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TravelMate 4000M
Notebook Computer
User's Guide
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Copyright (©) 1995 Texas Instruments Incorporated All Rights Reserved - Printed in U.S.A. TravelMate 4000M Series Notebook User's Guide TI Part No. 9792541-0001 Original Issue: April 1994 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual. Record the serial number, purchase date, and model number in the spaces provided below. The serial number and model number are recorded on the label affixed to the case.
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Contents Preface Chapter 1 Operating the Computer Before You Begin ........................................................................................ 1-3 Operating Guidelines.................................................................................... 1-4 Using the AC Adapter .................................................................................. 1-8 Starting the Computer ................................................................................ 1-10 Brightness and
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Contents Getting Online Help ..................................................................................... 3-3 Guidelines for Installing Applications .......................................................... 3-4 Custom Windows Utilities............................................................................ 3-6 Using a Password ......................................................................................... 3-8 Using Sound....................................................
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FCC Notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This device generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions. may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interfere
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Use Conditions This part complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Notice: Canadian Users This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Comm
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Preface This manual describes features of the Texas Instruments TravelMate 4000M™ notebook computers. The TravelMate 4000™ series computers are similar in appearance and incorporate such features as PCMCIA, internal pointing device, and SCSI connections. However, it is also an ideal solution for multi-media applications. Some applications for multi-media include: Creating animated presentations Producing, copying, and synthesizing music Training/Teaching aid Advertising Service The
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Preface This manual should answer most of the questions you have about the day-to-day operation of your TravelMate 4000M notebook computer. Use the Quick Start instructions that came with your computer to get your computer running for the first time. Use the online User’s Reference Manual to answer questions about your computer that are not answered in this manual. Use the MS-DOS® User's Guide and Reference for information about the operating system. Use the Microsoft® Windows- User's Guide for
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1 Operating the Computer Before reading this chapter you should have prepared your computer according to procedures in the Quick Start instructions. This chapter describes the essential operations of your TravelMate 4000M computer. Contents Before You Begin ........................................................................................ 1-3 Operating Guidelines.................................................................................... 1-4 Features................................
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Contents Using the Keyboard.................................................................................... 1-27 Single Keys ......................................................................................... 1-27 Labeled Combination Keys ................................................................. 1-27 Unlabeled Combination Keys.............................................................. 1-27 NumLk On .............................................................................
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Before You Begin You should create your back up system diskettes as soon as possible after purchasing your notebook. To create backup system diskettes, complete the following steps: 1. Ensure that you have 17 (for U.S.A.) or 18 (all other countries) high density, 1.4 MB, 3.5" diskettes. 2. Boot your system. System startup begins. A DOS Startup Menu appears- 3. Select option 5, System Maintenance and Backup. The system backup menu is displayed. You can select files from the left column to back
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Operating Guidelines Features The following table displays TravelMate 4000M standard features: 4MB memory with 60 ns DRAM Monochrome, advanced color, active matrix color monitors 1 MB Video RAM Fast video with graphics accelerator Can handle the following external monitor 640x480x256 (non-interlaced) 800x600x256 (non-interlaced) 1024x768x256 (non-interlaced) 1280x1024x16 (interlaced) 3.5", 1.44 MB floppy disk drive High capacity hard drives Two PCMCIA slots to handle one
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Operating Guidelines PS/2 port for external keyboard, numeric keypad, or mouse 16 bit Sound Internal pointing device Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) battery MIDI/Joystick port Multi-media software Environment This section provides information on the optimum operating environment for your TravelMate 4000M notebook computer: Temperature Operating: 50° to 95° F (10° C to 35° C) Storage: -4° to 140° F (-20° C to +60° C) Relative Humidity (Noncondensing) Operating: 20% to 80% Storage: 10% to
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Operating Guidelines Usage Never pick up or carry your unit by the LCD. Never use the computer in harsh environments where it could be subjected to rapid temperature changes and excessive dust. Never expose the computer to excessive vibration. Never expose the hard disk or floppies to strong magnetic fields, such as those generated by audio system speakers or telephone handsets. Be sure the wall outlet supplies the voltage required by the AC Adapter. Check the labels on the bottom of
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Operating Guidelines Caution: In the rare event that you should see or smell anything that indicates overheating (smoke or a strange smell): 1. Turn the power to the off ([u]) position. 2. Disconnect the AC Adapter from the power source. 3. Contact your Texas Instruments dealer. 1-7
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Using the AC Adapter AC Adapter AC Charges the internal battery pack(s) and Adapter operates the computer on AC power whether or not a battery pack is installed. Caution: Use only the AC Adapter supplied with your computer. Another adapter may damage your computer. Connecting the AC Adapter 1. Set the power switch to the off ([u]) position, or press Standby to put the computer into standby mode. Connect the female connector of the AC cord to the inlet on the AC 2. Adapter. 1-8
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Using the AC Adapter 3. Plug the DC connector into the matching jack on the left rear panel of the computer. 4. Plug the male end of the AC cord into a wall receptacle using the correct voltage. 1-9
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Starting the Computer Power switch Power Turns the computer on and off for both AC and battery operation. With the powerswitch in the off position, switch the battery continues to charge; however, all computer functions cease, and any data in RAM IS lost. 1-10
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Brightness and Contrast Brightness and Contrast Contrast Adjusts the contrast, light to dark, of the Control screen (not available on TFT models). Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the illuminated Control screen. The brighter the screen, the more power is used during battery operation. 1-11
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Using LED Indicators There are several LED indicators on the TravelMate 4000M notebook computer. These indicators reflect the status of certain functions as you are using the system. This section discusses LED indicators for the TravelMate 4000M in further detail. LEDs for the TravelMate 4000M Power Lights green when power Is turned on to Indicator the notebook computer. If the standby (PWR) button is pressed, the PWR LED turns amber to indicate standby mode. Battery Amber - indicates internal
