LG Electronics Portable DVD Player M70 User Manual

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TruSurround XT, WOW XT, SRS and  
Labs, Inc.  
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TruSurround XT, WOW XT, TruBass, SRS 3D and FOCUS technologies  
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Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used  
in this manual.  
Macrovision License of Notice  
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected  
by methods and claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual rights  
owned by Macrovision Corporation, and other rights owners. Use of this  
copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision  
Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only  
unless authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering of  
disassembly is prohibited.  
Safety Instructions  
Use the following safety guidelines to help protect yourself and your  
computer.  
When Using Your Computer  
Do not operate your portable computer for an extended period of time with  
the base resting directly on your body. With extended operation, heat can  
potentially build up in the base. Allowing sustained contact with the skin  
could cause discomfort or, eventually, a burn.  
Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Always follow  
installation instructions closely.  
Do not carry a battery in your pocket, purse, or other container where  
metal objects (such as car keys) could short-circuit the battery  
terminals. The resulting excessive current follow can cause extremely  
high temperatures and may result in damage from burns.  
Be sure that nothing rests on your AC adapter’s power cable and that  
the cable is not located where it can be tripped over or stepped on.  
Place the AC adapter in a ventilated area, such as a desk top or on the  
floor, when you use it to run the computer or to charge the battery. Do  
not cover the AC adapter with papers or other items that will reduce  
cooling; also, do not use the AC adapter while it is inside a carrying  
case.  
Use only the AC adapter and batteries that are approved for use with  
this computer. Use of another type of battery or AC adapter may risk fire  
or explosion.  
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Before you connect the computer to a power source, ensure that the  
voltage rating of the AC adapter matches that of the available power  
source.  
115 V/60Hz in most of North and South America and some Far Eastern  
countries such as Taiwan.  
100 V/50Hz in eastern Japan and 100 V/60Hz in western Japan.  
230 V/50 Hz in most of Europe, the Middle East, and the Far East.  
If you use an extension cable with your AC adapter, ensure that the total  
ampere rating of the products that are plugged into it do not exceed the  
ampere rating of the extension cable itself.  
To help avoid the potential hazard of electric shock, do not connect or  
disconnect any cables or perform maintenance or reconfiguration of this  
product during an electrical storm.  
When setting up the computer for work, place it on a level surface.  
Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with  
local authorities for disposal instructions.  
When traveling, do not check the computer as baggage. You can put  
your computer through an X-ray security machine, but never put your  
computer through a metal detector. If you have the computer checked  
by hand, be sure to have a charged battery available in case you are  
asked to turn on the computer.  
When traveling with the hard drive removed from the computer, wrap  
the drive in a non-conducting material, such as cloth or paper. If you  
have the drive checked by hand, be ready to install the drive in the  
computer. Your can put the hard drive through an X-ray security  
machine, but never put it through a metal detector.  
When traveling, do not place the computer in overhead storage  
compartments where it could slide around. Do not drop your computer  
or subject it to other mechanical shocks.  
Protect your computer, battery, and hard drive from environmental  
hazards such as dirt, dust, food, liquids, temperature extremes, and  
overexposure to sunlight.  
When you move your computer between environments with very  
different temperature and/or humidity ranges, condensation may form  
on or within the computer. To avoid damaging the computer, allow  
sufficient time for the moisture to evaporate before using the computer.  
When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its strain relief  
loop, not on the cable itself. As you pull out the connector, keep it  
evenly aligned to avoid bending any connector pins. Also, before you  
connect a cable make sure both connectors are correctly oriented and  
aligned.  
Before you clean your computer, turn if off, unplug it from its power  
source, and remove the battery.  
Handle components with care. Hold a component such as a memory  
module by its edges, not its pins.  
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When using telephone equipment in conjunction with your computer, basic  
safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire,  
electric shock and injury to persons, including the following:  
Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bathtub,  
washing bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a  
swimming pool.  
Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical  
storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.  
Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.  
Use only the power cord indicated in this manual.  
Replace only with the same or equivalent type battery recommended by  
the manufacturer.  
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.  
To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger  
telecommunication line cord.  
Use only the battery pack that came with the computer or an optional  
battery pack. Use of the wrong battery could damage your computer.  
TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case.  
EU Declaration of Conformity  
This product is labelled with the CE Mark in accordance with the related  
European Directives, notably Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive  
89/336/EEC for the notebook and the electronic accessories including the  
supplied power adapter, the Radio Equipment and Telecommunications  
Terminal Equipment Directive 99/5/EC in case of implemented  
telecommunication accessories and the Low Voltage Directive  
73/23/EEC for the supplied power adapter.  
CE Marking is the responsibility of TOSHIBA EUROPE GmbH,  
Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany, phone +49-(0)-2131-158-01.  
For a copy of the related CE Declaration of Conformity please refer to the  
following website: http://epps.toshiba-teg.com  
This product and the supplied accessories are designed to observe the  
related EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and safety standards.  
However, TOSHIBA cannot guarantee that this product still observes these  
EMC standards if accessories or cables not manufactured / distributed by  
TOSHIBA are connected or implemented. To avoid EMC problems in  
general, the following advice should be observed:  
Only CE marked accessories should be connected / implemented.  
Only best shielded cables should be connected.  
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Following information is only for EU-member states:  
The symbol indicates that this product may not be treated as household  
waste. Please ensure this product is properly disposed as inappropriate  
waste handling of this product may cause potential hazards to the  
environment and human health. For more detailed information about  
recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household  
waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.  
This symbol may not stick depending on the country and region where you  
purchased.  
Optical Disc Drive Safety Instruction  
Be sure to check the international precautions at the end of this  
section.  
The optical drive that is used in this computer is equipped with a laser  
device. A classification label with the following sentence is affixed to the  
surface of the drive.  
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT  
LASER KLASSE 1  
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE  
APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1  
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT  
The drive with the above label is certified by the manufacturer that the drive  
complies with the requirement for laser product on the date of  
manufacturing pursuant to article 21 of Code of Federal Regulations by the  
United States of America, Department of Health & Human Services, Food  
and Drug Administration.  
In other countries, the drive is certified to comply with the requirement  
pursant to IEC 825 and EN60825 on class 1 laser product.  
This computer is equipped with one of the optical drive in the following list  
according to the model  
Manufacturer  
Panasonic Communications Co., LTD.  
TOSHIBA Samsung Storage Technology  
Hitachi LG Data Storage, Inc.  
Panasonic Communications Co., LTD.  
TEAC  
Type  
CD-RW/DVD-ROM UJDA770  
CD-RW/DVD-ROM TS-L462C  
CD-RW/DVD-ROM GCC-4244N  
DVD Super Multi UJ-841B  
DVD Super Multi DV-W28EA  
DVD Super Multi GSA-4082N  
DVD Super Multi DVR-K16  
Hitachi LG Data Storage, Inc.  
Pioneer  
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International precautions  
This drive employs 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 hazardous 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 on the drive and manufacturing  
information may vary.  
