Fujitsu LIFEBOOK AH552, Operating Manual

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Working with the notebook
Webcam
Webcam
Depending on the software used, you can use your Webcam to take pictures,
record video clips or take part in web chats.
The WebCam has its own status indicator. The indicator lights up when the WebCam is switched on.
The WebCam is switched on and off using the key combination for the WebCam,
see
"Key combinations", Page 23 .
• The picture quality depends on the lighting conditions and the software being used.
• You can only operate the webcam with a particular application (e.g. an Internet telephony
program or a video conferencing program which supports a webcam).
• When using the webcam the notebook support must not wobble.
• The webcam automatically adjusts itself to the current light level. For this reason
the LCD screen may
fl icker while the light level is adjusted.
Further information on using the webcam and on the additional settings
which are possible for your webcam can be found in the help function
of the program which uses the webcam.
If you would like to perform a function test of your web cam, there is suitable test
software available at
"http://www.fujitsu.com/fts/support/index.html" .
Rechargeable battery
Rechargeablebattery Battery Life,battery Rechargeablebattery Rechargeablebattery
When not plugged into a mains socket, the notebook runs on its built-in battery. You
can increase the life of the battery by caring for the battery properly. The average
battery life is around 500 charge/discharge cycles.
You can extend the battery life by taking advantage of the available energy saving functions.
Charging, caring for and maintaining the battery
Battery Battery
The notebook battery can only be charged, when the ambient temperature
is between 5°C and max. 35°C.
You can charge the battery by connecting the notebook to the mains adapter
(see
"Mains adapter connecting", Page 16 ).
If the battery is running low you will hear a warning alarm. If you do not connect the mains adapter
within
fi ve minutes of the warning alarm described above, your notebook will automatically switch off.
monitoring the battery charging level
Battery Batterystatusmeter
Windows also has a "Battery status meter" in the taskbar for monitoring the battery capacity. When
you place the mouse pointer on the battery symbol, the system displays the battery status.
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