Toshiba SATELLITE A500 - Manual (Page 170)

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A500/A500D series
REGZA Link (PC Control)
HDMI out port can connect with Type A connector HDMI cable.
One HDMI cable can send and receive video, audio and control
signals.HDMI-CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) is a standard in the CE
Industry which allows devices to work together over an HDMI cable.
By connecting a TV player which supports HDMI Control to this port, the
remote control for the connected TV can be used to operate some of the
computer functions.
Using REGZA Link (PC Control)
Toshiba notebooks with REGZA Link include a Toshiba utility dedicated to
take advantage of its capabilities which can allow you to:
■ Use the TV remote control to output the computer screen onto the TV
screen.
■ Use the TV remote control to launch, operate and close applications on
your computer.
■ Turn on the TV when the HDMI output is selected using the Fn + F5 key.
■ Switch the video output (HDMI or LCD) when executing certain desktop
icons.
■ Enable/Disable the REGZA Link function on the computer.
DisplayPort
An external monitor or audio/visual devices can be connected to the
DisplayPort on the computer, much like the HDMI port. To connect a device
using DisplayPort, follow the steps below.
1. Turn the computer off.
2. Use a DisplayPort cable (not supplied) to connect the device.
Figure 8-11 Connecting a DisplayPort device
3. Turn the device on.
4. Turn the computer on.
Some models are equipped with a DisplayPort.