CAUTION: This appliance contains a laser  
system and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER  
PRODUCT.To use this model properly, read the  
instruction manual carefully and keep this manual  
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.  
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VORSICHT: Dieses Gerät enthält ein Laser-  
System und ist als “LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1  
PRODUKT” klassifiziert. Für den richtigen  
Gebrauch dieses Modells lesen Sie bitte die  
Bedienungsanleitung sorgfältig durch und  
bewahren diese bitte als Referenz auf. Falls  
Probleme mit diesem Modell auftreten,  
benachrichtigen Sie bitte die nächste “autorisierte  
Service-Vertretung”. Um einen direkten Kontakt  
mit dem Laserstrahl zu vermeiden darf das Gerät  
nicht geöffnet werden.  
ADVARSEL: Denne mærking er anbragt  
udvendigt på apparatet og indikerer, at apparatet  
arbejder med laserstråler af klasse 1, hviket  
betyder, at der anvendes laserstrlier af svageste  
klasse, og at man ikke på apparatets yderside  
kan bilve udsat for utilladellg kraftig stråling.  
APPARATET BOR KUN ÅBNES AF FAGFOLK  
MED SÆRLIGT KENDSKAB TIL APPARATER  
MED LASERSTRÅLER!  
Indvendigt i apparatet er anbragt den her  
gengivne advarselsmækning, som advarer imod  
at foretage sådanne indgreb i apparatet, at man  
kan komme til at udsætte sig for laserstråling.  
OBS! Apparaten innehåller laserkomponent som  
avger laserstråining överstigande gränsen för  
laserklass 1.  
VAROITUS. Suojakoteloa ei saa avata. Laite  
sisältää laserdiodin, joka lähetää näkymätöntä  
silmille vaarallista lasersäteilyä.  
CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR  
ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF  
PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE  
SPECIFIED IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL MAY  
RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION  
EXPOSURE.  
VORSICHT: DIE VERWENDUNG VON  
ANDEREN STEUERUNGEN ODER  
EINSTELLUNGEN ODER DAS DURCHFÜHREN  
VON ANDEREN VORGÄNGEN ALS IN DER  
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG BESCHRIEBEN  
KÖNNEN GEFÄHRLICHE  
STRAHLENEXPOSITIONEN ZUR FOLGE  
HABEN.  
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Modem warning notice  
Conformity Statement  
The equipment has been approved to [Commission Decision “CTR21”] for  
pan- European single terminal connection to the Public Switched  
Telephone Network (PSTN).  
However, due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in  
different countries/regions the approval does not, of itself, give an  
unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network  
termination point.  
In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the  
first instance.  
Network Compatibility Statement  
This product is designed to work with, and is compatible with the following  
networks. It has been tested to and found to confirm with the additional  
requirements conditional in EG 201 121.  
Germany  
ATAAB AN005,AN006,AN007,AN009,AN010  
and DE03,04,05,08,09,12,14,17  
Greece  
ATAAB AN005,AN006 and GR01,02,03,04  
Portugal  
ATAAB AN001,005,006,007,011 and  
P03,04,08,10  
Spain  
ATAAB AN005,007,012, and ES01  
ATAAB AN002  
Switzerland  
Norway  
ATAAB AN002, 005, 007 and  
NO 01, 02  
All other countries/  
regions  
ATAAB AN003,004  
Specific switch settings or software setup are required for each network,  
please refer to the relevant sections of the user guide for more details.  
The hookflash (timed break register recall) function is subject to separate  
national type approvals. It has not been tested for conformity to national  
type regulations, and no guarantee of successful operation of that specific  
function on specific national networks can be given.  
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Important Notice  
Copyrighted works including, but not limited to music, video, computer  
program, databases are protected by copyright laws. Unless specifically  
permitted under applicable copyright laws, you cannot copy, modify, assign,  
transmit or otherwise dispose of any copyrighted work with the consent of  
the owner of the copyright.  
Please take notice that unauthorized copying, modification, assignment,  
transmission and disposition may be subject to claims for damages and  
penalties.  
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General Precautions  
TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety, minimize strain and  
withstand the rigors of portability. However, certain precautions should be  
observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the  
computer.  
Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions  
included in the text of the manual.  
Stress injury  
Carefully read the Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort. It contains  
information on prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists that  
can be caused by extensive keyboard use. Chapter 3, Getting Started, also  
includes information on work space design, posture and lighting that can  
help reduce physical stress.  
Heat injury  
Avoid prolonged physical contact with the bottom of the computer. If the  
computer is used for long periods, its surface can become very warm.  
While the temperature will not feel hot to the touch, if you maintain  
physical contact with the computer for a long time (if you rest the  
computer on your lap, for example) your skin might suffer low-heat  
injury.  
If the computer has been used for a long time, avoid direct contact with  
the metal plate supporting the I/O ports. It can become hot.  
The surface of the AC adapter can become hot when in use. This  
condition does not indicate a malfunction. If you need to transport the  
AC adapter, disconnect it and let it cool before moving it.  
Do not lay the AC adapter on a material that is sensitive to heat. The  
material could be damaged.  
Pressure or impact damage  
Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to strong impact.  
Excessive pressure or impact can damage computer components or  
otherwise cause malfunctions.  
PC Card overheating  
Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use. Overheating of a PC  
Card can result in errors or instability in the PC Card operation. Also be  
careful when you remove a PC Card that has been used for a long time.  
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Mobile phone  
Use of mobile phones can interfere with the audio system. Computer  
operation is not impaired but it is recommended that a distance of 30 cm be  
maintained between the computer and a mobile phone in use.  
LCD  
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. The screen will dim when the computer  
is operated on battery power and you may not be able to increase the  
brightness of the screen.  
Central Processing Unit (“CPU”) Performance Disclaimer:  
CPU performance in your computer product may vary from specifications  
under the following conditions:  
use of certain external peripheral products  
use of battery power instead of AC power  
use of certain multimedia, computer generated graphics or video  
applications  
use of standard telephone lines or low speed network connections  
use of complex modeling software, such as high end computer aided  
design applications  
use of several applications or functionalities simultaneously  
use of computer in areas with low air pressure (high altitude >  
1,000 meters or > 3,280 feet above sea level)  
use of computer at temperatures outside the range of 5 ºC to 30 ºC  
(41ºF to 86 ºF) or > 25 ºC (77 ºF) at high altitude (all temperature  
references are approximate and may vary depending on the specific  
computer model).  
CPU performance may also vary from specifications due to design  
configuration.  
Under some conditions, your computer product may automatically  
shut-down.  
This is a normal protective feature designed to reduce the risk of lost data  
or damage to the product when used outside recommended conditions.  
To avoid risk of lost data, always make back-up copies of data by  
periodically storing it on an external storage medium. For optimum  
performance, use your computer product only under recommended  
conditions. Read additional restrictions under “Environmental Conditions”  
in your product Resource Guide. Contact Toshiba Technical Service and  
Support for more information.  
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Graphics Processing Unit (“GPU”) Performance Disclaimer:  
The graphics processing unit (“GPU”) performance may vary depending on  
product model, design configuration, applications, power management  
settings and features utilized.  
