to your computer Exploring Your Options 1 D Exploring audio features There are several ways to upload or download data It can be as simple as attaching a file or document to an email or you can use the File Transfer Protocol FTP features of your Web browser to transfer large amounts of data Exploring audio features You can use your computer to record sounds using an external microphone or the computer s built in microphone which is located on the front of the computer You can play wav sound files or audio CDs using the built in speakers headphones or external speakers NOTE SRS audio enhancements are available in the Microsoft Windows operating system Recording sounds You may record sounds as wav files by using the internal microphone or by connecting an external microphone or other sound source to the microphone jack You may also record sounds using the computer s built in microphone located on the front of the computer y DEFINITION A wav pronounced wave file is a Windows format for storing sound LA L TECHNICAL NOTE If you record MP3 files you will only be able to play them on a device capable of playing MP3 files 1 5 Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features
211. roduct and model number clicking GO and then clicking the Detailed Specs link from the menu on the left or just refer to the computer documentation shipped with your product For the number of a Toshiba dealer near you in the United States call 800 457 7777 80 lf Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance Contacting Toshiba If you still need help and suspect that the problem is hardware related Toshiba offers a variety of resources to help you To stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer and for other product information be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport toshiba com Toshiba voice contact Before calling Toshiba make sure you have Your computer s serial number gt gt The computer and any optional devices related to the problem gt Backup copies of your Windows operating system and all other preloaded software on your choice of media Name and version of the program involved in the problem along with its installation media Information about what you were doing when the problem occurred gt Exact error messages and when they occurred For technical support call the Toshiba Global Support Centre Within the United States at 800 457 7777 Outside the United States at 949 859 4273 lf Something Goes Wrong Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 201 Oth
212. rom a CD to your Media Library insert the CD select Copy from CD and then select Copy Music in the toolbar You can select to copy your music files as MPEG Audio Layer 3 mp3 or Windows Media Audio wma files 5 Click the Library tab to see where your new audio files have been placed You can rename files by selecting the file and typing a new name or genre over the old one The way you label your music files determines the category in which they are placed Your added music files can now be found and played back using My Music in Media Center You may need to close and open Media Center for the added music files to appear in My Music For more information about adding music files to the Media Library use the Windows Media Player Help menu 21 0 Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Listening to Music Deleting Music Files To delete a file from the Windows Media Player Library select the music file right click the mouse and then select Delete Adding Music from Your Hard Drive to Windows Media Player Library You can place all your music files into the My Music folder or into other folders on your hard drive however you need to add those files to the Windows Media Player Library for Media Center to be able to find and play them You may have already copied and organized your music files on your hard drive If so you need to add them to the Windows Media Player Library to access them with th
213. rom the Fn esse keyboard Fn esse displays the Function Key Assignments dialog box This box lists all the key assignments and the program or document to which each key is assigned To view items in a popup list select the Expand popup lists check box Changing or removing existing key assignments In the Fn esse keyboard click the key you wish to change with the secondary button Fn esse displays the Assignment Type dialog box Toshiba Utilities 2 4 TOSHIBA Console To change the key assignment click Direct or Popup and continue as if you were creating a new assignment To remove the key assignment click Clear TOSHIBA Console The TOSHIBA Console provides quick access to computer functions and allows you to customize a range of computer settings To access the control panel 1 Click Start then click All Programs 2 Point to TOSHIBA Console then click the resulting Toshiba Console selection The TOSHIBA Console window appears FL Fe TOSHIBA Mouse Button TOSHIBA ConfigFree Hardwa Customize your computer to suit your personal and work habits Sample TOSHIBA Console window The TOSHIBA Console offers three categories of features Customizing Your Computer Network Security 2 42 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console Customizing Your Computer The features available in this category are Power Management gt Mouse Hotkey ass
214. roved by Toshiba or parties authorized by Toshiba could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Contact Toshiba America Information Systems Inc 9740 Irvine Blvd Irvine CA 92618 1697 949 583 3000 Industry Canada requirement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conform a la norme NMB 003 du Canada FCC requirements The following information is pursuant to FCC CFR 47 Part 68 and refers to internal modems This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains among other information the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number REN for this equipment If requested the information must be provided to the telephone company The modem connects to the telephone line by means of a standard jack called the USOC RJ1 1C A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant The REN is used to de
215. s High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5 25 GHz to 5 35 GHz and 5 65 GHz to 5 85 GHz bands These radar stations can cause interference with and or damage to this device NOTE The above Caution information applies to products that operate with an 802 114 device Taiwan Unless approved for any model accredited low power radio frequency electric machinery any company trader or user shall not change the frequency increase the power or change the features and functions of the original design Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not affect the aviation safety and interfere with legal communications In event that any interference is found the use of such electric machinery shall be stopped immediately and reusing of such products can be resumed until no interference occurs after improvement The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and regulations Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against interference from legal communications or from industrial scientific and medical radio emission electric machinery Using this Equipment in Japan In Japan the frequency bandwidth of 2 400 MHz to 2 483 5 MHz for second generation low power data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of mobile object identification systems premises radio station and spec
216. s are interrelated For example a faulty AC adapter or power cord cable will neither power the computer nor recharge the batteries Here are some typical problems and how to solve them The AC power light does not come on when you plug in the AC adapter and power cord cable Make sure the AC adapter and power cord cable are firmly plugged into both the wall outlet and the computer If the AC power light still does not come on check that the wall outlet is working properly by plugging in a lamp or other appliance The AC adapter and power cord cable work correctly but the battery will not charge The battery does not charge while the computer is consuming full power Try turning off the computer The main battery may not be inserted correctly in the computer Turn off the computer remove the battery clean the contacts with a soft dry cloth if necessary and replace the battery The battery may be too hot or too cold to charge properly If you think this is the probable cause let the battery reach room temperature and try again If the battery has completely discharged it will not begin charging immediately Leave the AC adapter and power cord cable connected wait 20 minutes and see if the battery is charging If the battery light is glowing after 20 minutes let the computer continue charging the battery for at least another 20 minutes before you turn on the computer 266 lf Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardw
