Toshiba Satellite C55-a Owners Manual

							The HDMI out port
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) port digitally transfers bothvideo and audio data without reducing the quality. HDMI-compatible external display devices including televisions can be connected via theHDMI port.
To connect an HDMI-compatible display device, follow the steps as
detailed below:
As the port operation of all HDMI display devices have not been confirmed,
some HDMI display devices may not function properly.
To connect a device to the HDMI out port, you must purchase an HDMI cable.
1. Plug one end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI in port of the HDMI display device.
2. Plug the other end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI out port on your computer.
3. Turn the HDMI display device's power on.
Figure 4-15 Connecting the HDMI out port
1. HDMI out port2. HDMI cablePlease do not plug/unplug an HDMI device under the following conditions:
The system is starting up.
The system is shutting down.
When you connect a television or external monitor to the HDMI port, the
display output device is set to HDMI.
When you unplug the HDMI cable and re-plug it, please wait at least 5
seconds before you re-plug the HDMI cable again.
When you change the display output device, the playback device may not switch automatically. In this case, in order to set the playback device to thesame device as the display output device, please adjust the playback
device manually by the following steps:
1. Click  Desktop -> Desktop Assist -> Control Panel -> Hardware and 
Sound -> Sound .
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							2. In the Playback  tab, select the playback device which you want to
switch to.
3. To use the internal speakers on your computer, select  Speakers. To use
the television or the external monitor that you have connected to the computer, select a different playback device.
4. Click the  Set Default button.
5. Click  OK to close the  Sound dialog.
Settings for display video on HDMI
To view video on the HDMI display device, be sure to configure the
following settings otherwise you may find that nothing is displayed.
Be sure to use the function key to select the display device before starting
to play video. Do not change the display device while playing video.
Do not change the display device under the following conditions.
While data is being read or written.
While communication is being carried out.
Selecting HD Format
To select the display mode, follow the steps as detailed below:
1. Click  Desktop -> Desktop Assist -> Control Panel .
2. Click  Appearance and Personalization .
3. Click  Display.
4. Click  Change display settings .
5. Click  Advanced settings .
6. Click  List All Modes .
7. Select one of the mode at  List All Modes.
Changing the display settings After one or more external displays are connected, the operating system
can automatically detect, identify and setup the display settings.
You can also manually manage how the external displays will work and
change the display settings by pressing  P while holding down the
Windows  ( 
 ) key. If you disconnect the external display before you turn
the computer's power off, be sure to switch to the internal display.
Security lock A security lock enables you to anchor your computer to a desk or other
heavy object in order to help prevent unauthorized removal or theft. The
computer has a security lock slot on its left side into which you can attach
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							one end of the security cable, while the other end attaches to a desk or
similar object. The methods used for attaching security cables differ from
product to product. Please refer to the instructions for the product you are
using for more information.
Connecting the security lock In order to connect a security cable to the computer, follow the steps as
detailed below:
1. Turn the computer so its left side faces you.
2. Align the security cable with the lock slot and secure it in place.
Figure 4-16 Security lock1. Security lock slot2. Security lock
Optional TOSHIBA Accessories
You are able to add a number of options and accessories in order to make
your computer even more powerful and convenient to use. For reference,
the following list details some of the items that are available from your
reseller or TOSHIBA dealer:
Memory KitDDR3/DDR3L-1600/1866 memory modules can
easily be installed in the computer.
The available option memory depends on
TOSHIBA authorization.Universal AC AdaptorIf you frequently use your computer at more than
one site, it may be convenient to purchase an additional AC adaptor to be kept at each site in
order to remove the need to always carry the
adaptor with you.Battery packAn additional battery pack can be purchased for use as either a spare or replacement. Please
refer to the  Battery section for further information.
Sound System and Video mode
This section describes some of the audio control functions.
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							Volume MixerThe Volume Mixer utility lets you control the audio volume for playback ofdevices and applications under Windows.
To launch the Volume Mixer utility, click  Desktop and right click on the
speaker icon on the Taskbar, and then select  Open Volume Mixer
from the sub menu.
To adjust the volume level of speakers or headphones, move the
Speakers  slider.
To adjust the volume level of an application that you are using, move
the slider for the corresponding application.
Microphone Level Follow the steps below to change the microphone recording level.1. Right click on the speaker icon on the Taskbar, and select  Recording 
devices  from the sub menu.
2. Select  Microphone , and click Properties .
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. Click  Desktop and right click on the  Speakers icon on the 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 Studio Sound DTS Studio Sound™ is a premium audio enhancement suite that utilizes
revolutionary audio technology to provide the most immersive and realistic
listening experience ever offered for a two speaker playback environment.
DTS Studio Sound is provided with some models. It provides the following
features:
Advanced audio rendering to match 2D and 3D video content for enveloping surround sound
Accurate placement of audio cues for immersive surround sound fromany PC speaker configuration laptop / desktop speakers or
headphones
Broad sweet spot with elevated sound image
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							Maximum 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
Consistent volume level across content
To access the utility, Click  Desktop -> Desktop Assist -> Media & 
Entertainment -> DTS Studio Sound .
U.S. patents apply to this product. See http://patents.dts.com.
Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing Limited.
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  Desktop -> Desktop Assist -> Media & 
Entertainment -> DTS Sound .
U.S. patents apply to this product. See http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing Limited.
Realtek HD Audio Manager You can confirm and change the audio configuration using the  Realtek HD 
Audio Manager . To launch the Realtek HD Audio Manager :
Click Desktop -> Desktop Assist -> Control Panel -> Hardware 
and Sound -> Realtek HD Audio Manager .
