Toshiba C50b User Manual
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3. On the Levels tab move the Microphone slider to increase or decrease the microphone volume level. If you feel the microphone volume level is inadequate, move the Microphone Boost slider to a higher level. Audio Enhancements In order to apply the sound effects for your current speaker, follow the steps below. 1. Right click on the Speakers icon on the Windows Taskbar, and then select Playback devices from the sub menu. 2. Select Speakers, and click Properties . 3. On the Enhancements tab select the sound effects you would like, and click Apply. DTS Sound DTS Sound™ utilizes advanced patented techniques to retrieve audio cuesburied in the original source material and deliver immersive surround sound complete with deep, rich bass and crystal clear dialog. DTS Sound is provided with some models. It provides the following features: Immersive surround sound with bass and dialog enhancement Broad sweet spot with elevated sound image Improved volume output delivering maximum volume without creating clipping or distortion Dialog enhancement for clear and intelligible vocals Bass enhancement for rich, low frequency production High frequency definition for crisp details To access the utility, click Start -> All Programs -> DTS, Inc -> DTS Sound . U.S. patents apply to this product. See http://patents.dts.com Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing Limited. Video mode Video mode settings are configured via the Screen Resolution dialog. To open the Screen Resolution dialog, click Start -> Control Panel -> Appearance and Personalization -> Display -> Change display settings . If you are running some applications (for example a 3D application or video playback), you may see some disturbance, flickering or frame dropping on your screen.User's Manual 4-27
If that occurs, adjust the resolution of display, lowering it until the screen is displayed properly. User's Manual 4-28
Chapter 5 Utilities and Advanced Usage This chapter describes the utilities and special features of this computer,and the advanced usage of some utilities. Utilities and Applications This section describes the pre-installed utilities that come with thecomputer and details how to start them. For further information on their operation, you may refer to each utility's online manual, help files or README.TXT file (if applicable). TOSHIBA HWSetupThis utility allows you to customize your hardware settings according to the way you work with the computer and the peripherals you use.TOSHIBA Peak Shift ControlTOSHIBA Peak Shift Control is a function that can help reduce power usage during periods of peak demand by shifting some power consumption to periods when demand is lower. For instance, in peak hours of power consumption such as in the daytime in the summer, the power consumed from the AC power source is automatically stopped and the battery is used for PC operation. The AC power can then be used to charge the battery during periods where power demand is reduced (such as at night), thereby reducing the load during peak periods. To access the utility, click Start -> All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Tools & Utilities -> Peak Shift Control . For more information, please refer to the Help file.TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic ToolThe TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool will display basic system configuration information and allow the functionality of some of the computer's built- in hardware devices to be tested.TOSHIBA Hi-Speed StartHi-Speed Start Mode can make the computer start up faster than it would start up after a system shutdown. User's Manual 5-1
The efficient performance might not be expected with multiple useraccounts registered. Only startup from built-in HDD supports Hi-Speed Start Mode. When system needs to be restarted because of Windows update,drivers update or applications installation, please Shut down or Restart accordingly. If not, those changes will not be reflected to the system properly with Hi-Speed Start Mode. When setting password (e.g. user password, HDD password), please enter it using keyboard. When the system is booting in Hi-Speed Start Mode, there are some limitations on the settings at BIOS Setup. If it is required to use BIOS Setup, please do not use Hi-Speed Start Mode. Please execute BIOS Setup after Windows shut down. Before using Hi-Speed Start Mode, please finish all the running programs. If you set the boot-up certification (single sign-on) on the model featured with a fingerprint authentication, a fingerprint (or password) is required again at the login phase. TOSHIBA AccessibilityThe TOSHIBA Accessibility utility provides support to movement impaired users when they need to use the function keys. In use, the utility allows you to make the FN key "sticky", that is, you can press it once, release it, and they press one of the function keys in order to access its specific function. When set, the FN key will remain active until another key is pressed.Bluetooth Stack for Windows by ToshibaThis software enables communication between the computer and external Bluetooth devices such as printers and mobile phones. Bluetooth functions cannot be used in models that do not have a Bluetooth module installed. User's Manual 5-2
