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WinDVD™

Using playlists

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To play a playlist:

1Open the playlist menu by clicking the Playlist button.

See “Using the WinDVD control panel” on page 212 to

locate the playlist button.

Sample Playlist dialog

2Select Open Playlist from the menu.

Sample Open Playlist dialog

3Locate the playlist you wish to open, then click Open.

The Playlist window appears.

4Click Load List to open the saved playlists.

5Browse to the playlist you want to open then click Open

and WinDVD displays the playlist.

Contents

Main Model: Satellite 2455 Series ReWritable CD/DVD Drives Protection of Stored Data Critical Applications FCC Notice NOTE Industry Canada Requirement FCC Requirements Installation Type of Service Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment Wireless Interoperability Caution Wireless LAN and your Health Regulatory Information Canada Industry Canada (IC) Europe EU Declaration of Conformity Page USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation Caution: Radio Frequency Interference Requirements Taiwan Using this equipment in Japan Device Authorization Interference Statement Approved Countries for use CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, Multi-function Drive Safety Instructions Location of the required label Copyright Export Administration Regulation Notice Trademarks Page Contents Introduction ..............................................................27 Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around ........................ 31 Chapter 2: Getting Started......................................... 43 Page Chapter 3: Learning the Basics ................................. 81 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing ................................. 120 Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows XP Operating System.............................. 135 Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options.......................... 165 Page Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities ..................................... 194 Chapter 8: WinDVD................................................ 209 Chapter 9: If Something Goes Wrong ..................... 223 Appendix A: Hot Keys ............................................. 260 Introduction This guide 28 Safety icons Other icons used Other documentation 30 Service options Page Front with the display closed Back Right side Left side Page Front with the display open Page Keyboard indicator lights System indicator panel CD/DVD control buttons Underside Chapter 2 Getting Started Selecting a place to work Creating a computer-friendly environment Keeping yourself comfortable Placement of the computer Seating and posture Lighting Arms and wrists Work habits Precautions Page Setting up your computer Setting up your software Registering your computer with Toshiba Adding external devices Page Page Page Charging the main battery Using the computer for the first time Opening the display panel Turning on the power Activating the power-on password Using the T ouchPad Control buttons Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Installing additional memory (optional) Page Page Page Page Page Removing a memory module Page Checking total memory Connecting an optional Slim SelectBay module Hot swapping an optional Slim SelectBay module Installing and locking an optional Slim SelectBay module Page Removing an optional Slim SelectBay module Inserting an optional hard disk drive into its module Page Connecting a mouse Connecting a printer Connecting a USB printer Connecting a parallel printer Setting up a printer Using the Add Printer Wizard Page Powering off the computer Caring for your computer Cleaning the computer Moving the computer Using a computer lock Page Chapter 3 Learning the Basics Computing tips Page Using the keyboard Character keys Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Function keys Windows special keys Overlay keys Using the numeric keypad overlay Using the cursor control overlay Emulating a full-size keyboard TOSHIBA Console button Starting a program Saving your work Printing your work Using diskettes Inserting and removing diskettes Caring for diskettes Backing up your files Playing a CD or DVD Components CD/DVD and Digital audio modes Inserting a disc Page Page Playing an audio CD Page Playing a DVD Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD Removing a disc with the computer on Removing a disc with the computer off Caring for CDs and DVDs Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive Setting up for communications Connecting the modem to a phone line Connecting your computer to a network Powering down the computer Turn Off or Shut down command Restart command Hibernation command Standby command Using Turn Off or Shut down Page Turning off or shutting down more quickly Page Starting again after Turn Off or Shut down Using Hibernation Enabling the Hibernation command Going into Hibernation mode Going into Hibernation mode more quickly Page Page Starting again from Hibernation Using Standby Going into Standby mode more quickly Page Page Starting again from Standby Toshibas online resources Chapter 4 Mobile Computing Toshibas energy-saver design Running the computer on battery power Battery Notice Power management Charging the battery Page Charging the RTC battery Monitoring battery power Determining remaining battery power Conserving battery power What to do when the battery runs low Setting battery alarms Changing the main battery Removing the battery from the computer Page Installing the battery Taking care of your battery Safety precautions Maximizing battery life Disposing of used batteries safely Traveling tips Page Chapter 5 Getting to Know the Windows XP Operating System Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop Finding your way around the desktop Icons Start button Taskbar System tray Windows Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together Page Page Lesson 3: Learning about the Internet Opening a Web page from a window Lesson 4: Creating a new document Lesson 5: Creating a new folder Lesson 6: Starting programs Page Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows Using the taskbar Minimizing and maximizing windows Resizing and moving windows Page Lesson 