User's Manual
THE GRAND TOUR
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Display screen The LCD displays high-contrast text and graphics. The
computer’s LCD consists of up to 1024 x 768 pixels or 1400
x 1050 pixels. Refer to Appendix B.
When the computer operates on the universal AC adaptor
the display screen’s image will be somewhat brighter than
when it operates on battery power. The lower brightness
level is intended to save battery power.
Stereo speakers The speakers emit sound generated by your software as
well as audio alarms, such as low battery condition,
generated by the system.
Power button Press the power button to turn the computer’s power on
and off.
Touch Pad A Touch Pad located in the palm rest is used to control the
on-screen pointer. Refer to the Touch Pad section in
Chapter 4, Operating Basics.
Touch Pad Control buttons below the Touch Pad let you select menu
control buttons items or manipulate text and graphics designated by the
on-screen pointer.
System indicators
CD/DVD DIGITAL DC IN 15V POWER BATTERY DISK CD-ROM/
AUDIO DVD-ROM
DRIVE
Figure 2-7 System indicators
CD/DVD The CD/DVD indicator glows green when the computer is
accessing a CD/DVD. It does not light when the controls
are in lock mode. Use the Mode Control button to lock or
unlock the controls. Refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics,
for details.