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power is very low, you should replace the backup batteries
as soon as possible.
Power Saving tab
The Power Saving tab enables you to set certain options
that directly affect the life of the main battery:
• Auto-Suspend—Triggers HP Jornada to auto-suspend
operation after a period of continuous idle time. You can
select to auto-suspend while operating on either battery
or AC power, and you can specify the amount of idle
time in minutes.
• Dimming—Dims the display after a period of continu-
ous idle time. You can specify the amount of time in
seconds.
Conserving battery power
Under normal circumstances, the HP Jornada Standard
Battery should provide up to 10 hours of continuous use;
however, certain tasks require more battery power and
deplete the main battery faster. Follow the tips below to
maximize battery life.
• Reduce the brightness of the display. Compensate
for low light by increasing the contrast. (See the
Using
the HP settings application section in this chapter.)
• Shorten auto-suspend time. Use the Power control
panel to set the length of continuous idle time before
your HP Jornada auto-suspends. Press the On/Off key
or click
Suspend on the Start menu to turn off your
HP Jornada when it is not in use, even for a short time.
• Always use AC power when connecting your
HP Jornada to your desktop PC. Note that your
HP Jornada will not auto-suspend while it is connected,
so you must be careful not to allow the batteries to
run down.
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