217. s face up 2 Push the media into the slot until it locks in place Sample inserting Memory Stick or Memory Stick PRO media 1 D 8 Exploring Your Options Using the Bridge Media slot GAUTION DOnotremove Memory Stick media while data is being written or read Even when the message copying in the windows disappears writing to the media might still be in progress and your data could be destroyed Wait for the indicator light to go out Removing Memory Stick or Memory Stick PRO media 1 Right click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray After the media is stopped it is safe to remove 2 Grasp the card and pull it straight out Inserting an SD Card 1 Turn the card so that the contacts metal areas are face down 2 Push the card into the slot until it locks in place Sample inserting an SD Card Exploring Your Options 1 DO Using the Bridge Media slot LCAUuTIoN Do not touch the SD connector metal area You could expose the storage area to static electricity which can destroy data Do not remove an SD Card while data is being written or read Even when the message copying in the windows disappears writing to the card might still be in progress and your data could be destroyed Wait for the indicator light to go out Removing an SD Card 1 Right click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray After the card is stopped it is safe to remov
218. screen CD DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer CD DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer X Speed Setting Set Quiet Mode Click here to allow Acoustic Silencer to slow the CD DYD drive speed For this Windows session only You can use this mode to listen to music CDs or audio files more comfortably Set Normal Mode Click here to return to Normal Speed in this Windows session for installing applications or transferring data Show tasktray icon Sample CD DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer screen This utility available on the Toshiba Console can slow the speed of your optical drive to make it run more quietly You can use this utility to make listening to Music CDs more enjoyable Toshiba Utilities 2 49 Setting passwords The CD DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer does not operate when running QosmioPlayer Please use Windows Media Center or Media Player if you want to use the CD DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer When you change the CD DVD drive to Quiet mode the setting is only valid for the current Windows session If you shut down restart log off or resume from hibernation the setting will revert back to Normal speed The setting can also be changed by CD burning software or other applications that can set the drive speed To change the setting open the Acoustic Silencer by double clicking the tasktray icon 250 Toshiba Utilities Setting passwords Hardware Setup This is useful if more than one person us
219. screen Log Lets you create a diagnostic log view a history of log files or delete the history Log files are saved as CFhtmlxxxxx htm where xxxxx is the creation date and time They reside in the folder C Documents and Settings username Local Settings Temp About Displays the version of Connectivity Doctor Help Displays online help Close Closes the Connectivity Doctor screen 296 Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Search for Wireless Devices The Search for Wireless Devices utility searches for wireless LAN devices and Bluetooth devices currently used in the neighborhood and displays information about them on a virtual map To search for wireless devices 1 Click the icon in the system tray 2 Click Search for Wireless Devices A virtual map appears with a graphical representation of the wireless devices that have been detected NOTE Search for Wireless Devices can also be started from the ConfigFree Launcher For Wi Fi networks the intensity of a signal is displayed in five levels or bands The signal from the connected access point is displayed in the bands surrounding the PC icon at the center of the map Placing the pointer over the displayed point of light shows detailed information about the wireless device NOTE The wireless device shown near the center of the map is not necessarily near your notebook computer If a wireless device located a dista
220. so simply Exploring Your Options 1 13 Installing the QosmioPlayer Recovery media boot up the computer with the QosmioPlayer disc in the drive and select option 3 Delete QosmioPlayer If you delete the QosmioPlayer using the Qosmio player media you will not retrieve 1 T 4 Exploring Your Options Installing the QosmioPlayer Recovery media On systems with QosmioPlayer previously uninstalled using the Windows Add Remove Programs If you have previously removed QosmioPlayer from your computer and wish to reinstall it doing so will require you to recover the entire system using the Recovery media that shipped with your computer after the QosmioPlayer installation has been completed CAUTION After completing the QosmioPlayer recovery procedure you must use your system s Recovery media to recover the Windows operating system Performing the recovery procedure on your computer removes all data files Be sure to back up your files prior to using this procedure 1 Insert the QosmioPlayer Recovery CD into the drive close the drive tray and restart your computer from the CD 2 Press the 1 key on the computer s keyboard to recover to the initial configuration A warning screen displays asking you if you want to install QosmioPlayer 3 Press Y A final warning screen displays 4 Press Y to confirm Once the QosmioPlayer installation is completed you must restore your computer t
221. software to play DVDs Exploring Your Options 1 65 Using QosmioPlayer TECHNICAL NOTE Your DVD ROM or multi function drive is Set to play region 1 North America DVD ROMsS If you cannot view the DVD because of a region error be sure to change the region code in the Windows operating system The drive will allow you to change regions four times On the fourth change the region will be locked in That is the drive will only play DVDs from that last region Note that changing from region 1 to region 2 and back to region 1 is counted as two changes You must launch the Windows operating system to change the DVD region but once the region has been changed you can then play the DVD using QosmioPlayer Watching television Pressing the TV Media Control button allows you to watch television if a TV source is connected to the computer The first time you watch television use the Setup menu to scan the available channels and select other settings To display the Setup menu press the F2 key on the computer Sample Setup menu 1 66 Exploring Your Options Using QosmioPlayer When viewing television programs you have the following options 0 9 Press a number on your keyboard to watch a specific channel PAGE UP Press the PAGE UP key to scroll backward through channels DOWN press the PAGE DOWN key to scroll forward through channels CTRL UP Press the CTRL UP Arrow keys to increase the volume pr
222. specific information on each icon and how to use it Start button You use the Start button to gt Start programs gt Access Microsoft Windows XP operating system update information gt Sd Open documents gt Adjust system settings Find files gt Sd Access Windows Help gt Sd Run programs Sd Suspend system activity and turn off the computer 1 A Exploring Your Options Exploring the desktop Taskbar Each time you open a program a button associated with that program appears on the taskbar With some programs a button appears on the taskbar for each document or window you open You can use these buttons to quickly switch between the programs or windows To make a program or window the currently active one click the associated taskbar button You can personalize the taskbar to include not only shortcut icons but also your favorite Internet URL addresses DEFINITION URL stands for Uniform Resource Locator which is the address that defines the route to a file on the Web or any other Internet facility Generically it is known as the Web site address System tray The System tray displays icons of tasks or programs that run continuously in the background To learn more about each task position the cursor over the icon for a few moments and a short description of the task appears Typical tasks in the System tray are Curren
