Toshiba NB550D - Manual (Page 73)

When "Sleep and Music" is enabled, it is possible to play sound from
the computer’s speaker by connecting an audio cable to the
Microphone jack. Using this feature discharges the computer’s battery.
Therefore, it is recommended that the computer be connected to an
external power source via the AC Adaptor.
When using the "Sleep and Music" feature, connect the computer and
Audio device with an audio cable.
When using the "Sleep and Music" feature, the volume level can not
be changed from the computer.
The volume adjustment and mute setting might be different between
Windows mode and "Sleep and Music" mode. Before connecting the
audio device to the computer, turn down the volume of the audio
device. Sound quality may also be different.
Use the "Sleep and Music" feature with the display open.
Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility
To start the utility, click Start -> All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Utilities ->
Sleep Utility.
Enabling Sleep and Charge
This utility can be used to enable and disable the Sleep and Charge
function.
Select the Enable Sleep and Charge check box to enable this function for
the compatible USB ports. The default state is disabled.
Power supply mode settings
Your PC has multiple charging modes so that many different USB devices
can be supported for Sleep and Charge function. Typical Mode (Default) is
suitable for a wide range of digital audio players.
However, determining which mode is suitable for your USB device is
unknown without trying. Try each mode, using the following procedure,
from Typical Mode to Alternate Mode(*1) to find the suitable mode for
your USB device to charge.
This function may not be able to be used with some connected external
devices even if the appropriate mode is selected. In this situation, clear the
"Enable Sleep and Charge" check box and stop using this function.
*1. Some computers may not support all modes.
Enabling Sleep and Music
You can enable Sleep and Music by selecting the "Enable Sleep and
Music" check box and clicking the Apply button.
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