Toshiba P200 Manual

Satellite P200/Satellite Pro P200 4-27Operating Basics
Before writing or rewriting
Please observe the following points when you write or rewrite data.
■Based on TOSHIBAs limited compatibility testing, we suggest the 
following manufacturers of CD-R/RW and DVD-R/+R/-RW/+RW/-RAM 
media. However, in no event does TOSHIBA guarantee the operation, 
quality or performance of any disc. Disc quality can affect write or rewrite 
success rates.
CD-R:TAIYOYUDEN CO., LTD.
MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION
RICOH Co.,...

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■If the disc is poor in quality, dirty or damaged, writing or rewriting errors 
may occur. Be careful to check the disc for dirt or damage before you 
use it.
■The actual number of rewrites to CD-RW or DVD-RW/+RW/-RAM is 
affected by the quality of the disc and the way it is used.
■There are two types of DVD-R: authoring and general use discs. Do not 
use authoring discs. Only general use discs can be written to by a 
computer drive.
■We can support...

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■Operate the computer at full power. Do not use power-saving features.
■Do not write while virus check software is running. Wait for it to finish, 
then disable virus detection programs including any software that 
checks files automatically in the background.
■Do not use hard disk utilities, including those intended to enhance hard disk 
access speed, as they may cause unstable operation and damage data.
■Write from the computers hard disk drive to...

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How to make a Label Flash DVD
Simplified steps for making a Label Flash DVD: 
1.  Insert a Label Flash disc in DVD drive. 
2. Click Start  All Programs  DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA  
Ulead DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA Launcher to launch DVD 
MovieFactory.
3. Click Print Disc Label  Label Printing. Ulead Label@Onece is started. 
4. Click the General tab.
5. Choose DVD Drive for Printer. e.g.  PIONEER DVD....
6. Add and customize the look of your...

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How to learn more about Ulead DVD MovieFactory® 
Please refer to the Help and Manul file for additional Ulead DVD 
MovieFactory information.
Important information for use
Note the following limitations when you write video DVD:
1. Editing digital video
■Log in with Administrator rights to use DVD MovieFactory.
■Make sure that your computer is running on AC power when using DVD 
MovieFactory
■Operate the computer at Full Power. Do not use power-saving...

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■Please verify your disc after recording important data.
■DVD-R/+R/-RW disc cannot be written in VR format.
■Not support to output VCD or SVCD format.
3. About Straight to Disc
■Not support to record on DVD-R/+R disc 
■Not support to record DVD+VR format by HDV
■HDV support to burn DVD-Video only
■DVD-VR format not support to add Menu
4. About recorded DVDs
■Some DVD-ROM drives for personal computers or other DVD players 
may not be able to read...

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■TOSHIBA Disc Creator does not support recording to DVD-RAM discs. 
To record to a DVD-RAM, use Explorer or other similar utility.
■When you back up a DVD disc, be sure the source drive supports 
recording to DVD-R/-RW or DVD+R/+RW discs. If the source drive does 
not support recording to DVD-R/-RW or DVD+R/+RW discs, it might not 
be backed up correctly.
■When you back up a DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R or DVD+RW, be sure to 
use the same type of disc.
■You...

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Disks
1. Store your disks in the container they came in to protect them and keep 
them clean. If a disk is dirty, do not use cleaning fluid. Clean it with a 
soft damp cloth.
2. Do not slide back the disks protective metal covering or touch the disks 
magnetic surface. Fingerprints may prevent the disk drive from reading 
data from the disk.
3. Data may be lost if the disk is twisted, bent, or exposed to direct sunlight, 
or extreme heat or cold.
4....

Satellite P200/Satellite Pro P200 4-35Operating Basics
Setting up more than one display
You can set up your computer to utilize more than one display, effectively 
spreading a single desktop screen across two monitors.
The Display settings window allows you to adjust more precisely the relative 
positioning of the two displays when they are configured as an extended 
desktop. On the Display Settings window, the two displays can be 
positioned horizontally, vertically or in any diagonal configuration you...

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Cleaning the computer
To help ensure long, trouble-free operation, keep the computer free of dust 
and use care with liquids around the computer.
■Be careful not to spill liquids into the computer. If the computer does 
get wet, turn the power off immediately and let the computer dry 
completely before you turn it on again.
■Clean the computer using a slightly damp (with water) cloth. You can 
use glass cleaner on the display. Spray a small amount of...