When you first launch the Realtek HD Audio Manager, you will see two
device tabs.  Speakers is the default output device.  Microphone is the
default input device. To change the default device, click the  Set Default 
Device  button under the chosen device tab.
Information
Click the  Information  button  to view hardware information, software
information, and language setting.
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							Power Management
The audio controller in your computer can be turned off when the audio
function is not used. To adjust the configuration of audio power
management, click the  Power Management button 
 .
When audio power management is enabled, the circle button at the
upper left of the Power Management is blue and convex.
When audio power management is disabled, the button is black and concave.
Speaker Configuration
Click the  Auto Test  button  to confirm the internal speakers or the
headphone sound is coming from the right direction.
Default Format
You can change the sample rate and bit depth of sound.
Video mode Video mode settings are configured via the  Screen Resolution dialog.
To open the  Screen Resolution  dialog, click Desktop -> Desktop Assist -
> 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.
If that occurs, adjust the resolution of display, lowering it until the screen is
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							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).
All the utilities described here can be accessed from  Desktop -> Desktop 
Assist .
Furthermore, some utilities can also be launched from Start screen and desktop shortcut.TOSHIBA Desktop
AssistTOSHIBA Desktop Assist is a graphical user
interface that provides access to specific tools and TOSHIBA utilities and applications that makethe use and configuration of the computer easier.
To access this utility, click  Desktop -> Desktop 
Assist .
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							TOSHIBA Display
UtilityTOSHIBA Display Utility includes Desktop Text
Size utility, Split Screen utility and Other Settings.Desktop Text Size allows you to make
the text size bigger or smaller on the desktop
according to your usage and favorite. You can change the text size on the display and on the
title bar of windows by changing the scaling of
the text size. When the scaling is smaller, more
information will appear on the display
simultaneously but the text size becomes
smaller. When the scaling is larger, less
information will appear on the display
simultaneously but the text size becomes
larger.You can install Split Screen utility by
yourself. Split Screen utility enables you to create
multiple display zones on a screen and to fit the
active windows to within those zones.
To access this utility, click  Desktop -> Desktop 
Assist -> Tools & Utilities -> Display Utility .
For details on Desktop Text Size utility and Split
Screen utility, see the help file.TOSHIBA Password
UtilityThis utility allows you to set a password in order
to restrict access to the computer.
To access this utility, click  Desktop -> Desktop 
Assist -> Tools & Utilities -> Password Utility .TOSHIBA System
SettingsThis utility allows you to customize your
hardware settings according to the way you work
with the computer and the peripherals you use.
To access this utility, click  Desktop -> Desktop 
Assist -> Tools & Utilities -> System Settings .TOSHIBA HDD
AcceleratorTOSHIBA HDD Accelerator is a utility that can
improve hard drive access performance by using
part of the main memory of the computer as a
cache.
To access this utility, click  Desktop -> Desktop 
Assist -> Tools & Utilities -> System Settings -
> HDD Accelerator .TOSHIBA VIDEO
PLAYERThis software is provided for playback of DVD Video. To access this utility, click  Desktop ->
Desktop Assist -> Media & Entertainment ->
TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER .
For details on how to use TOSHIBA VIDEO
PLAYER, see the help file.
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							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.
Furthermore, this utility contains Peak shift
function that can help reduce power usage during
periods of peak demand by shifting some power
consumption to periods when demand is lower.
To access this utility, click  Desktop -> Desktop 
Assist -> Tools & Utilities -> eco Utility .
For details on TOSHIBA eco utility, see the help
file.TOSHIBA Blu-ray
Disc PlayerThis software is provided for playback of Blu-ray
Disc™. It has an on-screen interface and
functions. To start this utility, click  Desktop ->
Desktop Assist -> Media & Entertainment ->
TOSHIBA Blu-ray Disc Player .For details on
how to use TOSHIBA Blu-ray Disc Player, see
the help file.TOSHIBA Media
Player by sMedio
TrueLink+This software is a multimedia player which can
be used to play back video, music and photo.
TOSHIBA Media Player can play back contents
on a local library/home network/SkyDrive.
To access it, click the  Media Player icon on the
Start screen.
For details, please refer to the Tutorial and
Online help.TOSHIBA Function
KeyThis utility allows you to perform some features
by pressing a specified key or combined with the
FN key.
To setup this utility, click  Desktop -> Desktop 
Assist -> Tools & Utilities -> Function Key .
For details, please refer to the  Function Key
section.
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							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  Desktop -> Desktop 
Assist -> 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  Desktop -> Desktop 
Assist -> Support & Recovery -> PC Health  Monitor .
For details on TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor, see
the help file.TOSHIBA Resolution+
Plug-in for Windows
Media PlayerThe plug-in lets you upconverts wmv and mp4
videos on Windows Media Player.
For more information, please refer to the
TOSHIBA Resolution+ Plug-in for Windows
Media Player Help.
To access it, click  Desktop -> Desktop Assist -
> Media & Entertainment -> TOSHIBA 
Resolution+ Plug-in for Windows Media 
Player - Help .TOSHIBA Audio
EnhancementTOSHIBA Audio Enhancement provides you the
function of audio source filtering, earphone audio
enhancement, or speaker audio enhancement. To change the settings, click  Desktop ->
Desktop Assist -> Media & Entertainment ->
Audio Enhancement .You may not have all the software listed above depending on the model
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