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1. If you need to stop for an extended period of time and cannot carry the computer with you leave the computer in the trunk of the car to avoid exposing the computer to excessive heat Changes in temperature and humidity can cause condensation Allow the computer to return to room temperature and inspect the screen for condensation before turning on the computer If the temperature change is greater than 10 C 18 F allow the computer to come to room temperature slowly If possible leave the computer for 30 minutes in an environment with a temperature between outside and room temperature Setting up a home office If you frequently work on your computer at home you may want to purchase a second AC adapter for use at home With a second AC adapter you can avoid carrying the extra weight to and from home If you use your computer at home for significant periods of time you might also want to add an external keyboard monitor or mouse Traveling with the computer When you are moving within a larger distance for instance from your office building to a client s office building or traveling locally Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as if you were taking it home Make sure that the battery in the computer is charged Airport security may require you to turn on your computer when carrying it into the gate area What to take with you Take the following items with you AC adapter Spare fully
2. 2 Hold lt Alt Gr gt and then press the lt 5 gt key at the upper center of the keyboard Note Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol Please refer to www microsoft com typography faq faq12 htm for more information The US dollar sign 1 Open a text editor or word processor 2 Hold lt Shift gt and then press the lt 4 gt key at the upper center of the keyboard Note This function varies according to the language settings 36 English Ejecting the optical CD or DVD disk To eject the optical disk from the slot load tray in optical drive when the computer is turned on press the drive eject button Insert a paper clip to the emergency eject hole to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is off Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with a Kensington compatible security slot for a security lock Wrap the computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to secure the lock Keyless models are also available 37 English Audio The computer comes with 16 bit high fidelity AC 97 audio and one speaker Adjusting the volume Use hotkeys to easily adjust the volume on your computer See Hotkeys on page 33 for more information on adjusting the speaker volume 38 English Using the system utilities Acer Protector Suite QL fingerprint utility Note This f
3. 7 Empowering Technology Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eDataSecurity Management is an encryption utility that protects your files from being accessed by unauthorized persons It is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick data encryption decryption and also supports on the fly file encryption for Lotus Notes and Microsoft Outlook The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you for a supervisor password and default encryption password This password will be used to encrypt files by default or you can choose to enter your own password when encrypting a file Note The password used to encrypt a file is the unique key that the system needs to decrypt it If you lose the password the supervisor password is the only other key capable of decrypting the file If you lose both passwords there will be no way to decrypt your encrypted file Be sure to safeguard all related passwords 8 Empowering Technology Acer eLock Management Acer eLock Management is simple yet effective utility that allows you to lock removable storage optical and floppy drive devices to ensure that data can t be stolen while your system is unattended Removable Storage Devices includes USB disk drives USB pen drives USB flash drives USB MP3 drives USB memory card readers IEEE 1394 disk drives and any other removable storage devices that can be mounted as a file system when plugged into the sys
4. An extra fully charged battery pack is available 1 Save all necessary files 2 Close all applications 3 Shut down the operating system to turn off the computer 4 Replace the battery pack 5 Turn on the computer and resume work The AC adapter or a power outlet is unavailable You have no spare battery pack 1 Save all necessary files 2 Close all applications 3 Shut down the operating system to turn off the computer 54 English Acer Arcade for selected models Acer Arcade is an integrated player for music photos DVD movies and videos It can be operated using your pointing device To watch or listen click or select a content button e g Music Video etc on the Arcade home page Music listen to music files in a variety of formats Cinema watch DVDs or VCDs Video watch and or edit video clips Album view photos stored on your hard disk or removable media Note While watching videos DVDs or slide shows your screensaver and power saving features are unavailable 55 English Finding and playing content Clicking a button on the Arcade home page opens the corresponding feature s home page The content pages have buttons on the left and a content browsing area on the right If a button shows one of several choices such as sort order the current setting is shown by a brightly colored ball on the button To pick content click an item in th
5. 2 Double click on Phone and Modem Options 3 Click on Dialing Rules and begin setting up your location Refer to the Windows manual Note Please note on first booting your notebook that you can skip the Internet Connection setup as it is not necessary to complete the installation of your Operating System After the Operating System is set up you can proceed with the Internet Connection setup I want to restore my computer to its original settings without recovery CDs Note If your system is the multilingual version the operating system and language you choose when you first turn on the system will be the only option for future recovery operations This recovery process helps you restore the C drive with the original software content that is installed when you purchase your notebook Follow the steps below to rebuild your C drive Your C drive will be reformatted and all data will be erased It is important to back up all data files before using this option Before performing a restore operation please check the BIOS settings 1 Check to see if Acer disk to disk recovery is enabled or not 2 Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is Enabled 3 Exit the BIOS utility and save changes The system will reboot Note To activate the BIOS utility press lt F2 gt during POST 45 English To start the recovery process 1 Restart the system 2 While the Acer logo is showing press lt Alt gt lt F10