GPU performance is only optimized when operating in AC power mode and  
may decrease considerably when operating in battery power mode.  
Main Memory Disclaimer  
The graphics system in your computer may use part of the main system  
memory for graphics performance and therefore reduce the amount of  
system memory available for other computing activities. The amount of  
system memory allocated to support graphics may vary depending on the  
graphics system, applications utilized, system memory size and other  
factors.  
Copy Protection  
Copy protection technology included in certain media may prevent or limit  
recording or viewing of the media.  
Hard Disk Drive Capacity  
1 Gigabyte (GB) means 1000 x 1000 x 1000 = 1,000,000,000 bytes  
using powers of 10. The computer operating system, however,  
reports storage capacity using powers of 2 for the definition of  
1 GB = 1024 x 1024 x 1024 = 1,073,741,824 bytes, and therefore may  
show less storage capacity. Available storage capacity will also be less if  
the product includes one or more pre-installed operating systems, such as  
Microsoft Windows®, and/or any pre-installed software applications or  
media content. Actual formatted capacity may vary.  
Non-applicable Icons  
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.  
Wireless LAN/Atheros  
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.  
The actual transmission speed will be lower than the theoretical maximum  
speed.  
SRS  
SRS TruSurround XT is available in the Microsoft Windows® operating  
system only.  
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Images  
All images are simulated for purposes of illustration.  
Express Media Player  
The Express Media Player is not a Windows® based application. Battery life  
will be less than when using similar applications in the Windows operating  
system.  
LCD Brightness and Eye Strain  
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.  
Working environment  
This product was designed to fulfill the EMC (Electromagnetic  
Compatibility) requirements for “residential, commercial and light industry  
environments”.  
The following environment is not approved:  
Industrial Environments (e.g. environments where a with a mains  
voltage of 380V threephase is being used).  
In the following environments the use of this product can be restricted:  
Medical Environments: This product is not certified as a medical  
product according to the Medical Product Directive 93/42/EEC, but can  
be used in office areas where the use is not restricted. Please disable  
the wireless LAN or Bluetooth hardware in such areas as long this  
feature is not official supported by the operator of the related medical  
facility.  
Vehicle Environments: Please read operator’s manual of the vehicle  
manufacturer for further restrictions of use.  
Aircraft Environments: Please following the advices of the flight  
personnel regarding restrictions of use.  
Any consequences resulting from the use of this product in working  
environments that are not approved or the use is restricted are not the  
responsibility of Toshiba Corporation. The consequences of the use of this  
product in those working environments may be:  
Interference with other devices or machines in the nearby surrounding  
area  
Malfunction of, or data loss from, this product caused by disturbances  
generated by other devices or machines in the nearby surrounding area  
Furthermore, for general safety reasons, the use of this product in  
environments with explosive atmospheres is not permitted.  
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Network connection (Class A warning)  
If this product has networking capabilities and will be connected to a  
network, Class A radiation limits will be observed (in accordance with  
technical conventions). This means that if the product will be used in a  
domestic environment, other devices in the near surrounding area may  
suffer interference. Consequently, please do not use this product in such  
environments (for example a living room), otherwise you could be held  
responsible for any ensuing interference.  
Information on the secure writing to optical disc media  
Even if your software gives no indication that any problems have occurred,  
you should always check to ensure that information has been successfully  
stored on recordable optical media (CD-R, CD-RW and so forth).  
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 less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by  
other wireless devices such as 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 organisation. These situations may for example include:  
Using the Wireless LAN equipment on board of aeroplanes  
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 organisation or environment (e.g. airports), you are  
encouraged to ask for authorisation to use the Wireless LAN device prior to  
turning on the equipment.  
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Safety Instruction for Wireless Products  
If your computer has a wireless function, all safety instructions must be  
read carefully and must be fully understood, before you attempt to use it.  
This manual contains the safety instructions that must be observed in order  
to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries or could  
damage your wireless products.  
Limitation of Liability  
For damage occurring due to an earthquake or thunder, fire beyond our  
responsibility, action by third party, other accident, intentional or accidental  
mistakes by a user, misuse or use under abnormal conditions, we do not  
take any responsibility.  
For incidental damage (loss of business profit, business interruption, etc.)  
occurring due to use or disability of the product, we do not take any  
responsibility.  
For damage occurring due to non observance of the contents described in  
the instruction manual, we do not take any responsibility.  
For damage occurring due to erroneous operation or hang up caused by  
use in combination with products not related to our company, we do not  
take any responsibility.  
Usage Restrictions  
Do not use the Wireless Products for controlling the following equipment:  
Equipment directly linked with human life corresponding to the  
following.  
Medical equipment such as life support systems, equipment used in  
operations, etc.  
Exhaust systems for gases such as poisonous gas etc. and exhaust  
systems for smoke.  
Equipment that must be set up in compliance with various laws such  
as the Fire Services Act, the Construction Standard Act, etc.  
Equipment corresponding to that mentioned above.  
Equipment linked with human safety or having a serious influence on  
the safe maintenance of public function, etc., because it is not designed  
or manufactured for this type of use.  
Traffic control equipment for air, railroad, road, marine transport, etc.  
Equipment used in atomic power plants etc.  
Equipment corresponding to that mentioned above.  
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Warning  
Turn OFF the Wireless Communication switch of wireless products in a  
congested place, such as a crowded commuter train.  
Keep this product away from a cardiac pacemaker at least 22cm.  
Radio waves can potentially affect cardiac pacemaker operation, thereby  
causing respiratory troubles.  
Turn OFF the Wireless communication switch inside a medical facility or  
near medical electric equipment. Do not bring medical electric equipment  
close to the product.  
Radio waves can potentially affect medical electric equipment, thereby  
causing an accident due to malfunction.  
Turn OFF the Wireless communication switch near an automatic door, fire  
alarm or other automatic control equipment.  
Radio waves can potentially affect automatic control equipment, thereby  
causing an accident due to malfunction.  
Do not turn ON the Wireless communication switch in aircraft or in places  
that generate or can generate radio interference.  
Radio waves can potentially affect equipment, such as that used on-board  
aircraft, causing an accident due to malfunction.  
You should monitor possible radio interference or other issues that may  
arise with other equipment while the product is used. If any effect is noted,  
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Preface  
Congratulations on your purchase of the M70 computer. This powerful  
notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability, including  
multimedia devices, and it is designed to provide years of reliable,  
high-performance computing.  
This manual tells how to set up and begin using your M70 computer.  
It also provides detailed information on configuring your computer, basic  
operations and care, using optional devices and troubleshooting.  
If you are a new user of computers or if you’re new to portable computing,  
first read over the Introduction and The Grand Tour chapters to familiarize  
yourself with the computer’s features, components and accessory devices.  
Then read Getting Started for step-by-step instructions on setting up your  
computer.  
