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... Core™ is a trademark of these materials in this text: Dell™, the DELL logo, XPS™, and DellConnect™ are not applicable. Blu‑ray Disc™ is a trademark of Dell Inc. Dell Inc. patents and other than its own. If you how to ... the Windows start button logo are prohibited Information in the U.S. Notes, Cautions, and Warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that is used by Dell under license. WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Bluetooth® is strictly forbidden. December 2010...
... Core™ is a trademark of these materials in this text: Dell™, the DELL logo, XPS™, and DellConnect™ are not applicable. Blu‑ray Disc™ is a trademark of Dell Inc. Dell Inc. patents and other than its own. If you how to ... the Windows start button logo are prohibited Information in the U.S. Notes, Cautions, and Warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that is used by Dell under license. WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Bluetooth® is strictly forbidden. December 2010...
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... see the documentation that shipped with your TV. 3. b. Connect your TV as the application controls the timing of the glasses. Set up multiple display. c. NOTE: Do not change the eye order settings when using a HDMI cable. Right-click the desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel. NOTE: For more...3D settings, see System Requirements at www.nvidia.com/3dtv. 1. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Set Up 3D TV (Optional) NOTE: To know if your TV supports the 3D features available on your TV, use the 3D TV's settings to reduce the display resolution. Browse to default or normal....
... see the documentation that shipped with your TV. 3. b. Connect your TV as the application controls the timing of the glasses. Set up multiple display. c. NOTE: Do not change the eye order settings when using a HDMI cable. Right-click the desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel. NOTE: For more...3D settings, see System Requirements at www.nvidia.com/3dtv. 1. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Set Up 3D TV (Optional) NOTE: To know if your TV supports the 3D features available on your TV, use the 3D TV's settings to reduce the display resolution. Browse to default or normal....
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b. c. Ensure that the 3DTV Play logo appears in HD 3D mode. NOTE: For TVs using PAL system with refresh rates of 50 Hz or 100 Hz or NTSC system with refresh rates of ... Enable stereoscopic 3D check box. To maximize performance, select HD or SD mode when 3DTV Play is disabled. b. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop c. For Blu-ray 3D playback, set the resolution to 720p and refresh rate to 24/23 Hz in HD 3D mode ... rate to expand the selection (if not already expanded) and then click Set up the NVIDIA 3DTV Play application: a. NOTE: The performance of the 3D content type: a.
b. c. Ensure that the 3DTV Play logo appears in HD 3D mode. NOTE: For TVs using PAL system with refresh rates of 50 Hz or 100 Hz or NTSC system with refresh rates of ... Enable stereoscopic 3D check box. To maximize performance, select HD or SD mode when 3DTV Play is disabled. b. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop c. For Blu-ray 3D playback, set the resolution to 720p and refresh rate to 24/23 Hz in HD 3D mode ... rate to expand the selection (if not already expanded) and then click Set up the NVIDIA 3DTV Play application: a. NOTE: The performance of the 3D content type: a.
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Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Power button and light - NOTE: The battery is charging when the computer is enabled. Turns on page 36. For more information on the battery status light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on if wireless is powered using the AC adapter. 4 Windows Mobility ...Center control - Touch to launch Windows Mobility Center. 5 Instant launch control - Touch to launch a predefined application of your choice. 43 The light on or off when pressed. ...
Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Power button and light - NOTE: The battery is charging when the computer is enabled. Turns on page 36. For more information on the battery status light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on if wireless is powered using the AC adapter. 4 Windows Mobility ...Center control - Touch to launch Windows Mobility Center. 5 Instant launch control - Touch to launch a predefined application of your choice. 43 The light on or off when pressed. ...
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...active window. 48 out by moving two fingers apart or bringing them closer together on or off. 3 Camera - Using Your XPS Laptop Touch Screen Gestures 1 Microphone - Indicates if the camera is on the screen. For information on the Atolluocwhssycorueetno ... capture, confNeOreTnEc:inSgo,manedocf hthaet.sTehgeecstaumreesraare supports the H.264 video compression codec, whaicphplpicraotvioidne-sshpiegchif-icquaanlditymvaidyenooattwloowrk data transmission rates. across applications. 4 Display - Your display can vary based on page 48. To zoom out: Move two fingers close together to...
...active window. 48 out by moving two fingers apart or bringing them closer together on or off. 3 Camera - Using Your XPS Laptop Touch Screen Gestures 1 Microphone - Indicates if the camera is on the screen. For information on the Atolluocwhssycorueetno ... capture, confNeOreTnEc:inSgo,manedocf hthaet.sTehgeecstaumreesraare supports the H.264 video compression codec, whaicphplpicraotvioidne-sshpiegchif-icquaanlditymvaidyenooattwloowrk data transmission rates. across applications. 4 Display - Your display can vary based on page 48. To zoom out: Move two fingers close together to...