6. Programs AcerSystem 2 Click on AcerSystem User s Guide Note Viewing the file requires Adobe Reader If Adobe Reader is not installed on your computer clicking on AcerSystem User s Guide will run the Adobe Reader setup program first Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation For instructions on how to use Adobe Reader access the Help and Support menu xiii To turn the power off do any of the following Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start Turn Off Computer then click on Turn Off Use the power button You can also shut down the computer by closing the display cover or by pressing the sleep hotkey lt Fn gt lt F4 gt Note If you cannot power off the computer normally press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to shut down the computer If you turn off the computer and want to turn it on again wait at least two seconds before powering up Taking care of your computer Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight Do not place it near sources of heat such as a radiator Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 50 C 122 F Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibrat
7. Specifications a There shall be no more than 10 call attempts to the same number within any 30 minute period for any single manual call initiation and b The equipment shall go on hook for a period of not less than 30 seconds between the end of one attempt and the beginning of the next call attempt 4 Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom s Telepermit requirements are dependent on the equipment PC associated with this device In order to operate within the limits for compliance with Telecom s specifications the associated equipment shall be set to ensure that automatic calls to different numbers are spaced such that there is not less than 5 seconds between the end of one call attempt and the beginning of another 5 This equipment shall not be set up to make automatic calls to Telecom s 111 Emergency Service 6 This device is equipped with pulse dialing while the Telecom standard is DTMF tone dialing There is no guarantee that Telecom lines will always continue to support pulse dialing 7 Use of pulse dialing when this equipment is connected to the same line as other equipment may give rise to bell tinkle or noise and may also cause a false answer condition Should such problems occur the user should NOT contact the telecom Fault Service 8 This equipment may not provide for the effective hand over of a call to another device connected to the same line 9 Under power failure conditions this appliance may n
8. When Caps Lock is on all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase Num Lock lt Fn gt lt F11 gt When Num Lock is on the embedded keypad is in numeric mode The keys function as a calculator complete with the arithmetic operators and Use this mode when you need to do a lot of numeric data entry Another solution would be to connect an external keypad Scroll Lock lt Fn gt lt F12 gt When Scroll Lock is on the screen moves one line up or down when you press the up or down arrow keys respectively Scroll Lock does not work with some applications Desired access Num Lock on Num Lock off Number keys on embedded keypad Type numbers in a normal manner Cursor control keys on embedded keypad Hold lt Shift gt while using cursor control keys Hold lt Fn gt while using cursor control keys Main keyboard keys Hold lt Fn gt while typing letters on embedded keypad Type the letters in a normal manner 32 English Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows specific functions Key Description Windows key Pressed alone this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button it launches the Start menu It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions lt gt Open or close the Start menu lt gt lt D gt Display the desktop lt gt lt E gt Open Windows Explore lt gt lt F gt Search for a file
9. also possible to burn combo CD DVDs with music photos and film all in one The possibilities are endless For specific details about each of these options click the Help button to open the Arcade help menu File type compatibility For details on file compatibility please refer to the first page of the Arcade online help menu for each media mode 63 English Acer Arcade Deluxe for selected models Note Acer Arcade Deluxe is available for systems with Windows Media Center Acer Arcade Deluxe extends the capabilities of your Windows Media Center equipped system with a set of Acer utilities designed to make it easy to manage your multimedia files create your own customized content and more Arcade Deluxe includes the following utilities VideoMagician DV Wizard DVDivine 64 English Starting Acer Arcade Deluxe You can run the Acer Arcade Deluxe utilities directly from Windows Media Center To do this scroll up down from the Main page to view the Acer Arcade Deluxe utilities list and left right to select a utility To run the Acer Arcade Deluxe utilities outside of Windows Media Center double click the Acer Arcade Deluxe icon from the Windows desktop Note For detailed information about specific Acer Arcade Deluxe utiltiies use the built in help files VideoMagician VideoMagician allows you to edit video files in DAT DVR MS MPG MPE AVI ASF MPEG WMV VOB MPEG1 and MPEG2 forma
10. authorized service center Disk boot failure Insert a system bootable disk into the floppy drive A then press lt Enter gt to reboot Equipment configuration error Press lt F2 gt during POST to enter the BIOS utility then press Exit in the BIOS utility to reboot Hard disk 0 error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Hard disk 0 extended type error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center I O parity error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Keyboard error or no keyboard connected Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Keyboard interface error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Memory size mismatch Press lt F2 gt during POST to enter the BIOS utility then press Exit in the BIOS utility to reboot 81 English English If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance Some problems may be solved using the BIOS utility 82 English Regulations and safety notices FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This device generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in