If you are an experienced computer user, please continue reading the  
preface to learn how this manual is organized, then become acquainted  
with this manual by browsing through its pages. Be sure to look over the  
Special features section of the Introduction, to learn about features that are  
unique to the computer.  
Manual contents  
This manual has nine chapters, four appendixes, a glossary and an index.  
Chapter 1, Introduction, is an overview of the computer’s special features,  
utilities, and options.  
Chapter 2, The Grand Tour, identifies the components of the computer and  
briefly explains how they function.  
Chapter 3, Getting Started, provides a quick overview of how to begin  
operating your computer and gives tips on safety and designing your work  
area. Be sure to read the sections on setting up the operating system and  
on restoring the preinstalled software.  
Chapter 4, Operating Basics, includes instructions on using the following  
devices: TouchPad, the optical disc drives, the internal modem, LAN and  
wireless LAN. It also provides tips on care of the computer, disks and  
DVD/CD-ROMs.  
Chapter 5, The Keyboard, describes special keyboard functions including  
the keypad overlay and hotkeys.  
Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes, gives details on the computer’s  
power resources.  
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Chapter 7, HW Setup, introduces you to the TOSHIBA Hardware Setup  
program.  
Chapter 8, Optional Devices, describes the optional hardware available.  
Chapter 9, Troubleshooting, provides helpful information on how to perform  
some diagnostic tests, and suggests courses of action if the computer  
doesn’t seem to be working properly.  
The Appendices provide technical information about your computer.  
The Glossary defines general computer terminology and includes a list of  
acronyms used in the text.  
Conventions  
This manual uses the following formats to describe, identify, and highlight  
terms and operating procedures.  
Abbreviations  
On first appearance, and whenever necessary for clarity, abbreviations are  
enclosed in parentheses following their definition. For example: Read Only  
Memory (ROM). Acronyms are also defined in the Glossary.  
Icons  
Icons identify ports, dials, and other parts of your computer. The indicator  
panel also uses icons to identify the components it is providing information  
on.  
Keys  
The keyboard keys are used in the text to describe many computer  
operations. A distinctive typeface identifies the key top symbols as they  
appear on the keyboard. For example, Enter identifies the Enter key.  
Key operation  
Some operations require you to simultaneously use two or more keys. We  
identify such operations by the key top symbols separated by a plus sign  
(+). For example, Ctrl + C means you must hold down Ctrl and at the same  
time press C. If three keys are used, hold down the first two and at the  
same time press the third.  
DISKCOPY A: B:  
When procedures require an action such as  
clicking an icon or entering text, the icon’s name  
or the text you are to type in is represented in the  
type face you see to the left.  
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Display  
Messages  
Messages are used in this manual to bring important information to your  
attention. Each type of message is identified as shown below.  
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Introduction  
This chapter provides an equipment checklist, and it identifies the  
computer’s features, options and accessories.  
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Software  
Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition/Professional  
The following software which is preinstalled on your hard disk:  
Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition/Professional  
TOSHIBA Utilities  
DVD Video Player  
TOSHIBA Power Saver  
TOSHIBA ConfigFree  
TOSHIBA Assist  
TOSHIBA Controls  
TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool  
TOSHIBA Touch and Launch  
TOSHIBA TouchPad On/Off Utility  
TOSHIBA Zooming Utility  
TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format  
TOSHIBA Acoustic Silencer  
TOSHIBA HW Setup  
TOSHIBA Accessibility  
TOSHIBA Virtual Sound  
TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility  
TOSHIBA Supervisor Password Utiii  
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Features  
The M70 computer uses TOSHIBA’s advanced Large Scale Integration  
(LSI), Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) technology  
extensively to provide compact size, minimum weight, low power usage,  
and high reliability. This computer incorporates the following features and  
benefits:  
Processor  
Depending on the model you purchased:  
Intel® Celeron® M Processor 350J/360J/370/380  
Intel® Pentium® M Processor 725A/730/740/750/  
760/770/780  
Other processors may introduced in the future  
Chip Set  
ATI Radeon® Xpress 200M +ATI IXP450  
Mobile Intel® 915PM Express Chipset for  
external graphics controller  
Mobile Intel® 915GM Express Chipset for  
integrated graphics controller  
(Chipset depends on the model you purchased)  
ATI Mobility® Radeon® X600SE  
ATI Mobility® Radeon® X700  
(GPU depends on the models you purchased.)  
ENE KB910 for Keyboard Controller, Battery  
management Unit, and RTC.  
ENE CB1410 for PCMCIA controller  
TI PCI7411 Multiple Digital Media Card Slot,  
IEEE 1394 and PCMCIA Controller  
TI PCI4510, IEEE1394 and PCMCIA Controller  
Realtek ALC250 for AC97 CODEC.  
Realtek RTL8100CL for 10M/100M LAN  
Memory  
The graphics system in your computer may use part of the main system  
memory for graphics performance and therefore reduce the amount of  
system memory available for other computing activities. The amount of  
system memory allocated to support graphics may vary depending on the  
graphics system, applications utilized, system memory size and other  
factors.  
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Slot  
Two DDRII SO-DIMM up to 2GB can be  
upgraded through memory expansion slot.  
Maximum upgradeable system memory may  
depend on the model you purchased.  
L2 Cache  
Depending on the model you purchased:  
1MB L2 Cache (Intel® Celeron® M Processor)  
2MB L2 Cache (Intel® Pentium® M Processor)  
Video RAM  
Depending on the model you purchased:  
Up to 256 MB integrated solution and shared with  
main memory for ATI Radeon® 200M (Maximum  
Video RAM size depends on main memory size.)  
Up to 128MB integrated solution and shared with  
main memory for Mobile Intel® 915GM Express  
Chipset  
128MB or 256MB HyperMemory™ (64MB or  
128MB for local cache) for ATI Mobility®  
Radeon® X600SE with HyperMemory™  
128MB or 256MB HyperMemory™ (128MB or  
256MB for local cache) for ATI Mobility®  
Radeon® X700 with HyperMemory™  
HyperMemory™ VRAM size will vary depending  
on system memory size.  
The ATI Mobility® Radeon® X600SE and X700  
GPU utilizes the additional bandwidth of PCI  
Express to reach higher levels of graphics  
performance than traditional graphics memory  
solutions. ATI Mobility® Radeon® X600SE and  
X700 GPU shares the capacity and bandwidth of  
dedicated graphics memory and dynamically  
available system memory for turbocharged  
performance and larger total graphics memory.  
The VRAM capacity indicated in the ATI display  
is the sum of the discreet graphics memory and  
the maximum possible graphics memory  
allocated dynamically by the system memory.  
The system memory capacity indicated in the  
Microsoft® Windows® PROPERTIES display is  
the maximum possible system memory capacity  
without adjustment for any system memory which  
may be dynamically allocated to the graphics  
system depending on demand.  
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BIOS  
1MB Flash ROM for system BIOS  
Suspend to memory or hard disk drive  
Hardware password protection  
Various Hotkey functions for system control  
Complete ACPI 1.0b functionality  
Power  
Battery Pack  
4-cell Lithium Ion smart battery pack with  
14.4V*2000mAh  
6-cell Lithium Ion smart battery pack with  
10.8V*4000mAh  
8-cell Lithium Ion smart battery pack with  
14.4V*4300mAh  
Approximately 12 hours or longer charging time  
to 100% battery capacity with system switched  
on.  