223. st you have four options You can Double click the icon for the program on your desktop Use the Start menu Use Windows Explorer to locate the program file Use the Run dialog box The next three sections explain how to start a program from the Start menu Explorer and the Run dialog box Starting a program from the Start menu When you install a program the operating system usually puts an icon in the All Programs menu To start a program that has an icon in the All Programs menu follow these steps which use the Windows WordPad program as an example 1 Click Start then point to All Programs The Windows XP operating system displays the All Programs menu which lists programs and program groups If your program is listed go to step 3 otherwise continue with step 2 2 Point to the program group in this example Accessories The Accessories menu displays 3 Click the program in this example WordPad WordPad opens 92 Learning the Basics Starting a program To close the program click the Close button in the upper right corner of the program s window Starting a program from Windows Explorer If a program is not listed in the Programs menu you can start it from Windows Explorer Windows Explorer gives you a view of your computer s contents as a hierarchy or tree You can easily see the content of each drive and folder on your computer To use this method you should know the fi
224. super video graphics adapter TFT thin film transistor USB universal serial bus URL uniform resource locator WAN wide area network www World Wide Web Terms A The se terms may appear in this user s guide active matrix display A liquid crystal display LCD made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active matrix technology Also known as a TFT display in its simplest form there is one thin film transistor TFT for each cell This type of display works well with notebook computers because of its shallow depth and high quality color Active matrix displays are viewable from wider angles than most passive matrix displays adapter A device that provides a compatible connection between two units For example the computer s internal display adapter receives information from the software and translates it into images on the screen An adapter can take a number of forms from a microprocessor to a simple connector An intelligent adapter one that is capable of doing some processing may also be called a controller alternating current AC The type of power usually supplied to residential and commercial wall outlets AC reverses its direction at regular intervals Compare direct current DC 308 application A computer program that you use to perform tasks of a specific type Applications include word processors spreadsheets and database management systems See also program R backup A cop
225. t the LCD panel will automatically turn off until you open it again Getting Started 83 Caring for your computer If you have the audible warning set the computer will beep to notify you that it is still on If you have an action feature set the computer will perform one of the following Nothing Standby or Hibernate Moving the computer Before moving your computer even across the room make sure all disk activity has ended the drive indicator light stops glowing and all external peripheral cables are disconnected CAUTION VO Not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back where the ports are located Although your notebook computer is built to withstand reasonable shock and vibration transport it in a carrying case for long trips You can purchase a carrying case from your Toshiba dealer through the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories toshiba com Using a computer lock For your own peace of mind you may want to secure your computer to a heavy object such as your desk The easiest way to do this is to purchase an optional PORT Noteworthy Computer Lock Cable Sample PORT Noteworthy Computer Lock Cable 8 4 Getting Started Caring for your computer To secure the computer 1 Loop the cable through or around some part of a heavy object Make sure there is no way for a potential thief to slip the cable off the object Pass the locking
226. t and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries DirectX Active Desktop and DirectShow are registered trademarks and Windows Media is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation LapLink is a registered trademark of Traveling Software Inc ConfigFree is a trademark of Toshiba Corporation Wi Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi Fi Alliance 2 Dolby Manufactured by Toshiba under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories TouchPad is a trademark of Synaptics Inc Secure Digital and SD are trademarks xD Picture Card is a trademark of Fuji MultiMediaCard is a trademark of Infineon Technologies AG All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies Computer disposal information This product contains mercury Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental considerations For disposal reuse or recycling information please contact your local government or the Electronic Industries Alliance at www elae org Contents Introduction ene 3 This guide leseese 38 Safety GOING ena scatecatomateracasoscaueaonacinetesnautedncaseeceasaanes 39 Other ICONS used 40 Other documentation eeeereeenn 40 Service OPTIONS eiesesererrsrireserrrrerrrrerrrrsrrrnn 41 Chapter 1 Getting Started ccc 42 Selecting a place tO WOFK ccce 42 Crea
227. t time Power usage mode Mouse properties and speaker volume To activate a specific task double click the appropriate System tray icon Exploring Your Options 1 4 Setting up for communications Setting up for communications Your computer comes with a built in modem that can be connected to a standard voice grade telephone line The modem allows you to Access the Internet Communicate with your office s local area network LAN or a larger corporate wide area network WAN For specific information about connecting to a LAN or WAN consult your network administrator Send a fax directly from your computer To connect to the Internet use an online service or communicate across telephone lines with another computer you need A modem one comes with your computer A telephone line A browser or communications program An Internet Service Provider ISP or online service if you plan to use the Internet NOTE To stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer and for other product information be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at accessories toshiba com 142 Exploring Your Options Setting up for communications Determining the COM port Your modem is connected to one of the computer s COM communications ports The default setting for the modem is COMS The following procedure is intended to support you if you need to either upg
228. ter from Standby mode press the power button until the on off light changes to green The computer returns to the screen you were previously using If you place the computer in Standby mode by closing the display panel you can start it again by opening the display panel Learning the Basics 1 1 Toshiba s online resources Toshiba s online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect These sites provide information about Toshiba products give help with technical questions and keep you up to date with future upgrades For more information see Contacting Toshiba on page 280 Chapter 3 Mobile Computing This chapter covers all aspects of using your computer while traveling Toshiba s energy saver design Your computer enters a low power Standby mode when it is not being used thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process It has a number of other features that enhance its energy efficiency Many of these energy saving features have been set by Toshiba We recommend you leave these features active allowing your computer to operate at its maximum energy efficiency so that you can use it for longer periods of time while traveling 118 Mobile Computing 1 1 Q Running the computer on battery power Running the computer on battery power q__ The computer contains a removable Lithium Ion Li Ion high capacity battery that provides power when you are a