11. can be accepted into the system User Enrollment 1 Boot Security protects your computer by subjecting boot ups to fingerprint identification To use this function select Enable Boot Security in the User Enrollment application window 2 Boot Security can also be enabled at a later date via the Settings menu Note To use the Enable Boot Security function set both the Administrator and User passwords first 40 English Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to set the four easy launch buttons located above the keyboard Easy launch buttons on page 28 for the location of the easy launch buttons You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start All Programs and then Launch Manager to start the application Norton Internet Security Norton Internet Security is an anti virus utility that can protect against viruses keeping your data safe and secure How do I check for viruses 1 Double click the Norton Internet Security icon on the Windows desktop 2 Select Tasks amp Scans 41 English 3 Select Run Scan to scan your system 4 When the scan is complete review the results of the scan Note For optimal security run a Full System Scan when scanning your computer for the first time You can schedule customized virus scans that run unattended on specific dates and times or at periodic intervals If you are using the computer when the scheduled scan begins it runs in the background so that
12. charged battery pack s Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer 68 English Special considerations In addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling Always take the computer as carry on luggage If possible have the computer inspected by hand Airport security X ray machines are safe but do not put the computer through a metal detector Avoid exposing floppy disks to hand held metal detectors Traveling internationally with the computer When you are moving from country to country Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as you would normally prepare it for traveling What to bring with you Bring the following items with you AC adapter Power cords that are appropriate for the country to which you are traveling Spare fully charged battery packs Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer Proof of purchase in case you need to show it to customs officials International Travelers Warranty passport Special considerations Follow the same special considerations as when traveling with the computer In addition these tips are useful when traveling internationally When traveling in another country check that the local AC voltage and the AC adapter power cord specifications are compatible If not purchase a power cord that
13. eRecovery Management you will be asked to create it Note If you lose the Empowering Technology password there is no way to reset it except by reformatting your system Make sure to remember or write down your password 2 Empowering Technology Acer eNet Management Acer eNet Management helps you quickly connect to both wired and wireless networks in a variety of locations To access this utility select Acer eNet Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar or run the program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu You can also set Acer eNet Management to start automatically when you boot up your PC Acer eNet Management automatically detects the best settings for a new location while offering you the option to manually adjust the settings to match your needs 3 Empowering Technology Acer eNet Management can save network settings for a location to a profile and automatically switch to the appropriate profile when you move from one location to another Settings stored include network connection settings IP and DNS settings wireless AP details etc as well as default printer settings Security and safety concerns mean that Acer eNet Management does not store username and password information 4 Empowering Technology Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for configuring your power management options To access this utility select
14. encoded in the video signal that describe onscreen action and dialog for the hearing impaired The factory setting is Off Audio selects the default language for DVD titles Display Upon Mute lets you choose whether to turn on the subtitles or captions when you mute the sound for any reason 59 English Album Acer Arcade lets you view digital photos individually or as a slide show from any available drive on your computer Click the Album button on the Arcade Home page to show the Album main page The content area on the right shows both individual pictures and folders Click on a folder to open it To view a slide show open the folder containing the pictures you wish to view then click Play Slide Show The slide show is played at full screen Use the pop up control panel to control the slide show You can also view a single picture by clicking on it This opens the picture at full screen You can then use the onscreen player controls to zoom in and out and to pan in four directions Editing Pictures Choose Edit and you can Rotate Remove Red Eye and Auto Fix optimize the brightness and contrast pictures to improve the appearance of your images Slide Show settings To change Slide Show settings click the Advanced button on the Album page and select Settings Slide Duration determines how long each slide is shown before automatically advancing to the next picture in the slide show Slide Show
15. its use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger Use the device only in its normal operating positions This device meets RF exposure guidelines when used normally and it and its antenna are positioned at least 1 5 centimeters 5 8 inches away from your body refer to the figure below It should not contain metal and you should position the device the above stated distance from your body To successfully transmit data files or messages this device requires a good quality connection to the network In some cases transmission of data files or messages may be delayed until such a connection is available Ensure that the above separation distance instructions are followed until the transmission is completed Parts of the device are magnetic Metallic materials may be attracted to the device and persons with hearing aids should not hold the device to the ear with the hearing aid Do not place credit cards or other magnetic storage media near the device because information stored on them may be erased Medical devices Operation of any radio transmitting equipment including wireless phones may interfere with the functionality of inadequately protected medical devices Consult a physician or the manufacturer of the medical device to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF energy or if you have any questions Switch off your device in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to d
16. meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the US Environmental Protection Agency EPA and the US Department of Energy DOE In the average home 75 of all electricity used to power home electronics is consumed while the products are turned off ENERGY STAR qualified home electronic products in the off position use up to 50 less energy than conventional equipment More information refers to http www energystar gov and http www energystar gov powermangement As an ENERGY STAR partner Acer Inc has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency This product has been shipped enabled for power management Activate display Sleep mode within 15 minutes of user inactivity Activate computer s Sleep mode within 30 minutes of user inactivity Wake the computer from Sleep mode by pushing power button More power management settings can be done through Acer ePower Management Tips and information for comfortable use Computer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use Users are also at risk of physical injury after long hours of working in front of a computer Long work periods bad posture poor work habits stress inadequate working conditions personal health and other factors greatly increase the risk of physical injury Incorrect computer usage may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome tendonitis tenosynovitis or other musculoskeletal disorders The fo
17. meeting will be longer or if your battery is not fully charged you may want to bring the AC adapter with you to plug in your computer in the meeting room If the meeting room does not have an electrical outlet reduce the drain on the battery by putting the computer in Sleep mode Press lt Fn gt lt F4 gt or close the display cover whenever you are not actively using the computer To resume open the display if closed then press and release the power button Taking the computer home When you are moving from your office to your home or vice versa Preparing the computer After disconnecting the computer from your desktop follow these steps to prepare the computer for the trip home Check that you have removed all media and compact disks from the drive s Failure to remove the media can damage the drive head Pack the computer in a protective case that can prevent the computer from sliding around and cushion it if it should fall Caution Avoid packing items next to the top cover of the computer Pressure against the top cover can damage the screen What to take with you Unless you have some items at home take the following items with you AC adapter and power cord The printed User s Guide 67 English Special considerations Follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work Minimize the effects of temperature changes by keeping the computer with you
18. on 2 Connect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery 3 Disconnect the AC adapter 4 Turn on the computer and operate using battery power 5 Fully deplete the battery until the battery low warning appears 6 Reconnect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery again 51 English English Follow these steps again until the battery has been charged and discharged three times Use this conditioning process for all new batteries or if a battery hasn t been used for a long time If the computer is to be stored for more than two weeks you are advised to remove the battery pack from the unit Warning Do not expose battery packs to temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 45 C 113 F Extreme temperatures may adversely affect the battery pack By following the battery conditioning process you condition your battery to accept the maximum possible charge Failure to follow this procedure will prevent you from obtaining the maximum battery charge and will also shorten the effective lifespan of the battery In addition the useful lifespan of the battery is adversely affected by the following usage patterns Using the computer on constant AC power with the battery inserted If you want to use constant AC power you are advised to remove the battery pack after it is fully charged Not discharging and recharging the battery to its extremes as described above Frequent use the more you use the bat
19. phone line 3 Optical drive eject button Ejects the optical drive tray 4 LED indicator Lights up when the optical drive is active 5 Optical drive Accepts recordable CDs and DVDs depending on the drive type 6 PC Card slot Accepts one Type II PC Card 7 PC Card slot eject button Ejects the PC Card from the slot 8 4 in 1 card reader Accepts Memory Stick Memory Stick Pro MultiMediaCard MMC Secure Digital SD Note Only one card can operate at any given time 19 English English Right view Icon Item Description 1 Headphone speakers line out jack Connects to audio line out devices e g speakers headphones 2 Microphone in jack Accepts input from external microphones 3 Line in jack Accepts audio line in devices e g audio CD player stereo walkman 4 USB 2 0 port Connects to USB 2 0 devices e g USB mouse or camera 5 Ventilation slots Keep computer cool during use 6 IEEE 1394 port Connects to IEEE 1394 devices 7 External display VGA port Connects to a display device e g monitor or projector 20 English Rear view Icon Item Description 1 Kensington lock slot Connects to a Kensington compatible computer security lock 2 DC in jack Connects to an AC adapter 3 Latch Push to the right for releasing the LCD unit to convert from tablet to notebook mode 4 Acer ezDock port Connects to an Acer ezDock optional 21 Engli