Approximately 4 hours charge time to 100%  
battery capacity with system switched off.  
Approximately 1.5 days discharging time in  
Standby Mode for the 8-cell battery, 1 day for the  
6-cell battery and 0.75 days for 4-cell battery.  
Discharge time in shutdown mode is  
approximately 1 month  
RTC Battery  
AC adapter  
The computer has an internal battery to back up  
its Real Time Clock (RTC), calender and setup  
information. This battery will last for an average  
of one month with no external power source.  
The universal AC adapter provides power to the  
system and recharges the batteries when they  
are low. It comes with a detachable power cord.  
Floppy Disk Drive devices  
External USB Floppy Disk Drive (depends on the  
model purchased)  
TouchPad  
A TouchPad and control buttons in the palm rest  
enable control of the on-screen pointer.  
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Display  
15.4” TFT screen with a resolution of  
1280 horizontal x 800 vertical pixels WXGA  
Disks  
Fixed hard disk  
Depending on the model purchased,  
one of the following drives will be installed:  
40.0 billion bytes (37.26GB)  
60.0 billion bytes (55.88GB)  
80.0 billion bytes (74.52GB)  
100.0 billion bytes (93.16GB)  
120.0 billion bytes (111.78GB)  
9.5mm 2.5" hard disk drive  
Either Parallel ATA Ultra DMA 100 or  
Serial ATA 1.0  
CD-RW/DVD-ROM  
drive  
Some models are equipped with a full-size  
CD-RW/DVD-ROM module that lets you record  
data to rewritable CD/CD-RWs as well as run  
either 12cm (4.72") or 8cm (3.15") CD/DVDs  
without using an adapter. It reads DVD-ROMs at  
maximum 8 speed and CD-ROMs at maximum  
24 speed. It writes CD-Rs at up to 24 speed,  
CD-RWs at up to 24 speed. This drive supports  
the following formats:  
DVD-ROM  
CD-R  
DVD-Video  
CD-RW  
CD-DA  
CD-Text  
Photo CD (single/multi-session)  
CD-ROM Mode1, Mode2  
CD-ROMXA Mode2 (Form1, Form2)  
Enhanced CD(CD-EXTRA)  
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DVD Super Multi  
Some models are equipped with a full-size DVD  
drive supporting ±R Super Multi drive supporting ±R Double Layer  
Double Layer  
module with dual layer support that lets you  
record data to rewritable CD/DVDs as well as run  
either 12cm (4.72") or 8cm (3.15") CD/DVDs  
without using an adapter. It reads DVD-ROMs at  
maximum 8 speed and CD-ROMs at maximum  
24 speed. It writes CD-Rs at up to 24 speed,  
CD-RWs at up to 10 speed, DVD-Rs at maximum  
8 speed, DVD-RWs at maximum 4 speed,  
DVD+RWs at maximum 4 speed, DVD+Rs at  
maximum 8 speed, DVD+R (double layer) at  
maximum 2.4 speed, DVD-R(double layer) at  
maximum 2 speed and DVD-RAM at maximum  
5 speed. This drive supports the same formats as  
the CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive plus the following:  
DVD-ROM  
DVD-R  
DVD+R  
DVD-RAM  
CD-R  
DVD-Video  
DVD-RW  
DVD+RW  
DVD+R (double layer)  
CD-RW  
CD-DA  
CD-Text  
DVD-R (double layer)  
Photo CD (single/multi-session)  
CD-ROM Mode1, Mode2  
CD-ROMXA Mode2 (Form1, Form2)  
Enhanced CD (CD-EXTRA)  
Computers in this series can be configured with multiple types of optical  
disc drive. For more information on the optical disc drives available, talk to  
your dealer. More information on using the optical disc drive can be found  
in Chapter 4, Operating Basics.  
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Slots (depending on configuration)  
PC Card  
Accommodates one type II device.  
Multiple Digital  
Media Card (SD/  
This slot lets you easily transfer data from  
devices, such as digital cameras and Personal  
MMC/MS/MS Pro/xD) Digital Assistants, that use flash-memory.  
You can use a memory module in this slot.  
Express Card  
The ExpressCard expansion slot that can  
accommodate two standard module formats;  
an ExpressCard/34 module and an  
ExpressCard/54 module. An ExpressCard  
module is a small add-in card technology based  
on the PCI Express and Universal Serial Bus  
(USB) interfaces.  
Ports (depending on configuration)  
External monitor  
15-pin analog VGA port supports VESA DDC2B  
compatible functions.  
Universal Serial Bus The computer has three Universal Serial Bus  
(USB) ports that comply with the USB 2.0  
standard, which enables data transfer speeds  
more than 40 times faster than USB 1.1 (which  
this computer also supports).  
i.LINK (IEEE1394)  
TV Out  
This port enables high-speed data transfer  
directly from external devices such as digital  
video cameras.  
The 4-pin S-Video port is compatible with PAL or  
NTSC TV standard, supporting Macrovision  
7.02 copy protection.  
Multimedia  
The integrated Windows® compatible sound  
system provides support for internal speakers as  
well as jacks for an external microphone and  
headphones.  
Sound system  
Express Media  
Player  
Some computers in this series are equipped with  
the Express Media Player.  
Lets you use the computer’s fixed optical disc  
drive as a stand-alone audio CD player or video  
DVD player.  
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Headphone jack  
Microphone jack  
A standard 3.5mm stereo jack is provided for the  
connection of external headphones or speakers.  
A standard 3.5 mm mini microphone jack enables  
connection of monaural microphone input.  
Communications  
Modem  
An internal modem provides capability for data  
and fax communication. It supports the V.90 or  
V.92 standards depending on the region and  
provides a modem jack for connection to a  
telephone line. The speed of data and fax  
transfer depends on the analog telephone line  
conditions.  
LAN  
The computer has built-in support for Ethernet  
LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T) and  
Fast Ethernet LAN (100 Mbps 100BASE-TX)  
Wireless LAN  
Some computers in this series are equipped with  
a wireless LAN mini-PCI card that is compatible  
with other LAN systems that support the  
following: 802.11a+g wireless LAN module/  
802.11g wireless LAN module. It has a  
Frequency Channel Selection (2.4 or 5 GHz) and  
allows roaming over multiple channels.  
Bluetooth (depends  
on the model you  
purchased)  
Bluetooth is a short-range wireless technology  
used to create PANs (Personal Area Networks)  
among your devices, and with other nearby  
devices like mobile computers, mobile phones,  
and digital cameras.  
Security  
Power-on password protection  
Two level password architecture  
Security Lock Slot  
Receives an optional security lock in order to  
anchor the computer to a desk or other large,  
heavy object.  
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Special features  
The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are  
advanced features, which make the computer more convenient to use.  
