User manual GERICOM TS30I3

[. . . ] December 1998 The information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by the manufacturer. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any errors that might appear in this document. The software described in this document is furnished under a license and may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of such license. No responsibility is assumed for the use or reliability of software or equipment that is not supplied by the manufacturer or its affiliated companies. [. . . ] A brief discussion of each key follows. Figure 3-2: Cursor Control and Text Editing Keys 1. [3] and [4] Keys: Pressing either of these keys will move the cursor one 3 4 character at a time in the direction shown on the arrow key. [5] and [6] Keys: Pressing either of these keys will move the cursor one 5 6 line at a time in the direction shown on the arrow key. [Page Up] or [Page Down]: These keys allow you to quickly move the cursor on the screen page by page, or window by window, depending on the software you are using. [Home]: Refer to your application software manual to find out how your software specifically uses the [Home] key to quickly move the cursor to either the beginning of a document or the beginning of a line. 46 Chapter 3: Operation 5. [End]: Refer to your application software manual to find out how to use the End key to quickly move the cursor to the end of a line or to the end of a document. Some applications, however, automatically insert text while within a document, so depending upon the software you are using you may or may not need to use this key. [Delete]: This key is used for editing text at either the DOS command prompt or the text within a document. Pressing the Delete key will remove any characters to the right of the cursor and then pull from the right the remaining typed characters. [Back Space]: While within a document, the Back Space Key allows you to move the cursor to the left and simultaneously erase characters in its path. Note that this is different from the left arrow key, which will not erase any typed characters. The Function Keys Notice the twelve function keys at the top of the keyboard. The functions these keys perform vary with respect to the operating system and software in use. Refer to the appropriate software user's guides for more detailed information for function key definitions. Embedded Numeric Keypad An embedded numeric keypad consists of 15 keys that make number intensive input more convenient. These keys have both numeric and cursor movement functions, which are labeled in blue on the keycaps. When the numeric keypad is engaged, the Num Lock icon will appear in the System Window. While holding down the [Fn] key, press the [F8] key to toggle the numeric keypad on and off. A second way is to temporarily activate the numeric keypad by holding down the [Fn] key when the Num Lock state is on. The numeric keys will be active as long as you hold down the [Fn] key. 47 Notebook User's Guide Figure 3-3: The Embedded Numeric Keypad Hot Keys for System Control The following table lists the hot key functions for the Notebook computer. Key Combinations Definitions [Fn] + [5] [Fn] + [6] [Fn] + [F1] [Fn] + [F2] [Fn] + [F3] [Fn] + [F4] [Fn] + [F5] [Fn] + [F7] [Fn] + [F8] [Fn] + [F12] [Fn] + [S] [Fn] + [R] Increases audio volume output Decreases audio volume output Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Decreases display contrast (not available on TFT color display panels) Increases display contrast (not available on TFT color display panels) Switches among LCD, external monitor, and simultaneous displays Toggles the mute function on and off. Toggles the embedded cursor/numeric keypad on and off Pressing this hot key combination will cause the system to enter Hibernate mode. Pressing this hot key combination will cause the system to enter Standby mode. Pressing this hot key combination will cause the system to Suspend to RAM. 48 Chapter 3: Operation The System Status Window Located above the keyboard, the System Status window informs you of the Notebook's current operating status at a glance. Upon activating a certain function, a symbol or icon corresponding to that function will appear in the system window until you deactivate that feature. [. . . ] Save your work, quit immediately, and replace the batteries or use the AC adapter as a power source. Question: Answer: 104 Appendix A: Troubleshooting Booting Up Question: Answer: When I turn the Notebook on, I can't get an operating system prompt to appear on the screen. Make sure that you have properly installed an operating system on the hard disk. Check that the brightness and contrast controls are properly adjusted. Try using a system floppy diskette to make sure the operating system will load properly. [. . . ]