Itronix GoBook (IX250), User Manual

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APPENDIX C
Glossary
AC adapter The standard charging device shipped with the mobile computer that
supplies power from an AC wall outlet to operate the computer and charge the battery
installed in the unit.
antenna If you have a radio modem installed in your computer, this device sends and
receives radio waves for this modem. For best reception, place the antenna in a vertical
position.
application A program designed for a specific purpose such as solving a particular
business or mathematical problem.
backlight A feature of the computer display that makes information on the screen easier
to read in low-light situations. On a monochrome display, the backlight automatically
turns off after one minute of inactivity. You must manually turn the backlight on by
pressing FN+F1 when you resume. On a color display, the backlight is on whenever the
computer is running. See also “MaxBright.”
battery indicator light The left-most light on the indicator panel, this light illuminates
when the computer is operating on battery power and blinks to let you know the battery
capacity is getting low.
Battery Maintenance application A separate program that allows you to deep cycle
discharge batteries.