TOSHIBA eco UtilityThis computer is equipped with "eco mode". This mode slightly lowers performance of some devices to reduce electric power consumption. You can realize measurable power savings by using it continuously. TOSHIBA eco Utility helps control the power consumption of your computer. Various information can help you understand your degree of contribution to the environment. To access this utility, click Start -> All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Tools & Utilities -> eco Utility . For details on TOSHIBA eco utility, see the help file.TOSHIBA Disc CreatorYou can create CDs and DVDs in a number of formats including audio CDs that can be played on a standard CD player, and data discs which can store copies of the files and folders on your computer's hard disk drive. To start this utility, click Start -> All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Media & Entertainment -> Disc Creator .TOSHIBA HDD/SSD Alert UtilityThis utility includes wizard functions to monitor the Disk Drive operating status and execute the system backup. To access the utility, click Start -> All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Support & Recovery -> HDD SSD Alert .TOSHIBA Sleep UtilityThis utility is able to either enable or disable the following functions: Sleep and Charge: By connecting to the USB port, devices such as digital audio players are able to charge, even when the computer is in Standby/Sleep Mode, Hibernation Mode or shutdown state. To access this utility, click Start -> All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Tools & Utilities -> Sleep Utility . User's Manual 5-3
TOSHIBA Service StationThis application allows your computer to automatically search for TOSHIBA software updates or other alerts from TOSHIBA that are specific to your computer system and its programs. When enabled, this application periodically transmits to our servers a limited amount of system information, which will be treated in strict accordance with the rules and regulations as well as applicable data protection law. To access this utility, click Start -> All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Support & Recovery -> Service Station .TOSHIBA PC Health MonitorThe TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor application proactively monitors a number of system functions such as power consumption, battery health and system cooling, informing you of significant system conditions. This application recognizes the system and individual component serial numbers and will track specific activities related to their usage. To access this utility, click Start -> All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Support & Recovery -> PC Health Monitor . For details on TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor, see the help file.You may not have all the software listed above depending on the model you purchased. To access the setup files of the drivers/utilities, Click Start -> All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Support & Recovery -> Applications and Drivers . Special features The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features which make the computer more convenient to use. Access each function using the following procedures. *1 To access the Power Options, click Start -> Control Panel -> System and Security -> Power Options . Display automatic power off *1This feature automatically cuts off power to the computer's display panel when there is no keyboard input for a specified time, with powerbeing restored the next time a key is pressed. This can be specified in the Power Options. User's Manual 5-4
HDD automatic power off *1This feature automatically cuts off power to the hard disk drive when it is not accessed for a specified time, with power being restored when the hard disk drive is next accessed. This can be specified in the Power Options.System automatic Sleep/Hibernation Mode *1This feature automatically shuts down the system into either Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode when there is no input or hardware access for a specified time. This can be specified in the Power Options.Power on passwordTwo levels of password security, supervisor and user, are available to prevent unauthorized access to your computer.Intelligent power supply *1A microprocessor in the computer's intelligent power supply detects the battery's charge, automatically calculates the remaining battery capacity and protects electronic components from abnormal conditions such as a voltage overload from the AC adaptor. This can be specified in the Power Options.Battery save mode *1This feature lets you configure the computer in order to save battery power. This can be specified in the Power Options.Panel power on/off *1This feature automatically turns power to the computer off when the display panel is closed, and turns it back on when the display panel is opened. This can be specified in the Power Options.Low battery automatic Hibernation Mode *1When battery power is exhausted to the point that computer operation cannot be continued, the system automatically enters Hibernation Mode and shuts itself down. This can be specified in the Power Options.Sleep ModeIf you have to interrupt your work, you can use this feature to allow you to turn off power to the computer without exiting from your software. Data is maintained in the computer's main memory so that when you next turn on the power, you can continue working right where you left off. User's Manual 5-5
