10 Users Manual
Using Special Function Keys
The function key activates special functions when it is pressed in combination with
another keys. Table 2 shows the special key combinations.
<Fn> Key
Combinations
Key Name
Key Function
<Esc/
>
Rest
Puts the computer into suspended mode. To escape suspended mode,
press the power button. (p70)
<F2/
>
Gauge
Displays the remaining battery charge (%).
<F4/
>
LCD/CRT
Switches the display between the LCD and external display device
when an external display device is connected. (p67)
<F6/
>
Mute
Turns the audio output on and off.
<F7/ >
S/PDIF
Turns the S/PDIF function on and off.
<F8/ >
3D sound
Extends the spatial sound of the stereo speakers so that the listener
can experience even greater stereophonic sound.
Note. The 3D sound function is only supported through the internal
speaker of the computer and the headphones. This function is not
supported through the S/PDIF port.
Note. When using the 3D function, even if the balance is turned
completely to the left or right, some audio may still be heard through
the other speaker.
Caution. Some distortion may be experienced when the 3D function is
used, depending on the audio source.
<F9/
>
Touchpad
Turns the touchpad function on and off.
Turns S/PDIF on
Turns S/PDIF off
Turns 3D sound on
Turns 3D sound off
Turns Touchpad on
Turns Touchpad off
