Using the Web Camera, Using the software | Toshiba U400 guide

Operating Basics

Using the Web Camera

This section describes the bundled webcam utility, which can capture still and video images. The web camera will auto-run when Windows starts.

Please unstick the protective plastic-film before using the Web Camera.

Built-in microphone *

Web Camera Lens *

Web Camera LED *

* Provided with some models

Using the software

The web camera software is pre-configured to start when you turn on Windows Vista; if you need to restart it go to Start All Programs Camera Assistant Software Camera Assistant Software.

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Toshiba U400 user manual Using the Web Camera, Using the software

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Toshiba Disclaimer Copyright Trademarks Safety Instructions When Using Your Computer FCC notice Declaration of Conformity Information FCC informationFCC conditions Contact Bsmi notice Taiwan only EU Declaration of Conformity Network Compatibility Statement Modem warning noticeConformity Statement Japan regulations Type of serviceRegion selection Redial If problems arise Telephone company proceduresDisconnection Fax branding Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment AT+GCI=09 Modem warning notice for Australia Xii User’s Manual User’s Manual Xiii General conditions EnergyStar Program Following information is only for EU-member states DVD Super Multi UJ-862E/UJ-862A Optical disc drive safety instructionsPanasonic DVD Super Multi GSA-U20N/GSA-U20F Hitach-LG Data Storage International Precautions Xviii User’s Manual Important Notice User’s Manual Stress injury General PrecautionsCreating a computer-friendly environment Pressure or impact damage Heat injuryExpressCard overheating Mobile phones Table of Contents Getting Started Using the microphone LAN Modem Keyboard ExpressCard Slot Accessing HW Setup -1 HW Setup Window Xxviii User’s Manual Preface Manual contents Abbreviations ConventionsIcons Keys Display Key operationMessages Terminology Preface Xxxii User’s Manual Hardware Equipment checklistIntroduction Documentation SoftwareMicrosoft Windows Vista Memory FeaturesProcessor Disks Power DVD-R DVD-RW DVD+R DVD+RW DVD-RAM DVD+R DL DVD-R DL CD-DA Display Ports KeyboardPointing Device Communications SlotsMultimedia Security Special features Toshiba Value Added Package Low BatteryAutomatic Protection Utilities and Applications Toshiba Hardware Settings HW SetupPower On Password Password utility DVD Player, then click Toshiba DVD Player FingerPrint utilityToshiba Disc Creator Click ConfigFree Toshiba ConfigFreePrograms , Toshiba , Networking and then Toshiba Face Options Introduction User’s Manual Front with the display closed Grand Tour Wireless Activity Volume DialPower LED Battery LED Cooling Vents Left side Right side LAN Jack BacksideModem Jack FM Antenna Jack Underside Speakers Front with the display openDisplay Screen Web Camera LED Built-in microphone Power ButtonMute Button CD/ DVD Button Region codes for DVD drive and media Optical Disc DriveWritable discs Code Region DVD Super Multi drive CDsDVDs AC adaptor Slim size remote controller Remote controllerCD/DVD button Brightness down Control panel ÆSystem and Maintenance Æ PowerPower Options ÆChoose what the Power Volume + Operational range of the remote controller Using the remote controller Operational range of the remote controller Type of battery that can be used for the remote controller Installing/Removing batteries Replacing the batteries Installing the batteries Remove a slim size remote controller Placing slim size remote controllerInserting a slim size remote controller Getting Started Installing the battery pack Connecting the AC adaptor Opening the display Windows Vista setup Turning on the power Sleep Mode Turning off the powerShut Down mode Boot mode Entering Sleep Mode Benefits of Sleep Mode Sleep Mode limitations Hibernation ModeBenefits of Hibernation Mode Starting Hibernation Mode Restarting the computer Automatic Hibernation ModeData saving in Hibernation Mode System Recovery Options System Recovery OptionsCreate Optical Recovery Discs Restoring the preinstalled software from the Recovery HDD Restoring the preinstalled software from Recovery Media Operating Basics Using the TouchPad Scroll Using the fingerprint sensorDrag and drop How to swipe the finger Points to note about the fingerprint sensor Click Delete All Fingerprints How to delete the fingerprint dataFingerprint sensor limitations Fingerprint registration Set up procedurePoints to note about the fingerprint utility Fingerprint system boot authentication Windows logon via fingerprint authenticationFingerprint authentication procedure General Click settings Fingerprint Single Sign-On feature Fingerprint utility limitations How to enable fingerprint Single Sign-On featureUSB Sleep and Charge function How to enable/disable USB sleep and charge function Using the software Using the Web Camera Video Recording Capture Still ImagesAudio Recording Function Using the Toshiba Face Recognition Using the microphoneSettings