229. termine the number of devices that may be connected to a telephone line Excessive RENS on a telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call In most but not all areas the sum of RENs should not exceed five 5 0 To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to a line as determined by the total RENS contact the local telephone company For products approved after July 23 2001 the REN for this product is part of the product identifier that has the format US AAAEQHFTXXXX The digits represented by the are the REN without a decimal point e g 03 is a REN of 0 3 For earlier products the REN is separately shown on the label Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs Contact the state public utility commission public service commission or corporation commission for information Telephone Company Procedures The goal of the telephone company is to provide you with the best service it can In order to do this it may occasionally be necessary for them to make changes in their equipment operations or procedures If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your equipment the telephone company will give you notice in writing to allow you to make any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service If Problems Arise If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary disco
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231. that are removable By default the hard disk is referred to as drive C hardware The physical components of a computer system Compare software Hibernation A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that saves to the hard disk the current state of your work including all open files and programs when you turn the computer off When you turn on the computer again your work is returned to the same state it was when the computer was turned off See also Standby Suspend high density diskette A 3 5 inch diskette that holds 1 44 MB of data See also diskette hot key 1 A feature in which certain keys in combination with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters such as the battery save mode 2 A key or combination of keys that activates a memory resident program 314 on hot swapping The ability to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change icon A small image displayed on the screen that represents a function file or program interlaced A method of refreshing a computer screen in which only every other line of pixels is refreshed Interlaced monitors take two passes to create a complete screen image Compare non interlaced internal device See device Internet The decentralized world wide network of computers that provides electronic mail the World Wide Web and other services See a
232. the RGB monitor port on the back of the computer 2 Connect the device s power cable to a live electrical outlet Turn on the external device Set the display mode by pressing Fn F5 or by setting the Display Properties settings See the immediately following section on directing the display output for more information Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Once you connect an external display device you can choose to use the internal display only the external device only or both simultaneously The quickest way to change the display output settings is to use the display hot key Fn F5 1 Press Fn and F5 simultaneously 2 While holding down Fn press F5 repeatedly until the setting you want takes effect This hot key cycles through the settings in the following order Built in display only Built in display and external monitor simultaneously External monitor only Built in display and TV or other external video device simultaneously TV or other external video device only Getting Started 19 Connecting External AV Input Devices 3 Release the Fn key TECHNICAL NOTE You can also change these settings using the Display Properties Box Z Set the option for the video controller by clicking Start then Control Panel and Display Choose the Settings tab click the Advanced button select Display Device select the applicable Monitor type and click Apply or OK
233. the designated SSID a notification window appears You can then click this window to connect using the settings specified in the profile To use the Semi Automatic Switch feature Right click the icon in the system tray Click Auto Switch The Auto Switch dialog box appears Select the Auto Switch SSID tab Select the profile to be automatically selected when the SSID is detected then click Add The profile is moved to the List of target SSIDs and profiles Aa WwW N m 5 Repeat the previous step for each additional profile you want to select 6 Select Automatically switch profiles when connected to this SSID 7 Check Automatically switch profile when connected to this SSID 8 Click OK The computer is now configured to use the Semi Automatic Switch feature When the computer connects to an SSID in a profile a display notification window appears You can then click Switch on the window to switch profiles You can also set the option for having the switch be automatic without the need for a notification NOTE Several profiles can be defined for a single SSID In this case several notification windows are displayed By clicking these windows you can switch to the profile for that location Glossary G TECHNICAL NOTE Some features defined in this glossary L may not be available on your computer Acronyms These acronyms may appear in this user s guide AC alternating current BIOS basic input out
234. the drive by its correct name A or C Error checking Run Error checking which analyzes the directories files and File Allocation Table FAT on the disk and repairs any damage it finds 210 lf Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict To run Error checking 1 Click Start then click My Computer 2 Right click the drive you want to check and select Properties from the menu The drive s properties box appears Click the Tools tab Click the Check now button The Check Disk All Apps box appears 5 You can choose one or both options Automatically fix file system errors o Scan for and attempt recovery of bad sectors 6 Click Start Error checking runs the test Your hard disk seems very slow If you have been using your computer for some time your files may have become fragmented Run Disk Defragmenter To do this click Start then click All Programs point to Accessories and System Tools and click Disk Defragmenter Your data files are damaged or corrupted Refer to your software documentation for file recovery procedures Many software packages automatically create backup files You may also be able to recover lost data using utility software which is available from your dealer Some programs run correctly but others do not This is probably a configuration problem If a program does not run properly refer to its documentation and check that the lf Something Goes Wrong 21
235. the keys You have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages If you have a second keyboard try it If it works the first keyboard may be defective or incompatible with your lf Something Goes Wrong 26 Resolving a hardware conflict computer Also try connecting the keyboard when the computer is off and then powering the computer on Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions The display is blank Display Auto Off may have gone into effect Press any key to activate the screen You may have activated the instant password feature by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously If you have registered a password press the Enter key type the password and press Enter If no password is registered press Enter The screen reactivates and allows you to continue working If you are using the built in screen make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor To do this hold the Fn key and press F5 twice A window with display choices pops up Hold the Fn key and press F5 twice again to advance through the display options If you are using an external monitor Check that the monitor is turned on Check that the monitor s power cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached Try adjusting the contrast and brightness contr
