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Dell 5100, 5150 manual Video TV-out connector Video connector

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To connect the computer to a television that has a composite video input only, use a composite TV-out adapter cable. Before you begin, ensure that you have the following cables:

composite TV-out adapter cable

composite video cable

audio cable

1Turn off the computer and the television and/or audio device you want to connect.

2Connect the composite TV-out adapter cable to the S-video TV-out connector on the computer.

S-video TV-out connector

S-video connector

composite video connector

composite TV-out adapter cable

Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia

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Dell 5100, 5150 manual Video TV-out connector Video connector

Contents

Dell Inspiron 5100 Abbreviations and Acronyms Contents Transferring Information to a New Computer Uninterruptible Power SuppliesExternal Keyboard Problems Dell AccessDirect ButtonConnecting to a Network Adapter Connecting a Television to the ComputerConnecting to Wireless Local Area Networks Accessing Help Error MessagesReinstalling Microsoft Windows XP Resolving Other Technical ProblemsIf You Drop or Damage Your Computer Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities104 System and Battery Performance Optimization 124106 108157 Contents General Power Battery EMC Instructions Air TravelWhen Using Your Computer Ergonomic Computing Habits When Working Inside Your ComputerProtecting Against Electrostatic Discharge Battery DisposalWhen Using Your Computer Tour of Your Computer Display latch Front ViewDisplay Keyboard SpeakerKE Y B O a R D ST a T U S LI G H T S Light is flashing Left Side View PC Card slot Audio connectors 2CD or DVD driveRight Side View Battery/battery baySecurity cable slot MO D E M CO N N E C T O R Video connector Network connector AC adapter connector Video TV-out connector Air ventsBack View AC adapter AC adapter connector Connects USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer Bottom View Hard drive Battery latch release Memory module coverModem/Mini PCI Card coverTour of Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer Dell QuickSet Features Adjusting Font and Icon SizesAdjusting Font Sizes Adjusting Icon SizesDouble-Clicking the QuickSet Icon Connecting to the InternetRight-Clicking the QuickSet Icon Click Connect to the Internet Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionClose the Phone and Modems Options window Modem and Internet Connection ProblemsSetting Up Your Computer Printer Cable Setting Up a PrinterConnecting a USB Printer Printer ProblemsUSB connector on computer USB printer On printer CableSurge Protectors Power Protection DevicesLine Conditioners Click Printers and Other HardwareTurning Off Your Computer Uninterruptible Power SuppliesUsing a Batter y Battery Performance Charging the Battery Checking the Battery ChargePower Meter Low-Battery WarningBattery Removing a BatteryStoring a Battery Installing a BatteryBattery and Power Problems If battery life is short If the battery is not chargingUsing the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric Keypad Dell AccessDirect ButtonReprogramming the Button Numeric keypadSystem Functions Keyboard ShortcutsDisplay Functions Speaker Functions Power ManagementMicrosoft Windows Logo Key Functions Touch pad Touch pad buttons Touch PadCustomizing the Touch Pad Touch Pad or Mouse ProblemsUnexpected Characters External Keyboard ProblemsUsing the Keyboard and Touch Pad Using CDs, DVDs, Other Multimedia CD or DVD Problems Using CDs and DVDsIf you cannot play a CD, CD-RW, DVD, or DVD+RW If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding soundIf you have a problem with integrated speakers Sound and Speaker ProblemsIf you have a problem with external speakers Video Connection Connecting a Television to the ComputerVideo cable Audio cable Composite Video Connection Video TV-out connector Video connector ATI Video Controller Enabling the Display Settings for a TelevisionNvidia Video Controller Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Setting Up a Home and Office Network Network Setup Wizard Connecting to a Network AdapterConnecting to Wireless Local Area Networks Network ProblemsDetermining