Samsung NP20FP0048/SEF manual Configuring Display Features, Changing Colour Depth and Resolution

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Configuring Display Features

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 Important Safety Information Safety InstructionsSetting Up your System Battery Disposal Replacement Parts and AccessoriesCare During Use Laser Safety Power Cord RequirementsLaser Safety Note General RequirementsWireless Guidance Regulatory Compliance StatementsPage European Union European DirectivesPage Using Your Documentation Manual Documentation ConventionsInformation Icons Keyboard ConventionsSoftware User Documentation CD-ROM Device Naming ConventionTouchpad Conventions Windows ConventionsWhere Everything Is Introducing Your ComputerFront Buttons and LEDs Right SideLeft Side Fan Vent Battery Latch Back SideBottom CompartmentUsing Your Computer for the First Time Installing the BatteryTo install the battery pack To attach the power cord Attaching the AC AdapterAdjusting the LCD Display To turn on the computer’s power for the first timeTo adjust the LCD Turning On the ComputerPower Off Power Button FunctionsTurning Off Your Computer To turn off the computer, complete the following stepsTips for Using Your Computer Travelling with Your Computer Air TravelLocking your Computer If you are travelling by air, follow these tipsHandling Spills Storing the Computer for Long PeriodsUsing the Keyboard Using the Numeric Keypad Using Special Function Keys Fn Key Key Name Key Function CombinationsDefault settings for these buttons are User Defined Buttons Sens KeyboardTo reprogram the Sens Keyboard, follow the steps below Using the Touchpad Action Process and CommentPS/2 Mouse Menu ActionDrag Move To move a window on the desktop, complete the followingArea or Multiple item selection Reading the System Status Lights Name FunctionConnecting to the Internet Using the ModemPrecautions Before Use Click Edit in the Dialing Rules TabClick Properties in the Modems tab section If you use a simple terminal program i.e. hyper terminalUsing the LAN Cable ConnectionModem Notes Network ProtocolsConfiguring Wired Network Environment Wireless Connection Factory Option To display relative Signal StrengthNetwork Settings Regulatory Notice for Channel Use in FranceConfigure the Wireless Network Adapter as follows No networks are displayedUsing the Disk Drives Using the Floppy Disk DriveUsing the CD/DVD-ROM Drive DVD NotesCD/DVD Precautions Using PC Cards Working with PC CardsMaintaining PC Cards To remove a PC Card from your computer Multi Media Functions/Equipment Media PlayerPlaying a Audio/Multimedia CD Removing the Audio/Multimedia CDSetting Up Your Home Theater Dolby Digital & Home Theater System S/PDIF PortUsing the S/PDIF Connection After making all connections, ensure you enable S/PDIFClick Options Advanced Controls Operating systems other than Windows XPEnabling S/PDIF on the DVD Program Volume Control Using the KeyboardUsing the Volume Control Icon Movie MakerUsing the Battery Charging the BatteryFollow these rules for charging your battery Safely Using the Battery Removing the BatteryFollow these guidelines to safely use the battery To remove the battery from the computerMonitoring the Battery Charge Battery Warnings Power MeterYou should Using System Setup Starting System SetupBios Caution Menu FunctionNavigation Key Function Changing Booting Priority Boot Device Priority field enablesUsing System Security System PasswordsIf You Forget Your Password Creating a PasswordIf password use is not desired Using Power Management Options Basic Power Management SchemesStandby vs. Hibernation Changing DevicesHibernate Mode Power Management or Manual Method If You Reinstall Windows Frequent InterruptionsStandby Key Advanced Power Management Schemes Using the Hard Drive Removing the Hard DriveTo remove the hard drive from the computer Installing a Hard Drive ReInstalling Windows and Device DriversTo install a hard drive Video Features and Configuration Resolution and Colour DepthConfiguring Display Features Changing Colour Depth and ResolutionDisplay Resolution Notes Using Multi-Monitor Mode Using Multi-Monitor ModeTo start using Multi-Monitor mode proceed as follows To stop using multi-monitor mode proceed as followsUsing Options Authorised Reseller OptionsFactory Options Wireless LAN Before You Install MemoryMemory Modules Installing a Memory Module To install a memory moduleKeyboard Removal Memory Module Cover Keyboard Ribbon Cable Memory Module Precautions Troubleshooting System Recovery PrecautionQuestions and Answers Operating System ProblemsVideo Problems Case 1 Dual Display mode Case 2 LCD Only Display modeSelect Graphics Options Panel Fit Enable Select Graphics Options Panel Fit DisableModem Problems To correct this problem do the followingSelect Graphics Options Graphics Settings FAX Problems Reinstalling Software Windows Application/Driver ReInstallationTo reinstall the your Microsoft Windows XP Operating System If the Recovery Menu does not appear, proceed as followsSpecifications DimensionLithium-Ion Smart Battery EnvironmentAbbreviations Pcmcia Glossary DMA direct memory access CardBusCmos memory COM portHard drive AddressIRQ interrupt request line LCD liquid-crystal displayRAM random access memory ResolutionPC Card PC slotShadow RAM TFT thin film transistor LCDZoomed video

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