If The Display Is Difficult To Read - Dell Inspiron 600m Owner's Manual

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Solving Pr oblems
T E S T T H E E L E C T R I C A L O U T L E T
working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp.
C H E C K T H E A C A D A P T E R
the AC adapter has a light, ensure that it is on.
C O N N E C T T H E C O M P U T E R D I R E C T L Y T O A N E L E C T R I C A L O U T L E T
Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to verify
that the computer turns on. To access the help file, see "Accessing Help" on
page 98.
A D J U S T T H E P O W E R
the Help and Support Center. For instructions on accessing help files, see
"Accessing Help" on page 98.
W I T C H T H E V I D E O I M A G E
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monitor, press

If the display is difficult to read

A D J U S T T H E B R I G H T N E S S
on adjusting the brightness. To access the help file, see "Accessing Help" on
page 98.
M O V E T H E S U B W O O F E R A W A Y F R O M T H E C O M P U T E R O R M O N I T O R
If your external speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the subwoofer is
at least 60 cm (2 ft) away from the computer or external monitor.
E L I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I N T E R F E R E N C E
lights, halogen lamps, or other appliances.
R O T A T E T H E C O M P U T E R T O F A C E A D I F F E R E N T D I R E C T I O N
Eliminate sunlight glare, which can cause poor picture quality.
— Ensure that the electrical outlet is
— Check the AC adapter cable connections. If
P R O P E R T I E S — Search for the keyword standby in
— If your computer is attached to an external
to switch the video image to the display.
— See the Tell Me How help file for instructions
— Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent
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