Your Network Type Connecting to a Network in Windows XPInfrastructure Network Networks area Wireless network properties window appearsSetting Up a Home and Office Network Finalizing Your Network Connection Security Settings Click Properties Click Properties Setting Up a Home and Office Network Setting Up a Home and Office Network Setting Up a Home and Office Network Solving Problems See Finding SolutionsSolving Problems Error Messages Accessing HelpIf the display is blank Video and Display ProblemsClick Control Panel Click Add or Remove Programs If the display is difficult to read If only part of the display is readable Scanner ProblemsClick Appearance and Themes If you cannot save a file to a floppy drive Drive ProblemsWrite-protected Back of floppy diskGeneral Program Problems PC Card ProblemsIf you have problems with a hard drive Under Error-checking, click Check Now Click StartError messages appear Resolving Other Technical ProblemsProgram crashes Program stops respondingIf Your Computer Gets Wet If You Drop or Damage Your Computer What Is a Driver?Drivers Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback Reinstalling DriversIdentifying Drivers Click Roll Back Driver Using the Drivers and Utilities CDManually Reinstalling Drivers for Windows XP Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using System RestoreRestoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Creating a Restore PointUndoing the Last System Restore Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XPBefore You Reinstall Enabling System RestorePreparing to Boot From the Operating System CD Reinstalling Windows XPStarting Windows XP Setup Completing the GUI Setup Reinstalling Drivers and Software Completing the Operating System SetupSolving Problems Adding and Replacing Parts Memory Before You Add or Replace PartsCaptive screw 101 Securing clips Memory moduleModem and Mini PCI Card Screw Adding a ModemScrews Adding a Mini PCI CardModem cable Pull-tab Mini PCI card Metal securing tabs 2 Mini PCI card connector105 Hard Drive Mini PCI card connector107 Screws Hard driveReturning a Hard Drive to Dell CD or DVD DriveLever CD or DVD drive Screw KeyboardScrews Keyboard 110 Hinge cover111 112 P e n d i Microprocessor SpecificationsSystem Information PC CardMemory Ports and ConnectorsCommunications 115Audio Video116 117 Display118 119 AC AdapterEnvironmental Physical120 Overview Using the System Setup ProgramSystem Setup Screens Viewing the System Setup ScreensChanging the Boot Sequence Commonly Used Options123 Optimizing Power Consumption and Battery Charge Time System and Battery Performance OptimizationSystem Performance Overview Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsVariable Speed Fan Definition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals Contacting Dell127 128 Colombia China XiamenCosta Rica Czech Republic Prague Website support.euro.dell.com130 Home and Small Business France Paris Montpellier Website support.euro.dell.comCorporate Germany Langen Website support.euro.dell.com132 Italy Milan Website support.euro.dell.com Ireland Cherrywood Website support.euro.dell.comJamaica 133Korea Seoul Japan Kawasaki Website support.jp.dell.com134 Luxembourg Website support.euro.dell.com Latin AmericaMacao Malaysia PenangMontserrat MexicoNetherlands Antilles Netherlands Amsterdam Website support.euro.dell.com137 138 Sweden Upplands Vasby Website support.euro.dell.com Spain Madrid Website support.euro.dell.com139 140 Uruguay Bracknell Website support.euro.dell.com141 Business A. Austin, TexasVirgin Islands VenezuelaRegulatory Notices 144 NOM Information Mexico OnlyWhat is not covered by this limited warranty? What is covered by this limited warranty?Limited Warranties and Return Policy What do I do if I need warranty service? How long does this limited warranty last?What will Dell do? 146May I transfer the limited warranty? What if I purchased a service contract?How will you fix my product? 147148 Total Satisfaction Return Policy U.S. Only149 150 151 Total Satisfaction Return Policy Canada OnlyThird-Party Software and Peripherals Products Dell Software and Peripherals Canada OnlyDell-Branded Peripheral Products Return PolicyExclusions GuaranteeMaking a Claim Limitation and Statutory Rights154 155 Intel’s Three Year Limited WarrantyWhat are Errata? 156157 D ex158 159 See UPS160