User manual MEDION MD 97460

[. . . ] Notes on This Manual Keep these instructions with your computer at all times. The proper set up, use and care can help extend the life of your computer. In the event that you transfer ownership of this computer, please provide these instructions to the new owner. This manual is divided into sections to help you find the information you require. [. . . ] DVD movie versions can be published in several regions but the CSS regulations require that each CSS decipherable system may only be used in one region. Note The decoding software included with your Notebook may be changed for regional DVD decoding up to five times, after which the drive will only play DVD movies for the region setting last entered. Changing the region code after that will require factory resetting which is not covered by warranty. If resetting is desired, shipping and resetting costs will be billed to the user. - 41 UK/ N. IRELAND HELPLINE 1-800-992508 Subjects Concerning the CD/DVD-Rewriter This Section only relates to devices that have been supplied with a CD-RW, a combination drive or a DVD-RW drive. First of all, you receive information on the so-called blank discs. Recordable/Rewriteable Discs Normal Discs are pressed from a digital, glass master and then sealed. In the case of blank disc, the information is burnt onto the disc with the laser of the Rewriter. Therefore these discs are more sensitive than normal discs. Please avoid the following when using recordable/rewriteable discs - especially blanks that have never before been used: · · · radiation by direct sunlight (UVA/UVB) scratches and damage to the disc surface extreme temperatures - 42 UK/ N. IRELAND HELPLINE 1-800-992508 The Sound Card Your notebook has an integrated stereo sound card (on-board) with 16-bit and 3D spatial sound effects (3D). The sound card is compatible with the industry standard Sound Blaster and Microsoft Sound System Version 2. 0. This guarantees optimal support for all popular programs and games. If you wish to alter the base volume, click on the loudspeaker symbol in the task bar. Click on Mixer, in order to open the volume mixer. - 43 UK/ N. IRELAND HELPLINE 1-800-992508 Appendix By using the keys Fn + and Fn + you have the possibility to regulate the volume. Aid Components Handling Safety External Audio Ports The use of the external connections gives you a good opportunity to connect your notebook to external devices. The use of headphones/earphones with a high volume can lead to lasting damage to your hearing. Set the volume to the lowest level before reproducing any sound. Start the sound reproduction and increase the volume to the level that is comfortable for you. Changing the basic settings of the equalizer can also cause damage to the hearing of the listener. It can cause damage to the hearing ability of the listener if a device is operated through earphones with an increased volume for a long period. - 44 UK/ N. IRELAND HELPLINE 1-800-992508 Line In (10) Audio Out / Digital Audio Out (S/P-DIF optical) (11) Microphone In (12) For reception through an external source of sound. For sound reproduction with a surround system for speakers back. For sound reproduction with an external surround decoder via an optical cable (available separately at a specialist shop). [. . . ] 16 VGA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Emergency ejection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 eSATA/USB port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Express Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]