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...and video files that can be recorded to disc, saved on portable products such as digital cameras and cell phones. Optional software applications enable you can access websites, setup an e-mail account, and upload or download files. You can download or copy pictures and... portable devices, such as MP3 players and handheld entertainment devices, or played and viewed directly on your computer. Using Your XPS Laptop Entertainment and Multimedia You can use your computer to create presentations, brochures, greeting cards, fliers, and spreadsheets. Check your purchase order for software ...
...and video files that can be recorded to disc, saved on portable products such as digital cameras and cell phones. Optional software applications enable you can access websites, setup an e-mail account, and upload or download files. You can download or copy pictures and... portable devices, such as MP3 players and handheld entertainment devices, or played and viewed directly on your computer. Using Your XPS Laptop Entertainment and Multimedia You can use your computer to create presentations, brochures, greeting cards, fliers, and spreadsheets. Check your purchase order for software ...
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... files from the All Programs menu. To launch Dell Stage, click Start → All Programs→ Dell Stage→ Dell Stage. You can access the service on your favorite media and multi-touch applications. Using Your XPS Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online is supported only on Dell Stage. • Minimize - For more information, go to...
... files from the All Programs menu. To launch Dell Stage, click Start → All Programs→ Dell Stage→ Dell Stage. You can access the service on your favorite media and multi-touch applications. Using Your XPS Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online is supported only on Dell Stage. • Minimize - For more information, go to...
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...your music files by album, artist, or song title. View videos. The following are the applications available on Dell Stage: NOTE: Some of the applications may not be available based on your frequently-used programs. 55 Play touch-enabled games. • DOCUMENTS - View, organize, or edit your...Play music or browse through your favorite web pages. Using Your XPS Laptop • PHOTO - Draw and edit pictures. • GAMES - The optional CinemaNow application allows you to download songs when connected to the Internet. • DELL WEB - You can create slideshows and collections of ...
...your music files by album, artist, or song title. View videos. The following are the applications available on Dell Stage: NOTE: Some of the applications may not be available based on your frequently-used programs. 55 Play touch-enabled games. • DOCUMENTS - View, organize, or edit your...Play music or browse through your favorite web pages. Using Your XPS Laptop • PHOTO - Draw and edit pictures. • GAMES - The optional CinemaNow application allows you to download songs when connected to the Internet. • DELL WEB - You can create slideshows and collections of ...
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... NVIDIA GPU is equipped with the discrete NVIDIA GPU while running graphicintensive applications such as 3D games. Using Your XPS Laptop • STICKYNOTES - Create notes or reminders using the keyboard or touch screen. You can also create multiple Web Tiles through an application profile. The Optimus technology is launched, the video drivers check if the...
... NVIDIA GPU is equipped with the discrete NVIDIA GPU while running graphicintensive applications such as 3D games. Using Your XPS Laptop • STICKYNOTES - Create notes or reminders using the keyboard or touch screen. You can also create multiple Web Tiles through an application profile. The Optimus technology is launched, the video drivers check if the...
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...Settings to customize: list and make the desired changes. This may be required for a specific application, select the application in performance mode. To change the settings for any application on the NVIDIA control panel's options and settings, click Help. 57 You can change the ...Settings tab, click Add and browse to your computer when you can also create application profiles for that do not have a default application profile. Right-click the desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel. 2. Using Your XPS Laptop • If an application profile exists, the NVIDIA GPU is...
...Settings to customize: list and make the desired changes. This may be required for a specific application, select the application in performance mode. To change the settings for any application on the NVIDIA control panel's options and settings, click Help. 57 You can change the ...Settings tab, click Add and browse to your computer when you can also create application profiles for that do not have a default application profile. Right-click the desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel. 2. Using Your XPS Laptop • If an application profile exists, the NVIDIA GPU is...
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NOTE: For a list of supported 3D games, go to 720p, 1280x720 in 3D 1. Launch the game in - game resolution to www.nvidia.com. If you to play 3D games, watch Blu-ray 3D videos, and browse 3D photos. 3D Games The NVIDIA 3DTV Play application supports the same games as NVIDIA 3D Vision. Playing Games in HD 3D mode. 58 Using Your XPS Laptop NVIDIA 3DTV Play The NVIDIA 3DTV Play application installed on your computer allows you see a message stating that the current mode is not HDMI 1.4 compatible, set the in full-screen mode. 2.
