Parallel printer, External monitor | Toshiba PTA42 specification

Parallel printer

When a Port Replicator is connected to the computer, remove all cables con- nected to the computer.

Please refer to the Advanced Port Replicator III User’s Guide or visit

pcsupport.toshiba.com for more information.

Parallel printer

You can connect any standard Centronics-compatible parallel printer to your computer. All you need is an IBM PC™ parallel printer cable. Your dealer can supply one or you can purchase one at most computer stores.

The cable’s connectors are designed so that it is impossible for you to connect them incorrectly. You can also connect a parallel printer to an optional Advanced Port Replicator. To connect a printer, follow these steps:

1.Turn off the computer.

2.Insert one end of the cable into the computer’s parallel port.

3.Tighten the screws that fasten the cable connector to the computer’s parallel port.

4.Insert the other end of the cable into the printer’s parallel connector.

5.Fasten the connector to the printer with the clips on the parallel port.

6.Turn on the printer.

7.Turn on the computer.

8.Start the Hardware Setup program. Refer to Chapter 7, HW Setup and Pass- words.

9.Select the Parallel/Printer tab from the TOSHIBA HW Setup window.

10.Set the Parallel Port Mode and press OK.

11.Choose Reboot for the change to take effect.

12.Select the printer in Windows Add Print Wizard. To access the Add Print Wizard utility, click Start, point to Settings, click Printers and double click the Add Printer icon.

External monitor

An external analog monitor can be connected to the external monitor port on the computer, Port Replicator. The computer supports VGA and Super VGA video modes. To connect a monitor, follow the steps below.

OPTIONAL DEVICES

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Toshiba PTA42 user manual Parallel printer, External monitor

