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Viewing the display on a television
The S-Video out jack on your notebook lets you view your notebook display 
on a television screen using a standard S-Video cable.
To view your notebook display on a television:
1With your notebook off, connect one end of a standard S-Video cable to 
the S-Video out jack. For the location of the S-Video out jack, see “Back” 
on page 5.
2Connect the other end of the cable to the Video in jack on your television 
or VCR.
3Turn on the television or VCR.
4Start your notebook.
5Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens. If your 
Control Panel is in Category View, click 
Appearance and Themes.
6Click/Double-click the Display icon. The Display Properties dialog box opens.
ImportantTo turn on external video by default, connect the television 
(or other external video device) before starting your 
notebook.
ImportantAudio is not transmitted through the S-Video out jack. Use 
the built-in speakers, a set of headphones or external 
powered speakers, or connect your notebook to a stereo 
system. DVD playback to a VCR will be scrambled by 
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7Click the Settings tab.
8Click Advanced. The (Multiple Monitors) and MOBILITY RADEON 9600 
Properties dialog box opens. 
						

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9Click the Displays tab.
10Click the Enable TV button if it is not already enabled.
ImportantIf the Enable TV and TV buttons are grayed out, your 
notebook has not detected the television. Make sure that 
the television is turned on and connected correctly.
Enable TV
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11Click TV to make any adjustments to the TV settings.
12Click Apply.
13Click OK to close the (Multiple Monitors) and MOBILITY RADEON 9600 
Properties dialog box.
14Click OK to close the Display Properties dialog box.
15Click X to close the Control Panel window.
ImportantIf you are traveling internationally, you may need to change 
the video standard. For example, many televisions in Asia 
use PAL instead of NTSC. 
						

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Managing Power
While your notebook is running on battery power, you 
should manage power consumption to get the most use out 
of the battery. Read this chapter to learn how to:
■Check and recharge the battery
■Change batteries
■Extend the life of the battery by conserving battery 
power and using alternate power sources
■Change power-saving settings 
						

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Monitoring the battery charge
Closely monitor the battery charge. When the battery charge gets low, change 
the battery or connect to AC power immediately to prevent losing any unsaved 
work.
Monitor the battery charge by:
■Double-clicking the power cord icon  or battery icon  in the taskbar. 
The Power Meter dialog box opens.
■Looking at the power and battery charge indicators:
■Power indicator on - notebook is on.
■Power indicator blinking - battery charge is very low.
■Power indicator off - notebook is off.
■Battery charge indicator on - battery is charging.
Recharging the battery
The battery recharges while it is installed and your notebook is connected to 
AC power. While the battery is recharging, the battery charge indicator turns 
on and the battery icon in the taskbar has a lightning bolt .
ImportantIf the power cord or battery icon does not appear on the 
taskbar, click the show hidden icons button. If the icon 
still does not appear, make sure that Always show icon 
on the taskbar is checked on the Power Options 
Properties Advanced tab. See “Changing advanced 
settings” on page 155 for more information.
ImportantIf the power cord or battery icon does not appear on the 
taskbar, click the show hidden icons button. If the icon 
still does not appear, make sure that Always show icon 
on the taskbar is checked on the Power Options 
Properties Advanced tab. See “Changing advanced 
settings” on page 155 for more information. 
						

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Changing batteries
If your notebook is plugged into an AC outlet, you can change the battery while 
your notebook is turned on. If your notebook is not plugged into an AC outlet, 
you must turn your notebook off while changing the battery.
WarningDanger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with a Gateway M505 battery. Discard used 
batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
The battery used in this device may present a fire or 
chemical burn hazard if mishandled. Do not disassemble, 
heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate. Dispose of used 
battery promptly. Keep away from children.
Battery
Battery 
release 
latch
Battery 
lock 
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Replacing the battery
To replace the battery:
1If your notebook is on and is connected to AC power, go to Step 2.
-OR-
If your notebook is on and is not connected to AC power, save your work 
and turn off your notebook.
2Close the LCD panel.
3Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up.
4Slide the battery lock latch into the unlocked position, then slide and hold 
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5Lift the battery out of the bay.
6Place a recharged battery into the bay and press down until it snaps into 
place.
7Slide the battery lock latch into the locked position.
8Turn your notebook over.
9Open the LCD panel and press the power button. 
						

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Extending battery life
Conserving battery power
While using the battery to power your notebook, conserve power by:
■Dimming the display as low as is comfortable.
■Removing PC Cards when you do not need them. Many PC Cards use a 
small amount of power while inserted, even if they are not being used.
■Modifying the power management settings for maximum power savings. 
For more information, see “Changing power settings” on page 152.
■Closing the LCD panel to turn off the display while you are not using your 
notebook. The display stays off until you open the panel again.
■Using Hibernate mode for maximum power savings while your notebook 
is not in use. For more information, see “Activating and using Hibernate 
mode” on page 156.
■Using the DVD/CD-RW or DVD-RW/CD-RW drive only when necessary. 
These drives use a large amount of power.
■Recharging the battery often, taking an extra battery, and fully recharging 
the batteries before traveling. For more information, see “Recharging the 
battery” on page 146 and “Changing batteries” on page 147.
Using alternate power sources
To extend battery life, use alternate power sources whenever possible.
■If traveling internationally, take electrical adapters. Save the battery for 
times when you cannot use a power adapter. If you plan on taking your 
AC power adapter, also take a single-plug surge protector.
■If you will have access to an automobile cigarette lighter, use a power 
inverter. Save the battery for times when you cannot use a power adapter.
■To find AC power outlets in airports, look for them next to support pillars, 
in large areas such as boarding gates, and under banks of telephones.