Hibernation ModeThis feature lets you turn off the power to the computer without exiting from your software. The contents of main memory are automatically saved to the Hard Disk Drive so that when you next turn the power on again, you can continue working right where you left off. Refer to the Turning off the power section, for more details.USB Wakeup functionThis function restores the computer from Sleep Mode depending on the external devices connected to the USB ports. For example, if a mouse or USB keyboard is connected to a USB port, clicking the mouse button or pressing the keyboard will wakeup the computer.Heat dispersal *1To protect against overheating, the processor is equipped with an internal temperature sensor which activates a cooling fan or lowers the processing speed if the computer's internal temperature rises to a certain level. You are able to select whether to control this temperature by either turning on the fan first, then if necessary lowering the processor speed, or by lowering the processor speed first, then if necessary turning on the fan. Both of these functions are controlled through the Power Options. When the processor's temperature falls within normal range, the fan and the processor operation will return to its standard speed. If the processor's temperature reaches an unacceptably high level with either setting, the computer automatically shuts down to prevent any damage. In this instance all unsaved data in memory will be lost. TOSHIBA Password utility The TOSHIBA Password utility provides two levels of password security: User and Supervisor. Passwords set by the TOSHIBA Password utility function are different from the Windows password. User Password To set or reset the user password for power on, click the following items: User's Manual 5-6
Start -> All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Tools & Utilities -> HWSetup -> Password This option lets you register a new password or change/remove an existing password.Not RegisteredChanges or remove the password (default).RegisteredSelects the password. A dialogue box will appear to allow you to set the password. To enter a user password: 1. Select Registered to display the following prompt: Enter Password: Enter a password. The character string you enter is displayed as a string of asterisk. 2. Click OK. The following message appears, allowing you to verify the password. Verify Password: 3. If character strings match, the password is registered. Click OK. If they do not match, the following message appears. You must repeat from step 1. Entry Error!!! To delete a user password: 1. Select Not Registered to display the following prompt: Enter Password: 2. Enter the currently registered password. The character string you enter is displayed as a string of asterisks. 3. Click OK. If the character string you enter matches the registered password, the password option is reset and the display changes to Not registered If they do not match, the following message appears. You must repeat from step 1. Incorrect Password. Owner String This blank field is used to display a message when the password field is displayed on startup. If a password is not registered the message will not be shown. Supervisor Password If you set a Supervisor Password, some functions might be restricted whena user logs on with the User Password. You can start the Supervisor Password utility by accessing the following folder and then double-click SVPWUTIL.exe: User's Manual 5-7
C:\Program Files\TOSHIBA\Utilities\ This utility lets you do the following: Register or delete the Supervisor Password. Specify restrictions for general users. Starting the computer using a password If you have already registered a user password, there is one way to startthe computer: Enter the password manually. The password is necessary only if the computer was shut down in Hibernation mode or boot mode. It is not needed in Sleep mode and Restart. To enter a password manually, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Turn on the power as described in the Getting Started section. The following message will appear in the screen: Password= At this point, the function keys do not work. They will function after you enter the password. 2. Enter the Password. 3. Press ENTER. If you enter the password incorrectly three times in a row, or if you don’t enter the password within 1 minute, the computer shuts off. In this case, some features that can power on the computer automatically (Wake-up on LAN, Task Scheduler, etc) may not work. You must turn the computer back on to retry password entry. TOSHIBA HWSetup TOSHIBA HWSetup is the TOSHIBA configuration management tool available through the Windows operating system. To run TOSHIBA HWSetup, click Start -> All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Tools & Utilities -> HWSetup . The TOSHIBA HWSetup window contains a number of tabs to allow specific functions of the computer to be configured. In addition there are also three buttons: OK, Cancel and Apply. OKAccepts your changes and closes the TOSHIBA HWSetup window.CancelCloses the window without accepting your changes. User's Manual 5-8