Hotkeys  
Key combinations that let you quickly modify the  
system configuration directly from the keyboard  
without running a system configuration program.  
Display Automatic  
Power off  
This feature automatically cuts off power to the  
internal display when there is no input from the  
keyboard or pointing device for a specified time  
period. Power is restored when any key is  
pressed or when there is input from a pointing  
device. You can specify the time period in the  
TOSHIBA Power Saver utility.  
Hard Disk Drive  
This feature automatically cuts off power to the  
Automatic Power Off hard disk drive when it is not accessed for a  
specified time period. Power is restored when the  
hard disk is accessed. You can specify the time  
period in the TOSHIBA Power Saver utility.  
System Automatic  
This feature automatically places the system into  
Standby/Hibernation either Standby Mode or Hibernation Mode when  
there is no input or hardware access for a  
specified time period. You can specify the time  
period and select either System Standby or  
System Hibernate in the TOSHIBA Power Saver  
utility.  
Keypad Overlay  
A ten-key pad is integrated into the keyboard.  
Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5,  
The Keyboard, for instructions on using the  
keypad overlay.  
Power-on Password Two levels of password security are available,  
Supervisor and User, which can prevent  
unauthorized access to your computer.  
Battery Save Mode  
Instant Security  
This feature lets you save battery power. You can  
specify the level of system power management in  
the TOSHIBA Power Saver utility.  
A Hotkey function which blanks the screen and  
activates password security to provide quick and  
easy data security.  
Panel Power Off/On  
This feature turns power to the computer off  
when the display panel is closed and turns it back  
on when the panel is opened. You can specify  
the setting in the TOSHIBA Power Saver utility.  
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Automatic  
Hibernation  
When battery power is exhausted to the point  
that computer operation cannot be continued,  
the system automatically enters Hibernation  
Mode and shuts itself down. You can specify the  
setting in the TOSHIBA Power Saver utility.  
Hibernation  
This feature lets you turn off the power without  
exiting from your software. The contents of main  
memory are saved to the hard disk. When you  
turn on the power again, you can continue  
working right where you left off. Refer to the  
Turning off the power section in Chapter 3,  
Getting Started, for details.  
Standby  
In Standby Mode, power to the system remains  
on, but the processor and all other devices are  
effectively in ’sleep mode’. When the computer is  
in Standby Mode, the Power LED flashes amber.  
The computer enters Standby Mode regardless  
of the Hibernate Mode setting. Refer to the  
Turning off the power section in Chapter 3,  
Getting Started, for details.  
Before entering Standby mode, be sure to save your data.  
Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in  
Standby mode. The computer or the module could be damaged.  
Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby mode.  
Data in memory will be lost.  
Utilities  
This section describes preinstalled utilities and tells how to start them. For  
details on operations, refer to each utility’s online manual, help files or  
readme files.  
TOSHIBA Power  
Saver  
TOSHIBA Power Saver provides configuration  
option to conserve power when the computer is  
running on either battery or mains power. You  
can start TOSHIBA Power Saver as follows:  
If Control Panel is in Category View:  
Start -> Control Panel -> Performance and  
Maintenance -> TOSHIBA Power Saver  
If Control Panel is in Classic View:  
Start -> Control Panel -> TOSHIBA Power  
Saver  
TOSHIBA Assist  
TOSHIBA Assist is a graphical user interface that  
provides easy access to help and services.  
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Diagnostic Tool  
TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic tool displays the basic  
information on the computer’s configuration and  
allows some of the built-in devices functionality  
to be tested.  
You can start the TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool  
as follows:  
Start -> All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Utilities  
-> PC Diagnostic Tool  
TOSHIBA Controls  
This utility allows you to configure the computer’s  
audio/video control buttons and setup the  
audio/video playback applications.  
Buttons  
Assign applications or functions to the Internet  
button and the CD/DVD button.  
The default settings are default browser and  
CD/DVD.  
Media Apps  
Allows the selection of the application to be used  
for audio and video playback.  
DVD Player  
ConfigFree  
The DVD player is used to play DVD Video  
media through an on-screen interface and  
functions. Click Start, point to All Programs,  
point to InterVideo WinDVD then click InterVideo  
WinDVD.  
ConfigFree is a suite of utilities to allow easy  
control of communication devices and network  
connections. ConfigFree also allows you to find  
communication problems and create profiles for  
easy switching between location and  
communication networks.  
To start ConfigFree, click the Start Button, point  
to All Programs, point to TOSHIBA, point to  
Networking and click ConfigFree.  
Pressing Fn+F9 in a Windows® environment  
enables or disables the TouchPad function.  
When you press these hot keys, the current  
setting will change and be displayed as an icon  
onscreen.  
TOSHIBA TouchPad  
On/Off Utility  
RecordNow! Basic  
for TOSHIBA  
You can create discs in several form ats  
including audio CDs that can be played on a  
standard stereo CD player and data discs to  
store the files and folders on your hard disk drive.  
This software can be used on a model with a  
CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive or a DVD Super Multi  
drive supporting ±R Double Layer.  
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DLA for TOSHIBA  
DLA (Drive Letter Access) is the packet writing  
software which provides the function to write files  
and/or folders to DVD+RW, DVD-RW or CD-RW  
media via a drive letter like a floppy disk or other  
removable disk media.  
TOSHIBA Touch and TOSHIBA Touch and Launch is a tool that allows  
Launch  
you to perform various tasks easily using the  
TouchPad. It is useful in the following conditions:  
To open a file located on the desktop whose  
icon is obscured by a window.  
To open a page contained in the Internet  
Explorer Favorites menu.  
To display the list of currently open windows  
and change the active window.  
It also provides the following functions by  
customizing the settings.  
To open a file stored in a predefined folder.  
To quickly launch your frequently used  
applications which have been registered.  
TOSHIBA Zooming  
Utility  
This utility allows you to enlarge or reduce the  
icon size on the desktop or the application  
window.  
TOSHIBA HW Setup This program lets you customize your hardware  
settings according to the way you work with your  
computer and the peripherals you use. To access  
this utility, click Start, click Control Panel, click  
Printers and Other Hardware and select the  
TOSHIBA HW Setup icon.  
TOSHIBA Fn-esse  
This program lets you define your own “shortcut”  
keys to quickly launch applications and speed  
your work in Windows. To start the utility, click  
Start, point to All Programs, point to TOSHIBA,  
point to Utilities and click Fn-esse.  
TOSHIBA  
Accessibility  
This utility lets you make the Fn key sticky, that  
is, you can press it once, release it, and then  
press an “F number” key. The Fn key remains  
active until another key is pressed.  
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TOSHIBA Virtual  
Sound  
TOSHIBA Virtual Sound works as an audio filter  
using SRS WOW XT and SRS TruSurround XT  
functions provided by SRS Labs, Inc. in the  
United States. The audio filter enables you to  
enjoy improved quality sound and music on your  
computer.  
Turning on the feature  
To turn on the feature of the audio filiter, follow  
the steps below.  
1. Select Start, point to All Programs, TOSHIBA,  
Utilities and Virtual Sound.  