20. push to eject the tray If your computer s optical drive is a slot load model it will not have an eject hole The keyboard does not respond Try attaching an external keyboard to a USB port on the computer If it works contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be loose The infrared port does not work Check the following Make sure that the infrared ports of the two devices are facing each other 15 degrees a maximum of 1 meter apart Make sure there is a clear path between the two infrared ports Nothing should be blocking the ports Make sure you have the appropriate software running on both devices for file transfers or you have the appropriate drivers for printing to an infrared printer During the POST press lt F2 gt to access the BIOS utility and verify that the infrared port is enabled Make sure both devices are IrDA compliant The printer does not work Check the following 44 English Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is turned on Make sure that the printer cable is connected securely to the computer s parallel port or a USB port and the corresponding port on the printer I want to set up my location to use the internal modem To properly use your communication software e g HyperTerminal you need to set up your location 1 Click on Start Settings Control Panel
21. telephone company may make changes in its facilities equipment operations or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of your equipment If they do you will be notified in advance to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted telephone service If this equipment should fail to operate properly disconnect the equipment from the phone line to determine if it is causing the problem If the problem is with the equipment discontinue use and contact your dealer or vendor Caution To reduce the risk of fire use only No 26 AWG or larger UL Listed or CSA Certified Telecommunication Line Cord TBR 21 This equipment has been approved Council Decision 98 482 EC TBR 21 for single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network PSTN However due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries the approval does not of itself give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN termination point In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance List of applicable countries EU member states as of May 2004 are Belgium Denmark Germany Greece Spain France Ireland Italy Luxembourg the Netherlands Austria Portugal Finland Sweden United Kingdom Estonia Latvia Lithuania Poland Hungary Czech Republic Slovak Republic Slovenia Cyprus and Malta Usage allowed in the countries of European Union as well as Norw
22. the following occurs the computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged the computer does not operate normally please refer to Frequently asked questions on page 42 Information for your safety and comfort iii Safety instructions iii Additional safety information vi Operating environment vi Medical devices vi Vehicles vii Potentially explosive environments vii Emergency calls viii Disposal instructions viii Tips and information for comfortable use ix First things first xii Your guides xii Basic care and tips for using your computer xii Turning your computer on and off xii Taking care of your computer xiii Taking care of your AC adapter xiii Taking care of your battery pack xiv Cleaning and servicing xiv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 1 Acer eNet Management 2 Acer ePower Management 4 Acer ePresentation Management 6 Acer eDataSecurity Management 7 Acer eLock Management 8 Acer eRecovery Management 10 Acer eSettings Management 12 Windows Mobility Center 13 A TravelMate tour 15 Top View 15 Open front view 16 Closed front view 17 Left view 18 Right view 19 Rear view 20 Base view 21 Specifications 22 Indicators 27 Easy launch buttons 28 Trackpoint and click buttons 29 Trackpoint basics 29 Scrolling basics 29 Using the keyboard 31 Contents Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 31 Windows keys 32 Hotkeys 33 Special keys 35 E
23. Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar run the program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu or right click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select Acer ePower Management Using power plans Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans Balanced High performance and Power saver You can also create customized power plans You can create switch between edit delete and restore power plans as described below View and adjust settings for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking the appropriate tabs You can open Windows power options by clicking More Power Options Note You cannot delete the predefined power plans To create a new power plan Creating customized power plans allows you to save and quickly switch to a personalized set of power options 1 Click the Create Power Plan icon 2 Enter a name for your new power plan 3 Choose a predefined power plan to base your customized plan on 4 If necessary change the display and sleep settings you want your computer to use 5 Click OK to save your new power plan To switch between power plans 1 Select the power plan you wish to switch to from the drop down list 2 Click Apply To edit a power plan Editing a power plan allows you to adjust system settings like LCD brightness and CPU speed You can also turn on off system components to extend battery life 1 Swi
24. B 1 or 2 GB DDR2 533 667 MHz soDIMM modules 6 cell 4800 mAh Li ion primary battery pack 9 cell 7200 mAh Li ion primary battery pack EMR pen with eraser External USB floppy disk drive 3 pin 65 W AC adapter 26 English Note The specifications listed above are for reference only The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased Environment Temperature Operating 5 C to 35 C Non operating 20 C to 65 C Humidity non condensing Operating 20 to 80 Non operating 20 to 80 System compliance Wi Fi ACPI Mobile PC 2002 DMI 2 0 Warranty One year International Travelers Warranty ITW 27 English Indicators The computer has two easy to read status indicators to the right of the keyboard and four on the front panel The battery media Bluetooth and wireless communication status indicators are visible even when the LCD display is closed Icon Function Description Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is activated HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is active Battery Lights up when battery is being charged Bluetooth Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication Wireless LAN Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication 28 English 1 Charging The light shows amber when the battery is charging 2 Fully cha