Help Utilities Toshiba Face Recognition How to register the Face Recognition DataDisclaimer How to Delete the Face Recognition Data Auto Mode Login screen How to launch the help fileWindows Logon via Toshiba Face Recognition Utilities Toshiba Face Recognition Help Mode Login screen Using the optical disc drive Loading discs Grasp the drawer gently and pull until it is fully opened Closing the disc drawer Removing discs Before writing or rewriting Writing CD/DVD with the DVD Super Multi driveImportant message DVD Super Multi drive Operating Basics Operating Basics Disclaimer DVD Super Multi drive When writing or rewriting Toshiba Disc Creator How to make a Labelflash DVD When Using Ulead DVD MovieFactory for ToshibaHow to make a DVD-Video Click Labelflash setting and choose Draw Quality Important information for use How to learn more about Ulead DVD MovieFactory CD/DVDs Media care Modem Connecting SettingsProperties menu Modem Selection Disconnecting Wireless communications Using the FM tuner Security Wireless LAN Product Support Wireless communication switchWireless activity LED Indicator status Indication Connecting LAN cableControl Panel, click System and Maintenance LAN cable types Disconnecting LAN cable Cleaning the computer Moving the computer Using the Hard Disk Drive HDD Protection Toshiba HDD Protection Properties Toshiba HDD Protection is disabledTaskbar Icon HDD Protection 3D Viewer DetailsDetection Level Amplification Toshiba HDD Protection Message Typewriter keys Keyboard Emulating keys on enhanced keyboard F1 ... F12 function keysSoft keys Fn key combinations Hot keys Keyboard Fn Sticky key Depends on the model you purchased Windows special keys Turning on the overlays Numeric modeKeypad overlay Generating Ascii characters Temporarily using normal keyboard overlay on Keyboard User’s Manual Power conditions Power and Power-Up ModesAdaptor Connected Battery indicator Power indicators Power indicator Battery typesBattery pack Blinking orange If the following message is displayed on the LCD Real Time Clock battery Power and Power-Up Modes Safety precautions Care and use of the battery pack Power and Power-Up Modes Charging the batteries Procedures Time Battery charging noticeBattery type Power on Power off Maximizing battery operating time Monitoring battery capacity 3cell, 6cell, 9cell Retaining data with power offExtending battery life Removing the battery pack Replacing the battery pack Installing the battery pack Starting the computer by password Panel power off/on Power-up modesSystem Auto Off Hot keys HW Setup Window HW SetupAccessing HW Setup Boot Priority Password Disabled Enabled HW Setup User’s Manual Optional Devices Power devicesCards/memory Peripheral devices Inserting an ExpressCard ExpressCard Slot Removing an ExpressCard Card Type Capacities SD/SDHC/MMC/MEMORY Stick / Memory Stick PRO/xD Memory cards Removing a memory card Installing a memory card Memory card care Memory expansion Installing a memory module Removing the memory module cover Removing a memory module Points to note about memory module error Additional AC adaptor Additional battery pack Hdmi External monitor Link IEEE1394 Setting for display video on HdmiSettings for audio on Hdmi Precautions Point to i.LINK IEEE1394 device and click Connecting an eSATA deviceESATA External Serial ATA Security lock Disconnecting an eSATA device Optional Devices User’s Manual Problem solving process Troubleshooting Analyzing the problem Preliminary checklist System start-up Hardware and system checklist Self test PowerOverheating power down Problem Procedure AC powerBattery Disposing of PC and PC batteries Keyboard Real Time Clock Hard disk drive LCD panel ProblemProcedure Recovery Discs DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R TouchPad Pointing device USB mouse USB USB Sleep and Charge function Sound system Memory expansion Modem Monitor LAN ExpressCard Fingerprint Sensor Before you call Where to writeToshiba support India Rest of Europe Outside of Europe Singapore SpainUnited States of America United Kingdom Troubleshooting User’s Manual Power Requirements SpecificationsEnvironmental Requirements Built-in Modem System Communication specificationsProtocol Speed Power supply Impedance Error correctingTransmitting level Receiving level Specifications User’s Manual Display controller Display Controller Display Controller User’s Manual Card Specifications Wireless LAN Frequency Radio CharacteristicsModulation Technique Channel ID Supported Frequency Sub-bands2457 2467 Wireless LAN User’s Manual Europe AC Power Cord and ConnectorsCertification agencies USA and Canada United Kingdom Non-applicable Icons Legal Footnotes Memory Main System Graphics Processor Unit GPU Battery LifeHard Disk Drive HDD Capacity Images Wireless LANCopy Protection Abbreviations Glossary Glossary Ascii Glossary-4 User’s Manual Glossary-5 Glossary-6 User’s Manual Glossary-7 Glossary-8 User’s Manual Glossary-9 Glossary-10 User’s Manual Glossary-11 Glossary-12 User’s Manual Glossary-13 Glossary Glossary-14 User’s Manual Index Index Index-3 Index Index-4 User’s Manual