8: Closing programs Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts Creating a shortcut to the Calculator Creating a shortcut to the Character Map Page Lesson 10: Changing the screen saver Page Lesson 11: Setting the date and time Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop Page Lesson 13: Using System Restore Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? Windows Page Using the online tours and tutorials Lesson 15: Turning off your computer Page Chapter 6 Exploring Your Options Windows XP special features Personalizing your desktop Customizing the taskbar Bringing the world to your desktop Turning on the Web content interface Adding components to the Web content interface Changing desktop and browsing style Choosing a style Personalizing individual windows Customizing window toolbars Displaying a toolbar in a window Displaying information about each folder Using your computer at the office Setting up for communications Determining the COM port Connecting the modem to a telephone line Setting up a dial-up connection Exchanging data with another computer Transferring files using a parallel port connection Getting started Getting help transferring files Setting up a wireless connection Connecting to the Internet Using a modem An overview of using the Internet The Internet The World Wide Web Internet Service Providers Signing up with an Internet Ser vice Provider Surfing the Internet Internet features Uploading and downloading files on the Internet Exploring video features Connecting a TV to your computer Display settings hot key Exploring audio features Recording sounds Using a microphone Adjusting recording settings Using external speakers or headphones Connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse Changing the display properties setting Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Adjusting the quality of the external display Display limitations Using PC Cards PC Card supporting software Inserting a PC Card Removing a PC Card Hot swapping a PC Card Hot swapping precautions Using SD cards Inserting an SD card Removing an SD card Chapter 7 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Accessibility Fn-esse Starting Fn-esse Assigning a key to a program or document Using the Fn-esse drag-and-drop Using the keyboard or TouchPad Viewing existing key assignments Changing or removing existing key assignments Hotkey utility TOSHIBA Console Customize Your Computer Security Power Management Plugged in section Running on batteries section Creating a new power mode Customizing a power mode TOSHIBA Button Controls Toshiba Hardware Setup Page Page Chapter 8 WinDVD Playing DVDs Page Page Using the WinDVD control panel Using the control panel playback buttons Page Page Page Maximizing the video window Using WinDVD advanced features Using playlists Creating a Playlist Playing a Playlist Page Page Chapter 9 If Something Goes Wrong Problems that are easy to fix Your program stops responding. Your program performs an illegal operation. Problems when you turn on the computer The computer will not start. The computer starts but, when you press a key, nothing happens. The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the diskette drive. The computer displays the The Windows operating system is not working Using Startup options to fix problems Internet problems My Internet connection is very slow. My browser cant find the URL address I typed in. My browser cant find a site I bookmarked. The Windows XP operating system can help you Resolving a hardware conflict A plan of action Resolving hardware conflicts on your own Interrupt Request Channel Direct Memory Access Plug and Play Resolving conflicts Fixing a problem with Device Manager Disabling a device Checking device properties Memory module problems Power and the batteries The AC power light does not come on when you plug in the AC adapter and power cable. The AC adapter and power cable work correctly, but the battery will not charge. The battery appears not to power the computer for as long as it usually does. Keyboard problems The keyboard produces unexpected characters. Display problems The display is blank. The screen does not look right. Disk drive problems You are having trouble accessing a disk, or one or more files appear to be missing. Error-checking Your hard disk seems very slow. Your data files are damaged or corrupted. Some programs run correctly but others do not. A diskette will not go into the external diskette drive. The computer displays the The drive cannot read a diskette. Slim SelectBay problems You cannot remove a module. DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems You cannot access a disc in the drive. You press the disc eject button, but the drive tray does not slide out. WinDVD problems: general issues WinDVD controls are disabled. Playback performance is poor. The Root or Title menu does not open. WinDVD performance decreases after making a system change. Slow playback performance. WinDVD problems: content issues WinDVD will not function properly with debug software installed. WinDVD: error messages Page Page Page Sound system problems You do not hear any sound from the computer. The computer emits a loud, high-pitched noise. PC Card problems Card Information Structure PC Card checklist Resolving PC Card problems The slots appear to be dead. PC Cards that used to work no longer work. Page Printer problems The printer will not print. The printer will not print what you see on the screen. Modem problems The modem will not receive or transmit properly. Develop good computing habits Save your work frequently. On a regular basis, back up the information stored on your hard disk. Read the users guides. If you need further assistance Before you call Contacting Toshiba Toshiba voice contact Other Toshiba Internet Web sites Toshibas worldwide offices Page Page Appendix A Hot Keys Volume Mute Instant password security Without a password With a password Maintaining security when the battery isnt fully charged Power usage mode Standby mode Hibernation mode Display modes Display brightness Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Keyboard hot keys Appendix B Power Cable Connectors Glossary Acronyms Page Terms The following terms may appear in this users guide. A B C D Page E F G H I K L M N O P R S T U W Index A B C D E F H I J K L M N O P Page R S T U V W