Contents

Toshiba Tecra A4 Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual Copyright DisclaimerTrademarks Safety Instructions When Using Your ComputerMacrovision License of Notice FCC information FCC notice Declaration of Conformity Informa- tionProduct Name Tecra A4 Model number PTA42 FCC conditions Contact Bsmi Notice Taiwan Only Modem warning notice Conformity StatementNetwork Compatibility Statement Pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part Type of serviceJapan regulations Region selection Disconnection Telephone company proceduresIf problems arise Fax branding Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment Modem warning notice for Australia AT&F AT&W AT%TE=0 ATZPage General conditions Important Notice Following information is only for EU-member states Optical disk drive standards DVD-ROM drive safety instructions Toshiba Samsung SD-C2732 CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive safety instructions Matsushita UJDA770 Toshiba Samsung TS-L462C Hlds GCC-4244N DVD Super Multi +-R Double Layer drive safety instructions Matsushita UJ-841B Teac DV-W28EA Pioneer DVR-K16 Pioneer Corporation Class 1 Laster Product Laserschutzklasse 1 Produkt Page Page Manual contents Preface Icons ConventionsAbbreviations Keys Messages Key operationDisplay Conventions Xxx General Precautions Stress injury Heat injuryPressure or impact damage Central Processing Unit CPU Performance Disclaimer PC card overheatingMobile phone Xxxi Copy Protection Wireless LAN/AtherosNon-applicable Icons HDD Drive Capacity Images Graphics Processing Unit GPU Performance DisclaimerMain Memory Disclaimer LCD Brightness and Eye Strain Table of Contents Introduction Grand Tour Getting Started Operating BasicsXvi Writing CDs on CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive Xvii Power and Power-Up Modes KeyboardXviii HW Setup and Passwords Optional DevicesXix Troubleshooting Hardware and system checklist Appendixes Xxi Glossary IndexXxii Chapter Equipment checklistIntroduction Hardware Windows XP Professional/Home Edition Service Pack Software Processor FeaturesFeatures Memory Disks CD-RW/DVD DVD-R DVD-RW DVD+R DVD+RW DVD-RAM DVD+R DL DVD-R DL CD-DA Power Pointing DevicePorts Slots Multimedia Communications LAN Security Special features Special features Utilities Utilities Toshiba PC Options Dimm Grand Tour Front with the display closed Indicator Left side Left side Right side USB P Orts Back side Back side15V Underside Underside of the computer Underside Front with the display open Toshiba System indicators System indicators Power source/system indicators Keyboard indicator USB diskette drive 10 USB diskette drive Writable discs Optical Media driveRegion codes for DVD drives and media CDs DVDs DVD-ROM driveCD-RW/DVD-ROM drive Formats DVD Super Multi +-R Double Layer drive AC adaptor 11 The AC adaptor Getting Started Setting up your work space Placement of computerGeneral conditions Setting up your work space Seating and posture Lighting Work habits Connecting the AC adaptor Connecting the AC adaptor Turning on the power Opening the display Starting up for the first time Turning off the powerShut Down mode Boot mode Starting up for the first time Hibernation mode Benefits of hibernation Starting Hibernation Data save in hibernation modeTurning off the power Automatic Hibernation Standby mode Benefits of standbyExecuting standby Restarting the computer Standby limitationsRestarting the computer Create Optical Recovery Discs Restoring the preinstalled software from the Recovery HDD Getting Started User’s Manual Using the Touch Pad Operating Basics Using the USB diskette drive Connecting 3 1/2 diskette drive Disconnecting 3 1/2 diskette drive Using the USB diskette driveClick Diskette drive Using optical media drives Loading discs Using optical media drives Manual release with the eject hole Lay the CD/DVD, label side up, in the drawer Removing discs Closing the DVD-ROM drawer Writing CDs on CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive Important message CD-RW/DVD-ROM driveBefore writing or rewriting Writing CDs on CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation When writing or rewriting Disclaimer CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi +-R Double Layer drive Important message DVD Super Multi +-R Dou- ble Layer drive Victor Company of JAPAN, Limited When writing or rewriting Disclaimer DVD Super Multi +-R Double Layer drive RecordNow! Basic for Toshiba Data Verification Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi +-R Double Layer drive When using WinDVD Creator 2 Platinum DLA for ToshibaVideo How to make a DVD-Video How to learn more about InterVideo WinDVD CreatorImportant information for use User’s Manual Media care Using the microphone CD/DVDsDiskettes Modem Region selection Setting AutoRun ModeProperties menu Dialing Properties ConnectingModem Selection Location list for region selection Disconnecting Wireless communications Wireless LANSecurity Worldwide operation Bluetooth wireless technologyWireless communication switch Radio links Wireless communication Indicator Connecting LAN cableIndicator status Indication Disconnecting LAN cable LAN Jack Cleaning the computer Cleaning the computerMoving the computer Maximum BatteryHeat dispersal Optimized Keyboard Typewriter keys F1 ... F12 function keys Soft keys Fn key combinationsEmulating keys on enhanced keyboard Hotkeys Soft keys Fn key combinations User’s Manual Soft keys Fn key combinations User’s Manual Fn Sticky key Windows special keysKeypad overlay Turning