Acer 505 series User Manual

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5DisplayThe large graphics display offers excellent viewing, display quality and desktopperformance graphics. The computer supports two different display configurations— High Performance Addressing (HPA) or Thin-Film Transistor (TFT).Video performancePCI video with 128-bit graphics acceleration and 2 MB video memory boost videoperformance.Simultaneous displayThe computer’s large display and multimedia capabilities are great for givingpresentations. If you prefer, you can also connect an external monitor when givingpresentations. This computer supports simultaneous LCD and CRT display.Simultaneous display allows you to control the presentation from your computerand at the same time face your audience. You can also connect other outputdisplay devices such as LCD projection panels for large-audience presentations.Power managementThe power management system incorporates an "automatic LCD dim" feature thatautomatically dims the LCD when the computer is powered by a battery pack toconserve battery power. See “Power management” on page 36 for moreinformation on power management features.Opening and closing the displayTo open the display, slide the display cover latch to the left and lift up the cover.Then tilt it to a comfortable viewing position. The computer employs amicroswitch that turns off the display (and enters standby mode) to conservepower when you close the display cover, and turns it back on when you open thedisplay cover.Note: If an external monitor is connected, the computer turns off the display(but does not enter standby mode) when you close the display cover.To close the display cover, fold it down gently until the display cover latch clicksinto place.