Toshiba X305 Q710 Toshiba User's Guide for Qosmio X305 - Page 73
Directing the display output when you turn on the computer, Apply
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Getting Started 73 Using external display devices ❖ Using the Line Out jack on the side of the computer-This lets you connect directly to powered speakers or a stereo system that supports input from a line out source. You need a cable (not included with your computer) with a 1/8" (3.5mm) stereo plug on one end and plug(s) compatible with your sound system on the other end (typically an RCA type connector) Connecting an external monitor or projector You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you need a larger screen. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to see if you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the external device. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device and activate a screen with display options. 5 Select the settings you desire and click Apply. 6 Click OK. NOTE In the future you can change the display settings by pressing Fn+F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Once you connect an external display device, you can choose to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. NOTE Some modes are only available with the appropriate device attached and turned on. The quickest way to change the display output settings is to use the display hot key (Fn + F5): 1 While holding down Fn, press F5 repeatedly, pausing between each press, until the setting you want takes effect. This hot key cycles through the settings in the following order: ❖ Built-in display only