on the overlays Arrow mode Numeric modeTemporarily using normal keyboard overlay on Temporarily changing modes Temporarily using overlay overlay offGenerating Ascii characters Generating Ascii characters User’s Manual Power and Power-Up Modes Power conditions Power conditions DC in indicator Power indicatorsBattery indicator Power indicators Battery types Power indicatorBattery Safety precautions Care and use of the battery packReal time clock battery Care and use of the battery pack User’s Manual Care and use of the battery pack Charging the batteries Charging time hours Battery type Power on Power off ProceduresBattery charging notice Time Monitoring battery capacity Maximizing battery operating time Retaining data with power off Extending battery life Replacing the battery pack Removing the battery packReplacing the battery pack Slide the locking latch to the unlocked position Starting the computer by password Installing the battery packStarting the computer by password Windows utilities Power-up modesPanel power on/off System Auto Off HW Setup and Passwords HW SetupAccessing HW Setup HW Setup window PasswordGeneral HW Setup Verify Password Parallel/Printer Display CPU Boot Priority Boot Priority Options Enter Left Alt Keyboard Wake-up on Keyboard Cards/memory Power devicesOptional Devices Peripheral devices Installing a PC card PC cards Removing a PC card PC cards Installing an Express card Express Card Removing an Express card Express Card Installing a SD/MS/MS Pro/SM/MMC/xD card Multiple Digital Media Card SlotSee below for the card capacities Removing a SD/MS/MS Pro/SM/MMC/xD card Multiple Digital Media Card Slot Installing memory module Memory expansion Memory expansion Removing the cover Removing memory module Removing the memory module Additional AC adaptor Additional battery pack 12 Cell and 6 CellAdditional battery pack 12 Cell and 6 Cell USB FDD Kit Connecting the Advanced Port Replicator Parallel printer External monitorParallel printer User’s Manual Television Link IEEE1394Television Precautions Security lock Security lockPoint to i.LINK IEEE1394 device and click User’s Manual Troubleshooting Problem solving processPreliminary checklist Analyzing the problem Hardware and system checklist Hardware and system checklistSystem start-up Self test Toshiba Battery Overheating power downAC power ProblemProcedure Problem Procedure Password LCD panel Hard disk drive For more information, refer to , Operating Basics CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive Hardware and system checklist DVD Super Multi +-R Double Layer drive Diskette drive Infrared port Printer Touch Pad Click the Pointer Option tab USB mouse PC card Click the Pointer Options tab SD/MS/SM/MMC/xD card Monitor TV output signal Sound system USB Modem Standby/Hibernation No Carrier LAN Bluetooth Link IEEE1394 Toshiba support Before you callToshiba support Where to write Europe Germany & Austria Appendix C Appendix aAppendix B Appendix D User’s Manual Power Requirements SpecificationsPhysical Dimensions Appendix a Built-in Modem Network control unit NCU Display Controller and Modes Display controllerAppendix B Video Modes Table Video Modes Appendix C AT CommandsRepeat last command +++ Escape sequence Answer command Bn Communication standard settingDn Dial Request ID information En Echo commandHn Hook control Appendix C Ln Monitor speaker volume Mn Monitor speaker modeNn Modulation handshake On Return on-line to data mode Select pulse dialingQn Result code control Select tone dialing Vn DCE response formatXn Result code selection, call progress monitoring Zn Recall stored profile Dial tone detectBusy tone detect Cn Data Carrier Detect DCD control Load factory settings Dn DTR control Kn Local flow control selection Tn Self-test commandsGn V.22bis guard tone control Pn Select Pulse Dial Make/Break Ratio WW Display Current Configuration Store current configurationZn=xStore telephone number \Nn Error control mode selection \Qn Local flow control selection \Vn Protocol result code View numbers in blacklistCn Data compression control Appendix D RegistersRegister values RATSn? S1 Ring counter S3 Command line termination character user definedS0 Auto answer ring number S2 AT escape character user defined S6 Wait before dialing S5 Command line editing character user definedS4 Response formatting character user defined Appendix D S11 Dtmf dialing speed S7 Connection completion time-outS8 Comma pause time S12 Escape guard time S37 Dial line rate AT command set result codes Result code summary Result Code Numeric Description Result Code Numeric Description User’s Manual Appendix E 90/V.92 mode90/V.92 Function Transmission speed Table E-1 Result codes for a V.90 connection AT Command Appendix E User’s Manual Installing the modem board Internal Modem GuideAppendix F Removing the modem board Radio characteristics Wireless LANCard specifications Appendix G Wireless Ieee 802.11 Channels Sets Revision B and G Supported frequency sub-bands Card specifications Wireless Ieee 802.11 Channels Sets 11G Turbo ModeWireless Ieee 802.11 Channels Sets Revision a Wireless Channels Sets Turbo Mode AC Power Cord Connectors Appendix H United Kingdom Parts Numbers Appendix Configurations HDD Glossary Glossary-1 AccuPoint Glossary-2 Byte Glossary-3 Cache memory Glossary-4 Delete Glossary-5 Device driver Glossary-6 Host computer Glossary-7 Hot dock/undock Glossary-8 Modem Glossary-9 Monitor Glossary-10 RAM Glossary-11 Restart Glossary-12 Write protection Glossary-13 Glossary-14 Index Index-1 Index-2 Index-3 Index-4 Index-5 Index-6