25. Transition sets the style of transition used between pictures you can choose between Motion Cell Fade Random Wipe Slide Page and None modes 60 English To add background music to a slide show click on the Slide Show Music option The Slide Show Music page will ask you to choose music from your personal music library Click Load Default Settings to return your settings to their default values Video To open the Video function click Video on the Arcade Home page Note The Video feature is designed to play back many different kinds of video formats Refer to the Video help section for a full list of compatible formats If you want to watch a DVD or VCD use the Cinema function Playing a video file Click Play to watch video files The Video page shows the video files in the content area on the right side They are organized by folders and a thumbnail image shows the first frame of each video To play a video file click on it The video will play at full screen The pop up control panel will appear at the bottom of the screen when you move the mouse To return to the Video page click Stop Snapshot Snapshot mode is available in Cinema and Video modes This function can be used to capture the onscreen image at any time A single frame image will be captured and stored in a user designated directory The destination directory can be changed from the Settings menu Editing video Acer Arcade offers the capabi
26. TravelMate C210 Series User s Guide Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications This company makes no representations or warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose Record the model number serial number purchase date and place of purchase information in the space provided below The serial number and model number are recorded on the label affixed to your computer All correspondence concerning your unit should include the serial number model number and purchase information No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means electronically mechanically by photocopy recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated Model number __________________________________ Serial number ___________________________________ Date of purchase ________________________________ Place of purchase ________________________________ Copyright 2006 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved TravelMate C210 Series User s Guide Original Issue 11 2006 TravelMate C210 Series Notebook PC Acer and the Ace
27. accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the device off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the device and receiver Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio television technician for help Notice Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations Notice Peripheral devices Only peripherals input output devices terminals printers etc certified to comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this equipment Operation with non certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority which is granted by the Federal Communications Commission to operate this computer Operation conditions This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the followi
28. ake sure that the detachable band of the protective screen cover is not bunched underneath the LCD unit before converting to tablet mode Never use excessive pressure to shut the LCD unit 50 English Battery pack The computer uses a battery pack that gives you long use between charges Battery pack characteristics The battery pack has the following characteristics Employs current battery technology standards Delivers a battery low warning The battery is recharged whenever you connect the computer to the AC adapter Your computer supports charge in use enabling you to recharge the battery while you continue to operate the computer However recharging with the computer turned off results in a significantly faster charge time The battery will come in handy when you travel or during a power failure It is advisable to have an extra fully charged battery pack available as backup Contact your dealer for details on ordering a spare battery pack Maximizing the battery s life Like all other batteries your computer s battery will degrade over time This means that the battery s performance will diminish with time and use To maximize your battery s life you are advised to adhere to the recommendations set out below Conditioning a new battery pack Before you use a battery pack for the first time there is a conditioning process that you should follow 1 Insert the new battery without turning the computer
29. attery pack Acer MediaBay 2 5 hour rapid charge 3 5 hour charge in use 3 pin 65 W AC adapter Input devices Security access via TravelMate biometric fingerprint reader 84 85 key keyboard with inverted T cursor layout 2 5 mm minimum key travel 12 function keys four cursor keys two Windows keys hotkey controls embedded numeric keypad international language support Dual navigation control featuring trackpoint with two integrated click buttons and scroll wheel with up down enter functions Four easy launch buttons Empowering Key email Internet user programmable Two communication LED buttons WLAN Bluetooth Four tablet mode buttons Windows Security Function Escape Screen Rotate Electromagnetic Resonance EMR pen with eraser 24 English Audio Intel High Definition Audio support Audio system with one built in speaker Built in microphone MS Sound compatible Communication WLAN Intel PRO Wireless 3945ABG network connection dual band tri mode 802 11a b g or Intel PRO Wireless 3945BG network connection dual mode 802 11b g Wi Fi CERTIFIED solution supporting Acer SignalUp wireless technology WPAN Bluetooth 2 0 EDR Enhanced Data Rate LAN gigabit Ethernet Wake on LAN ready Modem 56K ITU V 92 modem with PTT approval Wake on Ring ready I O interface 124 p
30. ay Switzerland Iceland and Liechtenstein This device must be used in strict accordance with the regulations and constraints in the country of use For further information please contact local office in the country of use Notice for Australia For safety reasons only connect headsets with a telecommunications compliance label This includes customer equipment previously labelled permitted or certified 85 English English Notice for New Zealand 1 The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the item complies with minimum conditions for connection to its network It indicates no endorsement of the product by Telecom nor does it provide any sort of warranty Above all it provides no assurance that any item will work correctly in all respects with another item of Telepermitted equipment of a different make or model nor does it imply that any product is compatible with all of Telecom s network services 2 This equipment is not capable under all operating conditions of correct operation at the higher speeds for which it is designed Telecom will accept no responsibility should difficulties arise in such circumstances 3 Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom s Telepermit requirements are dependent on the equipment PC associated with this device The associated equipment shall be set to operate within the following limits for compliance with Telecom s