2. TOSHIBA Virtual Sound setting window is  
displayed.  
3. Click “On” in the Basic Setting.  
CD/DVD Drive  
Acoustic Silencer  
This utility allows you to configure the read speed  
of CD drive. You can either configure Normal  
Mode, which operates the drive at its maximum  
speed for quick data access, or Quiet Mode  
which runs at single speed for CD audio and  
which can lessen operational noise. It is  
ineffective in DVD.  
Options  
You can add a number of options to make your computer even more  
powerful and convenient to use. The following options are available:  
Memory Modules  
Two memory module can be installed in this  
computer.  
Use only PC4200 compatible DDRII memory modules. See your TOSHIBA  
dealer for details  
Battery Pack  
AC adapter  
An additional battery pack can be purchased  
from your TOSHIBA dealer. Use it as a spare to  
increase your computer operating time.  
If you use your computer at more than one site  
frequently, it may be convenient to purchase an  
additional AC adapter for each site so you will not  
have to carry the adapter with you.  
USB Floppy Disk  
Drive  
Lets you attach a floppy disk drive to your  
computer by means of a USB cable.  
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Chapter 2  
The Grand Tour  
This chapter identifies the various components of your computer. Become  
familiar with each component before you operate the computer.  
Certain types of 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.  
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The following figure shows the computer front with its display panel in the  
closed position.  
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1. DC IN LED  
2. Power LED  
3. Battery LED  
7. Wireless Communication  
Switch*  
8. Wireless Communication  
LED*  
4. Hard Disk Drive LED  
9. Microphone Jack  
10. Headphone Jack  
11. Volume Control  
5. Multiple Digital Media Card  
Slot Access LED*  
6. Multiple Digital Media Card  
Slot*  
* The availability of this feature is dependent on the model you purchased.  
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DC IN LED  
Power LED  
The DC IN LED indicates the computer is  
connected to the AC adapter and it is plugged  
into an AC power source.  
In normal operating mode, the Power LED is  
green or blue (depending on the model you  
purchased). If the system is in Standby Mode the  
LED will flash amber, while the LED will be off  
when the computer is turned off or is in  
Hibernation Mode.  
Battery LED  
The Battery LED indicates the battery’s current  
charge/discharge status. It lights green or blue  
(depending on the model you purchased) when  
the battery is fully charged. It lights amber while  
the battery is being charged from the AC adapter.  
It flashes amber when the battery capacity is low.  
Hard Disk Drive LED The Hard Disk Drive LED indicates that the hard  
disk drive is being accessed. Every time your  
computer runs a program, opens a file, or  
performs some other function in which it must  
access the hard disk drive, this light will go on.  
Multiple Digital  
Media Card Slot  
Access LED*  
The Multiple Digital Media Card Slot Access LED  
lights up when the Multiple Digital Media Card is  
accessed.  
(The availability of this function depends on the  
model you purchased.)  
Multiple Digital  
Media Card Slot*  
The Multiple Digital Media Card Slot allows you  
to use media cards from digital still cameras and  
various forms of portable information equipment.  
(The availability of this function depends on the  
model you purchased.)  
Wireless  
Communication  
Switch*  
The wireless communication switch turns on the  
wireless networking transceiver. The Wireless  
Communication LED beside it indicates that  
wireless networking is turned on.  
(The availability of this function depends on the  
model you purchased.)  
Wireless  
Communication  
Indicates whether the wireless LAN is active or  
not.  
LED*  
(The availability of this function depends on the  
model you purchased.)  
Microphone Jack  
The standard 3.5 mm mini microphone jack  
enables connection of a three conductive type  
mini-jack for a monaural microphone.  
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Headphone Jack  
Volume Control  
The headphone jack lets you connect stereo  
headphones or other audio-output devices such  
as external speakers. Connecting headphones or  
other devices to this jack automatically disables  
the internal speakers.  
Use this dial to adjust the volume of the stereo  
speakers or headphones.  
Right side  
The following figure shows the computer’s right side.  
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1. Express Card Slot*  
2. Optical Disc Drive  
3. Optical Disc Drive LED  
* The availability of this feature is dependent on the model you purchased.  
The right side of the computer  
Express Card Slot  
This slot allows you to insert an Express Card.  
An ExpressCard module is a small, modular  
add-in card technology based on PCI Express  
and Universal Serial Bus (USB) interface. The  
max transmission rate at 2.5Gbps. Both 34mm  
type and 54mm type are supported.  
(The availability of this function depends on the  
model you purchased.)  
Optical Disc Drive  
The computer is configured with a full-size optical  
disc drive module that lets you run either 12 cm  
(4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") discs without using an  
adapter. See the Drives section in this chapter for  
technical specifications on each drive and  
Chapter 4, Operating Basics, for information on  
using the drive and caring for discs.  
Optical Disc Drive  
LED  
This indicator lets you know when the Optical  
Disc Drive is being accessed.  
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Left side  
The following figure shows the computer’s left side.  
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1. RGB Monitor Port  
2. Fan Vents  
3. TV Out Port  
5. Universal Serial Bus (USB)  
Port  
6. PC Card Slot  
4. i .LINK (IEEE1394) Port*  
* The availability of this feature is dependent on the model you purchased.  
The left side of the computer  
RGB Monitor Port  
Fan Vents  
This 15-pin port lets you connect an external  
video display to the computer.  
The fan vents help prevent the CPU from  
overheating.  
To prevent possible over heating of the CPU, never block the fan vent.  
TV Out Port  
Connect a 4-pin S- video cable into this  
connector in order to output either an NTSC or  
PAL television signal.  
i .LINK (IEEE1394)  
Port  
This port allows you to connect an external  
device, such as a digital video camera, for  
high-speed data transfer.  
The availability of this function depends on the  
model you purchased.  
Universal Serial Bus The Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0 and 1.1  
(USB) Port  
compatible) port enables USB-equipped devices  
such as keyboards, mice, hard drives, scanners,  
and printers to be connected to the computer.  
PC Card Slot  
The PC Card slot can accommodate one 5 mm  
PC Card (Type II). You can install any industry  
standard PC Card such as a SCSI adapter,  
Ethernet adapter or flash memory card.  
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Back side  
The following figure shows the computer back panel.  
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1. Modem Jack  
2. Security Lock  
3. LAN Jack  
4. Universal Serial Bus (USB)  
Ports  
5. DC IN 19V Jack  
The back side of the computer  
Modem Jack  
The internal modem is installed as standard  
equipment, this jack lets you use a modular cable  
to connect the modem directly to a telephone  
line.  
Security Lock  
LAN Jack  
An optional security cable attaches to this port in  
order to anchor your computer to a desk or other  
large object to deter theft.  
This jack lets you connect to a LAN. The  
adapter has built-in support for Ethernet LAN  
(10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T) and Fast  
Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second,  
100BASE-TX). Two indicators built into the jack  
let you see the LAN status.  