236. the microphone and the speakers It occurs in any sound system when input from a microphone is fed to the speakers and the speaker volume is too loud Adjust the volume control Changing the settings for the Record Monitor feature in the Recording Control Utility default Off or the Mute feature lf Something Goes Wrong 213 Resolving a hardware conflict in the Mixer Utility default Enabled may cause feedback Revert to the default settings To access these settings click Start then Control Panel Click on Sounds Speech and then Audio Devices PC Card problems PC Cards PCMCIA compatible include many types of devices such as a removable hard disk additional memory or a pager Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of new cards If you are having trouble getting one or more of these devices to work together several sections in this chapter may apply Resource conflicts can cause problems when using PC Cards See Inserting and removing PC Cards on page 154 for more information Card Information Structure When you insert a PC Card into a slot the computer attempts to determine the type of card and the resources it requires by reading its Card Information Structure CIS Sometimes the CIS contains enough information for you to use the card immediately Other cards must be set up before you can use them Use the Windows XP PC Card PCMCIA Wizard to set up the card Refer to your M
237. the program you are using and what you are doing D default tThe setting selected by a program when the user does not specify an alternative setting device A component attached to the computer Devices may be external outside the computer s case or internal inside the computer s case Printers disk drives and modems are examples of devices device driver A program called a driver that permits a computer to communicate with a device dialog box An on screen window displayed by the operating system or a program giving a direction or requesting input from the user direct current DC The type of power usually supplied by batteries DC flows in one direction Compare alternating current AC direct memory access DMA A dedicated channel bypassing the CPU that enables direct data transfer between memory and a device directory See folder disable To turn a computer option off See also enable disc A round flat piece of metal designed to be read from and written to by optical laser technology and used in the production of optical discs such as CDs and DVDs Compare disk oon 311 disk A round flat piece of material that can be magnetically influenced to hold information in digital form and used in the production of magnetic disks such as diskettes and hard disks Compare disc See also diskette hard disk disk drive The device that reads and writes information and programs
238. the remote control to move through and select your video or video folder 4 Press the OK button on the remote control The selected video plays in full screen mode or the folder opens displaying a list of video files Use the Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 221 Watching Your Digital Movies mouse to resize the window if you want to watch your video while doing something else on your desktop When the video is finished select Restart and then press OK to replay the video You can also select Done and press OK to close the file and return to the My Videos window Playing a Video in Full Screen Mode 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window Select My Videos Select My Videos or Shared Video Use the arrow buttons to select the folder you want and then press OK Select the video file and press OK again Your video plays in full screen mode 4 Press Back on the remote control to exit full screen mode and return to the previous window Sorting Videos To organize your videos by date or by name 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window Select My Videos Select My Videos or Shared Video If your videos are organized within other folders use the arrow buttons to select the folder you want to sort and then press OK If you do not select a fo
239. ther external video device only aunk Sample display options window To use a simultaneous mode you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device 2 88 Hot Keys Enabling a wireless device Enabling a wireless device Fn Pw This hot key enables disables the optional wireless devices in your computer for systems with Wi Fi or Bluetooth only The wireless modes are Bluetooth enabled This enables only the Bluetooth module Wi Fi enabled This enables only the Wi Fi module All devices enabled This enables both the Bluetooth module and the Wi Fi modules All devices disabled tThis disables both the Bluetooth module and the Wi Fi modules GO a amp amp Wi Fi ig enabled Sample wireless modes window Display brightness Fn a This hot key decreases the screen brightness Fn za This hot key increases the screen brightness aon on Hot Keys 2 89 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn This hot key enables disables the TouchPad To use the TouchPad see Disabling or enabling the TouchPad on page 60 Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows Keyboard hot keys Fn This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off Fn Appendix B Power Cord Cable Connectors The computer features a universal power supply you can use world
240. ti function drive The disc tray partially opens 1 02 Learning the Basics Using the DVD ROM or multi function drive CAUTION 10 avoid damaging a disc or losing data check that the disc activity light is off before opening the disc tray YY HINT The drive will not open if the computer s power is off G 2 Grasp the tray and pull it fully open 3 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is clean and free of dust CAUTION Handle discs carefully Avoid touching the surface of the disc Grasp it by its center hole and edge If you handle the disc incorrectly you could lose data If the disc is dusty clean it as described in Caring for CD or DVD Discs on page 109 4 Carefully place the disc in the empty tray with its label facing up Sample positioning the disc in the drive Learning the Basics 1 03 Using the DVD ROM or multi function drive 5 Gently press the disc onto the center spindle until it clicks into place Spindle Disc Correct position LAA Incorrect position _ Incorrect position Sample positioning the disc on the spindle Be careful not to touch the drive s lens located underneath the drive s spindle or the area around it Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction CAUTION you insert the disc incorrectly it may jam the drive If this happens contact your Toshiba support for assistance 6 Push the disc tray in by pressing
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242. tings can be saved or captured in a profile Internet settings includes LAN settings proxy server settings and the address of a home page that opens automatically when Internet Explorer starts gt Devices lets you enable or disable settings of wired and wireless network devices infrared devices and set the power status of Bluetooth antennas TCP IP settings includes DHCP IP address subnet mask default gateway DNS server and WINS server settings Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer 299 ConfigFree Utilities Personal firewall settings for Internet connections Dial up connection settings for the default connection File and printer sharing settings Printer settings for the default printer To create a profile A U N m QO Nl A A 10 11 Click the icon in the system tray Move the pointer to Profile Click Add The Add Profile screen appears Select Capture and click OK The Add Profile screen appears Enter the name of the profile you want to create Enter any optional comments if desired Click Change Icon and select an icon for this profile Under Captured Items select the items you want to capture for this profile If connecting with a wireless network select the desired Auto Switch Settings These options are unavailable if wireless devices have been disabled Under Execute this program after switching click the Browse button and select t
243. tion gt Direct Access Buttons The direct access buttons place QosmioPlayer in TV or CD DVD mode Recorded TV is functional only with Media Center Edition Guide is functional only with Media Center Edition Live TV launches QosmioPlayer into TV mode when the computer is powered off or in Hibernation mode Use this mode to watch television so long as a TV source is connected to the computer When the computer is powered on use this button to launch QosmioPlayer DVD Menu launches QosmioPlayer s CD DVD function gt Exploring Your Options 1 11 Using QosmioPlayer Media Playback Buttons These buttons allow you to play back music files playlists music CDs and DVD movies from within QosmioPlayer Use Pause to turn off QosmioPlayer Press Play to play selected media Use Forward to move selected media forward Press Forward up to three times to increase the fast forwarding speed Use Rewind to rewind selected media Press Rewind again to increase the rewinding speed Use Stop to stop the media currently playing Use Next to move forward in the selected media For music Next moves to the next track For DVDs Next moves to the next chapter Use Previous to move backward in the selected media For music Previous moves to the previous track For DVDs Previous moves to the previous chapter Using the Remote Control To begin using your remote control 1 Point the