31. basics The 3 way scroll wheel is enabled for tablet and keyboard mode use Use the scroll wheel 4 to scroll up or down on a page A click on the scroll wheel executes the Enter function similar to double clicking a mouse Function Left button Right button Scroll wheel Execute Quickly click twice Click on the scroll wheel Select Click once 30 English Note When using these inputs keep them and your fingers dry and clean The scroll wheel is sensitive to finger movement hence the lighter the touch the better the response Tapping harder will not increase click button responsiveness Drag Click and hold then use finger on the trackpoint to drag the cursor Access context menu Click once Scroll Use finger to roll scroll wheel lightly up or down in tablet or notebook mode Function Left button Right button Scroll wheel 31 English Using the keyboard The keyboard has full sized keys with an embedded numeric keypad as well as separate lock cursor and Windows keys and hotkey controls Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad It is indicated by small characters located on the upper right corner of the keycaps To simplify the keyboard legend cursor control key symbols are not printed on the keys Lock key Description Caps Lock
32. cision 98 482 EC CTR21 for pan European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network PSTN RoHS Directive 2002 95 EC on the Restriction of the Use of certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment 93 English English LCD panel ergonomic specifications Design viewing distance 500 mm Design inclination angle 0 0 Design azimuth angle 90 0 Viewing direction range class Class IV Screen tilt angle 85 0 Design screen illuminance Illuminance level 250 250cos lx where 85 Color Source D65 Reflection class of LCD panel positive and negative polarity Ordinary LCD Class I Protective or Acer CrystalBrite LCD Class III Image polarity Both Reference white Pre setting of luminance and color temperature 6500K tested under BM7 Yn u n v n Pixel fault class Class II 94 English Index A AC adapter caring for xiii audio 37 troubleshooting 43 B battery pack battery low warning 53 caring for xiv characteristics 50 charging 52 checking charge level 52 installing 51 low conditions 53 maximizing life 50 optimizing 52 removing 52 using the first time 50 BIOS utility 75 brightness hotkeys 34 C caps lock 31 on indicator 27 care AC adapter xiii battery pack xiv computer xiii CD ROM ejecting 36 ejecting manually 43 troubleshooting 43 charging checking level 52 cleaning comp
33. d on Boot secures your computer against unauthorized use Combine the use of this password with password checkpoints on boot up and resume from Hibernation for maximum security Important Do not forget your Supervisor Password If you forget your password please get in touch with your dealer or an authorized service center 70 English Entering passwords When a password is set a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen When the Supervisor Password is set a prompt appears when you press lt F2 gt to enter the BIOS utility at boot up Type the Supervisor Password and press lt Enter gt to access the BIOS utility If you enter the password incorrectly a warning message appears Try again and press lt Enter gt When the User Password is set and the password on boot parameter is enabled a prompt appears at boot up Type the User Password and press lt Enter gt to use the computer If you enter the password incorrectly a warning message appears Try again and press lt Enter gt Important You have three chances to enter a password If you fail to enter the password correctly after three tries the system halts Press and hold the power button for four seconds to shut down the computer Then turn on the computer again and try again Setting passwords You can set passwords using the BIOS utility 71 English Expanding through options Your notebook PC offers you a complet
34. ddress of responsible party 2641 Orchard Parkway San Jose CA 95134 USA Contact person Mr Young Kim Tel 408 922 2909 Fax 408 922 2606 92 English Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking We Acer Computer Shanghai Limited 3F No 168 Xizang medium road Huangpu District Shanghai China Contact Person Mr Easy Lai Tel 886 2 8691 3089 Fax 886 2 8691 3000 E mail easy_lai acer com tw Hereby declare that Product Personal Computer Trade Name Acer Model Number ZE2 Machine Type TravelMate C210 SKU Number TravelMate C21x x 0 9 a z or A Z Is compliant with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following EC directives and that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in force to assure that production units of the same product will continue comply with the requirements EMC Directive 89 336 EEC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standards EN55022 1998 A1 2000 A2 2003 AS NZS CISPR22 2002 Class B EN55024 1998 A1 2001 A2 2003 EN61000 3 2 2000 Class D EN61000 3 3 1995 A1 2001 EN55013 2001 A1 2003 applied to models with TV function EN55020 2002 A1 2003 applied to models with TV function Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standard EN60950 1 2001 EN60065 2002 applied to models with TV function Council De
35. e content area When there is more than one CD or DVD drive all drives will be shown Pictures and videos are shown as files with thumbnails and organized into folders To browse a folder click to open it To go back up to the folder above it click the Up one level button If there is more content than will fit on a page use the buttons at the lower right to scroll through the pages Note For more detailed information on the features of Acer Arcade please refer to the Arcade Help menu This can be accessed from the Arcade home page by selecting Help Settings There are settings in Acer Arcade that allow you to fine tune its performance to suit your machine and your personal preferences To access Settings click on this icon located on the upper right hand corner of the main page Click Acer Arcade Help for comprehensive help on each Arcade mode In Display Settings Use the Screen Ratio option to choose between standard 4 3 or widescreen 16 9 display when watching movies The 4 3 Movie Display Type option allows you to select between CinemaVision or Letterbox mode Acer CinemaVision is a nonlinear video stretching technology that produces minimal distortion in the center of the picture The Letterbox option displays widescreen movie content in its original aspect ratio and adds black bars at the top and bottom of the screen Color profile allows you to choose between Original or Cl
