Using The Nvidia Optimus Graphics Feature; Using Audio Features; Using The Camera - ThinkPad T470 User Manual

3. Slide the control for Airplane mode to turn it on or off.

Using the NVIDIA Optimus Graphics feature

Some ThinkPad notebook computers support NVIDIA Optimus Graphics.
The running program and power plan settings that you use on your computer have specific graphics quality
demand. To achieve the best balance between the computer performance and a long battery life, the NVIDIA
Optimus Graphics feature automatically switches between High Performance Graphics and Energy Saving
Graphics. You do not have to restart your computer, close programs, or intervene manually.

Using audio features

Your computer is equipped with the following items:
• Audio connector, 3.5 mm (0.14 inches) in diameter
• Microphones
• Speakers
Your computer also has an audio chip that enables you to enjoy various multimedia audio features, such
as the following:
• Compliant with High Definition Audio
• Playback of MIDI and MP3 files
• Recording and playback of PCM and WAV files
• Recording from various sound sources, such as a headset attached
The following list provides information about supported functions of the audio devices attached to the
connectors on your computer or the docking station.
• Headset with a 3.5-mm (0.14-inch), 4-pole plug: Headphone and microphone functions
• Conventional headphone: Headphone function
Note: The conventional microphone is not supported.

Using the camera

Your computer might be equipped with one conventional camera. Depending on the model, your computer
might also support an infrared camera.
This section provides the basic instructions on how to use the cameras.
Using the conventional camera
You can use the conventional camera to take pictures and record videos.
To start the camera, do the following:
• For Windows 7: Start the Communications Utility program. See "Accessing Lenovo programs" on
page 12.
• For Windows 10: Open the Start menu and click Camera.
When the camera starts, the camera status indicator nearby turns green, indicating that the camera is in use.
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