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245. to find and play your music using your remote control You can store your music files in the My Music folder or in other folders on your hard drive however you need to add those files to the Windows Media Player Library for Media Center to be able to find and play them In My Music you can Play music CDs You can skip shuffle or repeat songs or albums Play digital music files from a music library you create and organize using Windows Media Player Search for music files by the following categories album artist playlist song or genre View music CD details such as artist name song title length of song and album cover art Play a music playlist with a slide show Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 209 Listening to Music Creating Your Music Library Using Windows Media Player Each time you add music files outside of Windows Media Player you must use the Tools menu to add music files to your Windows Media Player Library This will ensure that Media Center can find them To add music files 1 Click Start on the taskbar and then click Windows Media Player 2 Click the Library tab at the top of the window The first time you select the media Library a message tells you that Windows Media Player needs to search your computer for your music files 3 Click Yes Windows Media Player searches for all available audio media and places them in the Media Library 4 To add files f
246. to more quickly 115 starting again from 116 start button 139 starting a program 91 Run dialog box 93 Windows Explorer 92 Windows Start menu 91 starting up the computer from Standby 116 from Turn off 112 Startup menu problem solving 258 stored data protection 2 supervisor password deleting 252 supervisor password set up 250 S video In port S video In 80 S video port cable selection 75 System Setup 256 system tray 140 T taskbar 140 television connecting 75 Toshiba Internet Web sites 281 Toshiba Console 241 Toshiba Hardware Setup 246 Toshiba online resources 117 Toshiba utilities 236 traveling tips 136 turning off the computer 81 328 turning on the power 57 wireless interoperability 7 TV antenna port 80 wireless mode hot key 288 wireless networking 144 U Wizards Dial Up Networking Wizard Universal Resource Locator URL 144 140 work habits 46 user password disabling 253 using a file extension 95 utilities X Power Saver 243 xD Picture Card 157 inserting 159 V removing 160 video cables 75 video display device connecting 75 volume mute hot key 283 W warranty limited warranty 41 Web sites 280 Support Online 260 Web sites Toshiba 281 Wi Fi wireless networking 144 Wi Fi Mini PCI modules 146 Windows Explorer 92 Windows Media Player 103 Windows Start menu 91 Windows XP Media Center Edition Help 259 Help and Support 260 problem solving 257 Windows XP Media Center Edition desktop 137 Windows XP M
247. ton only works when using the Windows Media Center Edition and is not operational when using QosmioPlayer Playing an audio CD Insert a supported audio CD into your DVD ROM multi function drive The QosmioPlayer automatically recognizes and plays supported CDs When playing a supported audio CD you also have the following keyboard options 0 9 Press a number on your keyboard to play a specific track on the CD F1 Press this key to hide the audio CD option guide Press again to re display the guide CTRL S Press the CTRL S keys to shuffle the CD currently playing Exploring Your Options 1 63 Using QosmioPlayer CTRL UP Press the CTRL UP Arrow keys to increase the volume press DOWN Arrow the CTRL DOWN Arrow keys to decrease the volume keys D Pressing this key displays the CD status E Pressing this key ejects the CD from the drive CTRL R Press the CTRL R keys to repeat the current song SPACE Press this key to pause the song currently playing Press the key again to start playing the song CTRL SPACE Press the CTRL Space keys to stop the CD M Press this key to mute the song currently playing lt or0 Press this key to reverse the song 10 seconds gt or P Press this key to forward the song 10 seconds L Press this key to skip to the next song K Press this key to reverse to the previous song Playing a DVD Insert a supported DVD into your DVD ROM multi function drive The QosmioPlayer automatically
248. uch as modem fax modem hard disk drive network adapter sound card or SCSI adapter peripheral Any device such as a printer or joystick that is attached to the computer and controlled by the computer s CPU pixel Short for picture element The smallest dot that can be produced on a screen or printer Plug and Play Generally refers to the computer s ability to automatically configure itself to work with peripheral devices When capitalized refers to a standard that when followed by a device manufacturer allows a PC to configure itself automatically to work with the device pointing device Any device such as the TouchPad or a mouse that enables you to move the cursor on the screen Glossary 37 T port A socket on the computer where you plug in a cable for connection to a network or a peripheral device processor See central processing unit CPU program A set of instructions that can be executed by a computer The general classes of programs also called software are operating system application and utility See also operating system application utility properties The attributes of an object or device For example the properties of a file include the file s type size and creation date RAM random access memory Volatile memory that can be written to as well as read By volatile we mean that information in RAM is lost when you turn off your computer This type of memory is use
249. uld contain a troubleshooting section 216 lf Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Printer problems This section lists some of the most common printer problems The printer will not print Check that the printer 1s connected to a working power outlet turned on and ready online Check that the printer has plenty of paper Some printers will not start printing when there are just two or three sheets of paper left in the tray Make sure the printer cable is firmly attached to the computer and the printer Run the printer s self test to check for any problem with the printer itself Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers as shown in Connecting a local printer on page 69 You may have connected the printer while the computer is on Disable Stand By mode turn off the computer and turn off the printer Turn the printer back on make sure it is on line then turn the computer back on Try printing another file For example you could create and attempt to print a short test file using Notepad If a Notepad file prints correctly the problem may be in your original file If you cannot resolve the problem contact the printer s manufacturer The printer will not print what you see on the screen Many programs display information on the screen differently from the way they print it See if your program has a print preview mode This mode lets you see your work exactly as it will print
250. umber 0 are not interchangeable Making your keyboard emulate a full size keyboard Although your computer s keyboard layout is compatible with a standard full size keyboard it has fewer keys A standard full size keyboard has two Enter Ctrl and Alt keys editing keys cursor positioning keys and a numeric keypad Pressing the Fn key simultaneously in combination with one of the specially marked keys allows you to emulate a full size keyboard Your computer s keyboard has only one Enter and one Ctrl key Most of the time this does not matter However some 88 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard programs assign separate functions to the right and left Ctrl and Alt keys or to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys on the full sized keyboard Using the Fn key you can simulate these separate keys as follows Press Fn and Ctrl simultaneously to simulate the Ctrl key on the right side of the enhanced keyboard Press Fn and Enter simultaneously to simulate the Enter key on the numeric pad of the enhanced keyboard Ctrl Fn and Alt keys EIT Sample Ctrl Fn and Alt keys The Cirl Fn and Alt keys do different things depending on the program you are using For more information see your program documentation Function keys The function keys not to be confused with the Fn key are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard AAA F al F2 el Fal F4 lt faq Fea EA l Sample function keys