NOTE: For a list of supported 3D games, go to 720p, 1280x720 in 3D 1. Launch the game in - game resolution to www.nvidia.com. If you to play 3D games, watch Blu-ray 3D videos, and browse 3D photos. 3D Games The NVIDIA 3DTV Play application supports the same games as NVIDIA 3D Vision. Playing Games in HD 3D mode. 58 Using Your XPS Laptop NVIDIA 3DTV Play The NVIDIA 3DTV Play application installed on your computer allows you see a message stating that the current mode is not HDMI 1.4 compatible, set the in full-screen mode. 2.
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... and select NVIDIA Control Panel. 2. maximum conYoveurgceancveiepwlasctesreaollsocobjpeicts3Dinpfrhoonttoos futshineg scetnhe iNnVyIoDuIAr sPphaocteo; Valiseowuesreadvatiolapblaecien the laseNrVsIiDgIhAt.3DTV Play application. ces all objects behind the scene inNOyoTuEr: sFpoarcme;oarlesoinufosermd atotiopnlaocne tuhseing laser sigthhet. The photo Movviews oerbjaelcsotsaallwoawysfyroomu...to download 3D photos, go to www.nvidia.com. Using Your XPS Laptop Increases convergence Decreases convergence Customizing Shortcut Keys Mo3vDes Pobhjeocttos stowards you want to change. 4.
... and select NVIDIA Control Panel. 2. maximum conYoveurgceancveiepwlasctesreaollsocobjpeicts3Dinpfrhoonttoos futshineg scetnhe iNnVyIoDuIAr sPphaocteo; Valiseowuesreadvatiolapblaecien the laseNrVsIiDgIhAt.3DTV Play application. ces all objects behind the scene inNOyoTuEr: sFpoarcme;oarlesoinufosermd atotiopnlaocne tuhseing laser sigthhet. The photo Movviews oerbjaelcsotsaallwoawysfyroomu...to download 3D photos, go to www.nvidia.com. Using Your XPS Laptop Increases convergence Decreases convergence Customizing Shortcut Keys Mo3vDes Pobhjeocttos stowards you want to change. 4.
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... head and possible data loss. Free Fall Sensor Free fall sensor protects your 3D TV automatically. Using Your XPS Laptop Blu-ray 3D The NVIDIA 3DTV Play application allows you to watch Blu-ray 3D videos, use the CyberLink Power DVD application installed on the CyberLink PowerDVD's configuration options and settings, click Help in the...
... head and possible data loss. Free Fall Sensor Free fall sensor protects your 3D TV automatically. Using Your XPS Laptop Blu-ray 3D The NVIDIA 3DTV Play application allows you to watch Blu-ray 3D videos, use the CyberLink Power DVD application installed on the CyberLink PowerDVD's configuration options and settings, click Help in the...
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...click Start → Control panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Tablet PC Settings→ Calibrate... NOTE: Improper calibration may be supported by the application. • The touch screen is calibrated at the factory, and does not require recalibration. To remove these particles: 1. Solving Problems Touch Screen ...and Enable multi-touch gestures and inking options are selected. • The multi-touch feature may not be disabled. CAUTION: Do not use water or a cleaning liquid to remove any dirt or fingerprints. 64 Disconnect the AC adapter from the wall outlet. If you choose to...
...click Start → Control panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Tablet PC Settings→ Calibrate... NOTE: Improper calibration may be supported by the application. • The touch screen is calibrated at the factory, and does not require recalibration. To remove these particles: 1. Solving Problems Touch Screen ...and Enable multi-touch gestures and inking options are selected. • The multi-touch feature may not be disabled. CAUTION: Do not use water or a cleaning liquid to remove any dirt or fingerprints. 64 Disconnect the AC adapter from the wall outlet. If you choose to...
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... program occupies the maximum memory on the day they occurred. 70 Using Support Tools Dell Support Center All the support you need - To launch the application, click Start → All Programs→ Dell→ Dell Support Center→ Launch Dell Support Center. one convenient location. The Dell Support Center provides system alerts, performance improvement offers, system information...
... program occupies the maximum memory on the day they occurred. 70 Using Support Tools Dell Support Center All the support you need - To launch the application, click Start → All Programs→ Dell→ Dell Support Center→ Launch Dell Support Center. one convenient location. The Dell Support Center provides system alerts, performance improvement offers, system information...
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... drivers installed after you need to install on your computer before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. Create backup media of applications you received your computer. NOTE: If Dell DataSafe Local Backup is recommended that you purchased your data files before using the Dell DataSafe Local Backup. Use Dell DataSafe Local Backup only if System Restore did not resolve...
... drivers installed after you need to install on your computer before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. Create backup media of applications you received your computer. NOTE: If Dell DataSafe Local Backup is recommended that you purchased your data files before using the Dell DataSafe Local Backup. Use Dell DataSafe Local Backup only if System Restore did not resolve...