Configuring Display Features

Samsung NP10FH031K/SEG manual Configuring Display Features, Changing Colour Depth and Resolution

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The following sections describe how to configure the display settings on your computer.

Display Resolution Notes:

When Windows XP is initially installed it will automatically adjust the resolution to maximum available.

Changing Colour Depth and Resolution

To change the colour depth and resolution of your LCD:

1.Click Start > Control Panel > Appearance and Themes.

2.Click icon. The Display Properties window appears.

3.Click the Settings tab. The Settings screen appears.

4.To change the colour depth, click the arrow next to the Colour quality palette and select the available colour depth you want.

5.To change the resolution, click and drag the slider under the Screen resolution until you select the available resolution you want.

6.Click OK.

7.Follow the prompts that appear on the screen.

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Contents

Macrovision Statement Safety Instructions Important Safety InformationSetting Up your System Replacement Parts and Accessories Battery DisposalCare During Use Power Cord Requirements Laser SafetyLaser Safety Note General RequirementsRegulatory Compliance Statements Wireless GuidancePage European Directives European UnionPage Japan Wireless DevicesVcci Statement Prior to setting up your device Manual Documentation Conventions Using Your DocumentationInformation Icons Keyboard ConventionsCD-ROM Device Naming Convention Software User DocumentationTouchpad Conventions Windows ConventionsIntroducing Your Computer Where Everything IsFront Buttons and LEDs Left Side Right SideBack Side Bottom Installing the Battery Using Your Computer for the First TimeTo install the battery pack Attaching the AC Adapter To attach the power cordTo turn on the computer’s power for the first time Adjusting the LCD DisplayTo adjust the LCD Turning On the ComputerPower Button Functions Power OffTurning Off Your Computer To turn off the computer, complete the following stepsTips for Using Your Computer Air Travel Travelling with Your ComputerLocking your Computer If you are travelling by air, follow these tipsStoring the Computer for Long Periods Handling SpillsUsing the Keyboard Using the Numeric Keypad Fn Key Key Name Key Function Combinations Using Special Function KeysUser Defined Buttons Sens Keyboard Default settings for these buttons areTo reprogram the Sens Keyboard, follow the steps below Scroll Button Use Using the TouchpadClick/Tap Process Action Process and CommentAction PS/2 Mouse MenuTo move a window on the desktop, complete the following Drag MoveArea or Multiple item selection System Top Reading the System Status LightsSystem Bottom LED Name FunctionUsing the Modem Connecting to the InternetClick Edit in the Dialing Rules Tab Precautions Before UseClick Properties in the Modems tab section Country SelectionCable Connection Using the LANIf you use a simple terminal program i.e. hyper terminal Modem NotesConfiguring Network Environment To display relative Signal Strength Wireless Connection Factory OptionRegulatory Notice for Channel Use in France Icon Name DescriptionNo networks are displayed Configuring Network EnvironmentCD-ROM R/W drive Using the Flex-BayDVD-ROM drive DVD/CD-RW Combo driveTo swap a device with the power on proceed as follows Swap a Flex-Bay Device Power OnDevice Swap To remove a device with the power off proceed as follows Swap a Flex-Bay Device Power OffUsing the Floppy Disk Drive Using the Disk DrivesUsing the CD/DVD-ROM Drive DVD NotesCD/DVD Drive Warnings CD/DVD PrecautionsInserting the Memory Stick Using the Memory Stick Factory OptionTo insert the memory stick proceed as follows Memory Stick SupportTo see the contents of the Memory Stick Using the Memory StickRemoving the Memory Stick To use the Memory Stick proceed as followsMaintaining PC Cards Working with PC CardsYour computer includes the following PC Card support To maintain your PC Cards, follow these guidelinesTo insert a PC Card into a slot Using PC CardsTo remove a PC Card from your computer Media Player Multi Media Functions/EquipmentPlaying a Audio/Multimedia CD Removing the Audio/Multimedia CDButton Operation MP3/CD Player Factory OptionButtons & display for the MP3/CD Player operate as follows Button Name FunctionPlay an Audio CD Using the MP3/CD PlayerPause/Resume an Audio CD Stop an Audio CDDolby Digital & Home Theater System S/PDIF Port Setting Up Your Home TheaterAfter making all connections, ensure you enable S/PDIF Using the S/PDIF ConnectionEnabling S/PDIF on the DVD Program Using the Keyboard Volume ControlUsing the Volume Control Icon Movie MakerCharging the Battery Using the BatteryFollow these rules for charging your battery Page Installing the Battery Power Meter Monitoring the Battery ChargePower Source Top Right Battery GaugeBattery Level Lower Right Radio Frequency Top LeftBattery Calibration Battery WarningsYou should Calibration NotesStarting System Setup Using System SetupBios Caution Menu FunctionNavigation Key Function Boot Device Priority field enables Changing Booting PriorityUse Right Arrow to select the Advanced Cmos Setup menu Bios Security Using System SecuritySystem Passwords Bios security operations are explained belowCreating a Password If You Forget Your PasswordTo create a password follow the instructions below Use Down Arrow to select Password on bootBiometric Security Factory Option If password use is not desiredAdvantages of Biometric Security are Basic Power Management Schemes Using Power Management OptionsStandby vs. Hibernation Changing DevicesHibernate Mode Power Management or Manual Method Frequent Interruptions If You Reinstall Windows Rest Key Advanced Power Management Schemes Installing/Reinstalling a HDD Using the Hard DriveReInstalling Windows and Device Drivers See the information below before you install your HDDResolution and Colour Depth Video Features and ConfigurationChanging Colour Depth and Resolution Configuring Display FeaturesDisplay Resolution Notes Setting Dual View Mode Using Dual View ModeTo set Dual View mode on your system Select Start Control Panel Appearance and ThemesTV Display Resolution Limitations Changing Colour Depth and Resolution of 2nd MonitorTo reset the system to Single View mode Using Multimonitor ModeTo start using multimonitor mode proceed as follows Start Display propertiesTo stop using multimonitor mode proceed as follows Using PowerplayPowerplay Use Limitations Using Options Memory Modules Before You Install MemoryTo install a memory module Installing a Memory ModuleMemory Module Precautions Wireless LAN Bluetooth/WirelessPort Replicator Windows Setup Bios SetupFIR Fast Infrared Connection FIR Technology LimitationSystem Recovery Precaution TroubleshootingOperating System Problems Questions and AnswersPC Card does not work correctly Is the monitor properly connected to the computer? Video ProblemsModem Problems FAX Problems Windows Application/Driver ReInstallation Reinstalling SoftwareTo reinstall the your Microsoft Windows XP Operating System If the Recovery Menu does not appear, proceed as followsDimension SpecificationsLithium-Ion Smart Battery EnvironmentAbbreviations Pcmcia Glossary CardBus DMA direct memory accessCmos memory COM portAddress Hard driveIRQ interrupt request line LCD liquid-crystal displayResolution RAM random access memoryPC Card PC slotTFT thin film transistor LCD Shadow RAMZoomed video

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