251. use undesired operation Note that any changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the authorization to operate this equipment Caution Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized In order to comply with FCC radio frequency radiation exposure guidelines for an uncontrolled environment the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA has to be operated while maintaining a minimum body to antenna distance of 20 cm Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the documentation that comes with those products for additional information The Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless it is advised to use the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA in such a manner that human contact during normal operation is minimized NOTE Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by TOSHIBA or parties authorized by TOSHIBA could void the user s authority to operate the equipment 23 Taiwan Unless approved for any model accredited low power radio frequency electric machinery any company trader or user shall not change the frequency increase the power or chang
252. ust the program name Otherwise type the full file path For example to access WordPad type c Program Files WindowsNT Accessories Wordpad then click OK If you do not know the location click Browse In the Browse dialog box enter the file name for example wordpad exe and select the drive to search When the operating system has found the file click Open V HINT To run the same program again click the arrow to the sf right of the text box and select the command line from the d drop down list 94 Learning the Basics Saving your work Saving your work Before you turn off the computer save your work to the hard disk drive CAUTION Always save your data even when you are using the Stand by If your battery fully discharges your information will be lost Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low see Setting battery alarms on page 126 Many programs offer a feature that saves documents at regular intervals such as every 15 minutes Check your programs documentation to see whether they have an automatic save feature Saving files 1 On the File menu of your Windows program click Save If you are working with a document that already has a file name this is all you need to do If you created a new document your program displays a Save As dialog box Use this dialog box to specify where to store the document and to give it a file name
253. uter use 46 primary button 60 printer choosing a driver 70 local connecting 69 problem solving 276 set up 70 printing a file 96 problem solving AC power 265 accessing disk drives 256 battery charge does not last 266 battery not charging 265 cannot access DVD ROM or multi function drive 271 cannot insert diskette in drive 271 cannot read a diskette 271 changing display properties 268 checking device properties 263 compact discs not running correctly 272 computer hangs when PC Card inserted 275 computer will not power up 256 contacting Toshiba 279 280 corrupted damaged data files 270 Device Manager 262 disabling a device 262 263 disk drive is slow 270 326 display is blank 267 DVD ROM or multi function drive tray does not eject 212 external display not working 268 external keyboard not working 267 external monitor 267 faulty memory 264 hardware conflict 260 261 high pitched noise 272 illegal operation 255 Internet bookmarked site not found 259 Internet connection is slow 259 keyboard not responding 256 keyboard produces unexpected characters 266 missing files trouble accessing a disk 269 modem not receiving or transmitting 277 no sound 272 non system disk or disk error 257 271 PC Card 273 checklist 274 error occurs 275 hot swapping fails 275 not recognized 275 slots appear dead 274 275 power and batteries 265 printer 276 program not responding 254 program not working properl
254. versal serial bus USB utility A computer program designed to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem Utilities are often related to computer system management Web See World Wide Web Wi Fi A registered trademark owned by the Wireless Capability Ethernet Alliance which stands for Wireless Fidelity and is another term for the communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components World Wide Web www The worldwide network of Web sites linked together over the Internet A user of the Web can jump from site to site regardless of the location of the computer hosting the site See also Internet Index Numerics B 101 key keyboard 87 backing up files 86 battery A alarms 126 changing 129 AC adapter 52 charge does not last 266 AC power cable connectors 290 charging 55 accessories charging before use 49 carrying cases 83 conserving power 127 Add Printer Wizard 70 disposal 135 adjusting recording quality 153 installing 129 Alt keys 88 not charging 265 antenna power usage hot key 128 connecting 79 power usage mode 284 arm wrist strain 46 removing 130 131 assign keys unlocking 130 Fn esse 239 battery power audio displaying remaining 124 wav files 151 monitoring 124 features 151 Bridge Media slot 157 Auto Run 105 button avoiding injury 44 power 58 start 139 320 301 C CD playing an audio 103 playing using Auto Run 105 CD and DVDs v
255. w click Edit then click Audio Properties 3 Inthe Audio Properties dialog box adjust the Sound Playback Sound Recorder and MIDI Music Playback 4 Click OK Your new settings take effect the next time you record Using external speakers or headphones Your computer is equipped with a full stereo sound system with internal speakers Instead of using the internal speakers you can connect headphones or a pair of external stereo speakers Exploring Your Options 1 DD Inserting and removing PC Cards Inserting a PC Card NOTE Use caution when lifting or turning your computer Failure to do so may result in damage to components such as cables attached to your computer or to the computer itself Before you insert a PC Card refer to the documentation that comes with the card to see if you need to do anything before you insert it To insert a PC Card 1 Turn off the computer You may also hot swap a PC Card Stop the PC Card by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray After the PC Card is stopped it is safe to remove 2 Locate the PC Card slot on the left side of the computer 3 Insert the PC Card Sample inserting a PC Card 4 When the card is almost all the way into the slot push firmly but gently to ensure a firm connection with the computer Do not force the card into position 1 56 Exploring Your Options Inserting and removing PC Cards Removing a PC Card Stop the P
256. watch or record using the Television Program Guide Watch your favorite television programs in full screen mode or in an inset window Pause stop rewind and fast forward live TV similar to the way you would control a DVD from a DVD player Record a single TV show or an entire series My TV will manage the recordings for you and give advanced warning if there are any recording conflicts Create a recorded TV library Quickly check which TV shows you have scheduled to record View and record movies Search for TV shows by title keyword or category 198 Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Watching Television Programs NOTE If your computer enters Standby mode while you are viewing television and you resume the computer the live TV screen will be blank Press the OK button to return to live TV To watch a television program 1 Press Live TV on the remote control The last channel selected or the first channel available begins to play in full screen mode Select a channel by using the Channel Page or buttons or by using the numeric keys on your keyboard The channel number displays in the window Press Back on the remote control to exit full screen mode and view the Media Center main menu Selecting a Program from the TV Guide To select a program from the TV Guide 1 o Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Cente