Universal Serial Bus The Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0 and 1.1  
(USB) Ports  
compatible) ports enable USB-equipped devices  
such as keyboards, mice, hard drives, scanners,  
and printers to be connected to the computer.  
DC IN 19V Jack  
The DC IN jack is where you plug in the AC  
adapter.  
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Underside  
The following figure shows the underside of the computer. Make sure the  
display is closed before turning over your computer.  
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1. Expansion Memory Socket  
2. Fan Vent  
4. Battery Pack  
5. Battery Pack Lock  
3. Battery Pack Latch  
The bottom of the computer  
Expansion Memory  
Socket  
Use this socket to install a memory module to  
increase your computer’s memory. Refer to the  
Memory expansion section in Chapter 8,  
Fan Vent  
The fan vent helps prevent the CPU from  
overheating.  
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Front with the display open  
The following figure shows the front of the computer with the display open.  
To open the display, push the latch on the front of the display and lift it up.  
Position the display at a comfortable viewing angle.  
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TouchPad  
The TouchPad pointing device is located in the  
center of the palm rest and is used to control the  
on-screen pointer. Refer to the Using the Touch  
Pad section in Chapter 4, Operating Basics.  
TouchPad Control  
Buttons  
Control buttons below the TouchPad let you  
select menu items or manipulate text and  
graphics designated by the on-screen pointer.  
Left and Right  
Speakers  
The computer provides two speakers for stereo  
sound reproduction.  
Power Button  
Press the power button to turn the computer’s  
power on and off. There is an LED inside the  
power button (depending on the model you  
purchased) which shines either green or blue  
(depending on the model you purchased) when  
the system is on.  
Internet Button  
Press the Internet button to open your default  
web brower.  
The button setting can be changed in TOSHIBA  
Controls properties. To access the TOSHIBA  
Controls properties, click start, click the Control  
Panel, click Printers and Other Hardware and  
select the TOSHIBA Controls icon.  
(The availability of this function depends on the  
model you purchased.)  
CD/DVD Button  
Pressing this button when the computer’s power  
is off will run Express Media Player. Once  
Express Media Player is launched, the power  
indicator turns on, the audio control buttons are  
enabled and pressing this button again will do  
nothing. If you press this button while the  
computer is switched on or switched off into  
Standby Mode, it will launch either Windows  
Media® Player or WinDVD depending on the  
media that is loaded.  
The button setting can be changed in TOSHIBA  
Controls properties. To access the TOSHIBA  
Controls properties, click start, click the Control  
Panel, click Printers and Other Hardware and  
select the TOSHIBA Controls icon.  
(The availability of this function depends on the  
model you purchased.)  
When you use Express Media Player, please assign the CD/DVD button to  
“CD/DVD” in TOSHIBA Controls Properties.  
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Play/Pause Button  
Press this button to begin playing an audio CD,  
a DVD movie or digital audio files. This button  
also acts as a Pause button.  
(The availability of this function depends on the  
model you purchased.)  
Stop/Eject Button  
Next Button  
Stops playing the CD, DVD or digital audio. Also  
ejects a disc from the tray.  
(The availability of this function depends on the  
model you purchased.)  
Skips forward to the next track, chapter or digital  
file. Refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics, for  
details.  
(The availability of this function depends on the  
model you purchased.)  
Previous Button  
Skips backwards to the previous track, chapter or  
digital file. Refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics,  
for details.  
(The availability of this function depends on the  
model you purchased.)  
If Random or Shuffle is selected in Windows® Media Player, selecting Next  
or Previous advances to a random selection.  
Keyboard Indicators  
Arrow Mode  
Numeric Mode  
Caps lock  
Arrow Mode  
When the Arrow mode icon lights green, you can  
use the keypad overlay (light gray labeled keys)  
as cursor keys. Refer to the Keypad overlay  
section in Chapter 5, The Keyboard.  
Numeric Mode  
You can use the keypad overlay (light gray  
labeled keys) for numeric input when the  
Numeric mode icon lights green. Refer to the  
Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5, The  
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Caps Lock  
The Caps Lock LED lights when you press the  
Caps Lock key. When this light is on, pressing a  
letter key on the keyboard produces an  
uppercase (capital) letter.  
Optical Disc drive  
The computer will either have a CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive, or a single layer  
or dual layer DVD Super Multi drive supporting ±R Double Layer depending  
on its configuration. An ATAPI interface controller is used for the operation  
of these optical drives. When the computer is accessing a disc, an indicator  
on the drive glows.  
Region codes for DVD drives and media  
The disc drive and its media are manufactured according to the  
specifications of six marketing regions. When you purchase DVD-Video,  
make sure it matches your drive, otherwise it will not play properly.  
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Region  
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Canada, United States  
Japan, Europe, South Africa, Middle East  
Southeast Asia, East Asia  
Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Central America,  
South America, Caribbean  
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Russia, Indian Subcontinent, Africa, North Korea, Mongolia  
China  
Writable discs  
This section describes the types of writable discs. Check the specifications  
for your drive to for the type of discs it can write. Use Record Now! to write  
compact discs. Refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics.  
CDs  
CD-R discs can be written only once. The recorded data cannot be  
erased or changed.  
CD-RW discs can be recorded more than once. Use either 1x, 2x, or  
4x multi-speed CD-RW discs or high-speed 4x to 10x discs. The write  
speed of ultra-speed CD-RW discs is a maximum of 24x speed.  
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DVDs  
DVD-R and DVD+R discs can be written only once. The recorded data  
cannot be erased or changed.  
DVD-RW, DVD+RW and DVD-RAM discs can be recorded more than  
once.  
CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive  
The full-size CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive module lets you record data to  
rewritable CDs as well as run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") discs  
without using an adapter.  
The read speed is slower at the center of a disc and faster at the other  
edge.  
DVD read  
CD read  
8 speed (maximum)  
24 speed (maximum)  
CD-R write  
CD-RW write  
24 speed (maximum)  
24 speed (maximum, ultra-speed media)  
DVD Super Multi drive supporting ±R Double Layer  
The full-size DVD Super Multi drive supporting ±R Double Layer module  
lets you record data to rewritable discs as well as run either 12cm (4.72") or  
8cm (3.15") discs without using an adapter.  
The read speed is slower at the center of a disc and faster at the other  
edge.  
DVD read  
8 speed (maximum)  
DVD-R write  
DVD-RW write  
DVD+R write  
DVD+RW write  
DVD-RAM write  
CD read  
8 speed (maximum)  
4 speed (maximum)  
8 speed (maximum)  
4 speed (maximum)  
5 speed (maximum)  
24 speed (maximum)  
24 speed (maximum)  
10 speed (maximum, ultra-speed media)  
2.4 speed (maximum)  
2 speed (maximum)  
CD-R write  
CD-RW write  
DVD+R (DL) write  
DVD-R(DL) write  
This drive cannot use discs that allow writing faster than 8x speed or faster  
(DVD-R and DVD+R with Single Layer), 4x speed or faster (DVD-RW and  
DVD+RW), 5x speed (DVD-RAM) or ultra-speed or faster (CD-RW).  
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