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Display Panel Latch Release

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2 Knowing the Parts Display Panel Latch Release Spring-loaded latch mechanism on the front of the Notebook PC locks the display panel in the closed position when the Notebook PC is not in use. To open the display panel, slide the latch release with your thumb and lift up the display panel with the same thumb. Slowly tilt the display panel forward or backward to a comfortable viewing angle. WARNING! When opening, do not force the display panel down to the table or else the hinges may break! Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! Display Panel The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which provides excellent viewing like that of desktop monitors. Unlike desktop monitors, the LCD panel does not produce any radiation or flickering, so it is easier on the eyes. Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Notebook PC and recovering from STD (Save-ToDisk). Push the switch once to turn ON and once to turn OFF the Notebook PC. Instant Keys Instant keys allow you to launch frequently used applications with one push of a button. Details provided later in this manual. Audio Speakers The built-in speaker system allows you to hear audio without additional attachments. The multimedia sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external stereo headphones or speakers). All audio features are software controlled. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized keys with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can be depressed) and palm rest for both hands. Two Windows™ function keys are provided to help ease navigation in the Windows™ operating system. Cursor Stick and Buttons The cursor stick with its buttons is a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse. A software-controlled scrolling function is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to allow easy Windows or web navigation. LED Status Indicators Status indicator details are described in section 3. 17

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17
Knowing the Parts
2
WARNING!
When opening, do not force the display panel down to the table or else
the hinges may break! Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel!
LED Status Indicators
Status indicator details are described in section 3.
Cursor Stick and Buttons
The cursor stick with its buttons is a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop
mouse. A software-controlled scrolling function is available after setting up the included touchpad
utility to allow easy Windows or web navigation.
Keyboard
The keyboard provides full-sized keys with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can be de-
pressed) and palm rest for both hands. Two Windows™ function keys are provided to help ease naviga-
tion in the Windows™ operating system.
Power Switch
The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Notebook PC and recovering from STD (Save-To-
Disk).
Push
the switch once to turn ON and once to turn OFF the Notebook PC.
Instant Keys
Instant keys allow you to launch frequently used applications with one push of a button. Details pro-
vided later in this manual.
Display Panel
The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix
TFT LCD, which provides excellent viewing like that of desktop monitors. Unlike desktop monitors,
the LCD panel does not produce any radiation or flickering, so it is easier on the eyes.
Display Panel Latch Release
Spring-loaded latch mechanism on the front of the Notebook PC locks the display panel in the closed
position when the Notebook PC is not in use. To open the display panel,
slide the latch release
with
your thumb and lift up the display panel with the same thumb. Slowly tilt the display panel forward or
backward to a comfortable viewing angle.
Audio Speakers
The built-in speaker system allows you to hear audio without additional attachments. The multimedia
sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that produces rich, vibrant sound (results
improved with external stereo headphones or speakers). All audio features are software controlled.