257. way from an AC outlet You can recharge it many times Battery Notice Battery life may vary depending on applications power management settings and features utilized Recharge time varies depending on usage The battery may not charge while the computer is consuming full power After a period of time the battery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced This is normal for all batteries To purchase a new battery pack see your accessories information that shipped with your computer or to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer and for other product information regularly check the Toshiba Web site at accessories toshiba com To ensure that the battery maintains its maximum capacity operate the computer on battery power at least once a month until the battery is fully discharged Please see Maximizing battery life on page 134 for procedures If the computer is continuously operated on AC power either through an AC adapter or a docking station if applicable to your system for an extended period more than a month the battery may fail to retain a charge This may shorten the life of the battery and the battery light may not indicate a low battery condition 1 2 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power NOTE For optimum DVD performance Toshiba recommends that you play DVDs while running on AC power rather than on battery
258. wide This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord cable connectors for various parts of the world USA and Canada United Kingdom UL approved it CSA approved BS approved Australia Europe VDA approved ee aida NEMKO approved 290 Appendix C Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree is a set of utilities that makes it easy to control communication devices and network connections ConfigFree also lets you identify communication problems and create profiles for easy switching between locations and communication networks The ConfigFree utilities include the following Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor utility is used to analyze network connections and fix networking problems with your notebook computer For more information see Connectivity Doctor on page 293 Search for Wireless Devices The Search for Wireless Devices utility searches for wireless LAN and Bluetooth devices used in the neighborhood and displays information about them on a virtual map For more information see Search for Wireless Devices on page 296 Profile Settings The Profiles utility lets you switch between network configurations For more information see Profile Settings on page 298 291 29 Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer Getting Started Getting Started This section contains information about the ConfigFree main screen and how to start and setup C
259. ws dialog box NOTE If you hold down the Shift key Stand By becomes Hibernate in the Turn off computer dialog box To enter hibernation mode you must hold down the Shift key while you select Hibernate The computer saves the status of all open programs and files turns off the display and enters into a low power mode The on off light blinks amber indicating the machine is in Standby mode Going into Standby mode more quickly You can also configure the computer to enter into Standby mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel You can also specify an amount of time after which the computer automatically enters into Standby mode 116 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer To use any of these methods you first need to enable them in Toshiba s Power Saver utility 1 Open the Start menu click Control Panel then Performance and Maintenance 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon 3 Click the Setup Action tab 4 Select Stand by for the options you want When I press the power button Set this option to Standby to put the computer into Standby mode when you press the power button When I close the lid Set this option to Standby to put the computer into Standby mode when you close the display panel 5 Click Apply 6 Click OK NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility see Power Saver on page 243 Starting again from Standby mode To restart the compu
260. y 270 screen does not look right flickers 268 system resources 261 trouble prevention 277 URL address not found 259 using Startup options 258 warning resume failure 257 Windows won t start 256 Windows XP Media Center Edition not working 257 program starting 91 programs not running correctly 270 projector connecting 78 protection of stored data 2 Q QosmioPlayer CD Player Media Control Buttons 161 duplicated DVD discs 164 DVD operation 163 installing the recovery CD 173 remote control 167 removing 172 R recording wav files 151 quality 153 sounds 151 recording sounds 151 Recovery media 40 Recycle Bin icon 139 Remote control QosmioPlayer 167 removing CDs and DVDs 108 397 main battery 130 RGB monitor port connecting an external monitor or projector 78 RJ 11 jack 143 Run dialog box 93 running the computer on battery power 119 S safety computer 136 disposing of batteries 135 icons 39 precautions 46 saving your work 94 screen blank 267 does not look normal flickers 268 scroll button 60 SD Card inserting 158 removing 159 seating 44 secondary button 60 security 242 selecting a place to work 42 setting up computer 63 setting up a connection 144 setting up your computer 49 shutting down more quickly 111 sound problem solving 272 sound recording 153 sounds recording 151 speakers using external 153 Stand By mode hot key 285 Standby low battery 126 Standby mode going in
261. y and remove the disc Make sure the drive tray is clean Any dirt or foreign object can interfere with the laser beam 212 lf Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Examine the disc to see whether it is dirty If necessary wipe it with a clean damp cloth dipped in water or a neutral cleaner Replace the disc in the tray Make sure it is lying flat label side uppermost Press the disc down until it locks on the spindle Close the drive tray carefully making sure it has shut completely You press the disc eject button but the drive tray does not slide out Make sure the computer is connected to a power source and turned on The DVD ROM or multi function drive eject mechanism requires power to operate To remove a disc without turning on the computer use a narrow object such as a straightened paper clip to press the manual eject button This button is in the small hole next to the disc eject button on the right side of the computer Some discs run correctly but others do not If the problem is with an application media refer to the software s documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets the program s needs Sound system problems You do not hear any sound from the computer Adjust the volume control If you are using external headphones or speakers check that they are securely connected to your computer The computer emits a loud high pitched noise This is feedback between
262. y of a file usually on a removable disk kept in case the original file is lost or damaged basic input output system BIOS See BIOS baud rate The speed at which a communication device such as a printer or modem transmits information Baud rate is the number of signal changes per second not necessarily the same as bits per second See also bits per second BIOS basic input output system Basic instructions stored in read only memory ROM containing the information the computer needs to check hardware and load the operating system when you start up the computer bit Short for binary digit A bit is the smallest unit of information used by a computer A group of eight bits is a byte See also byte bits per second bps A way of measuring the speed at which information is passed between two devices The basic measure used in modem communications bps is similar but not identical to the baud rate See also baud rate boot To start the computer The term boot originates from bootstrap program as in pulling itself up by its bootstraps a program that loads and initializes the operating system See also reboot boot disk See system disk boot priority startup sequence The order in which the computer accesses its disk drives to locate the startup files Under the default startup sequence the computer looks for the startup files in the diskette drive before checking the hard disk bus A

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