36. e mobile computing experience Connectivity options Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you would with a desktop PC For instructions on how to connect different external devices to the computer read the following section Fax data modem Your computer has a built in V 92 56 Kbps fax data modem Warning This modem port is not compatible with digital phone lines Plugging this modem into a digital phone line will damage the modem To use the fax data modem port connect a phone cable from the modem port to a telephone jack Warning Please make sure that the cable you use is appropriate for the country in which you are working 72 English Built in network feature The built in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet based network To use the network feature connect an Ethernet cable from the Ethernet RJ 45 port on the chassis of the computer to a network jack or hub on your network Fast Infrared FIR for selected models The computer s Fast Infrared FIR port allows you to do wireless data transfer with other IR aware computers and peripherals such as PDAs mobile phones and infrared printers The infrared port can transfer data at speeds of up to 4 Mbps at a distance of up to one meter 73 English Universal Serial Bus USB The USB 2 0 port is a high speed serial bus which allows you to connect USB peripherals without taking up precious system re
37. e when used together with the click buttons 3 Click buttons left and right Function like the left and right mouse buttons when used together with the center keyboard trackpoint Item Description 17 English English Closed front view 4 Built in microphone Internal microphone for sound recording 5 Scroll wheel For up down and enter functions 6 Easy launch buttons Buttons for launching frequently used programs See Easy launch buttons on page 28 for more details 7 Indicator lights Light up when Caps Lock or Num Lock are activated Icon Item Description 1 Bluetooth communication button indicator Press to enable disable Bluetooth function Lights to indicate the status of Bluetooth communications 2 Wireless communication button indicator Press to enable disable the wireless function Lights to indicate the status of wireless LAN communication 3 Speaker Provides sound 4 Battery indicator Lights up when battery is being charged 5 Fast infrared FIR port Interfaces with infrared printers computers and other FIR aware devices 6 HDD indicator Indicates when the hard disk drive is active 7 Electromagnetic resonance EMR pen with eraser For entering data in tablet PC mode Item Description 18 English Left view Icon Item Description 1 Ethernet RJ 45 port Connects to a gigabit Ethernet network 2 Modem RJ 11 port Connects to a
38. earVision Acer ClearVision is a video enhancement technology that detects video content and dynamically adjusts the brightness contrast saturation levels so that you do not need to change the color settings if the movie you are watching contains scenes that are overly dark or too bright 56 English In Audio Settings Use Speaker Environment to choose between Headphones SPDIF 2 or more speakers depending on your audio equipment Output Mode should be set to Stereo if you are listening to speakers Dolby Surround or Virtual Surround Sound if you are using headphones Note If your speakers are not capable of outputting low frequency signals it is recommended that you do not select Virtual Surround Sound in order to avoid damaging your speakers Click Run Setup Wizard to change your original startup settings Click About Acer Arcade to open a page with version and copyright information Click Restore Default Settings to return the Acer Arcade settings to their default values Arcade controls When watching video clips movies or slide shows at full screen two pop up control panels are shown when you move the pointer They automatically disappear after several seconds The Navigation Controls panel appears at the top and the Player Controls panel appears at the bottom of the screen Navigation controls To return to the Arcade home page click the Home button in the upper left corner of the w
39. eature is only available on certain models Acer Protector Suite QL provides fingerprint based biometric identification to control access to your computer s drives The utility is accessed via the Protector Suite icon on the taskbar Below is a brief description of the steps for fingerprint scanning and user enrollment For full details of Protector Suite QL s programmable functions open the utility and follow the step by step guide Password choice To enter Protector Suite QL enter your password If you are using the utility for the first time you may choose your own password Do not share your password with others Make sure to remember your password 39 English Correct scanning procedure 1 Position the first joint of the finger you are scanning beyond the sensor edge 2 Maintain finger contact with the sensor while sliding the finger across it in a straight line 3 The application window will indicate a successful scan If the scan quality is poor repeat the procedure Note Make sure to keep the finger flat throughout the scanning procedure User s Fingers You can use Protector Suite QL to create fingerprint samples to identify a user The application can record prints of up to all 10 fingers depending on the level of security required Follow the User s Fingers screen commands to record the fingerprints of authorized users The utility must record three successful scans of each print before it
40. elect Security from the categories listed at the top of the screen Find Password on boot and use the lt F5 gt and lt F6 gt keys to enable this feature 77 English Using software Playing DVD movies When the DVD drive module is installed in the optical drive bay you can play DVD movies on your computer 1 Eject the DVD tray and insert a DVD movie disk then close the DVD tray Important When you launch the DVD player for the first time the program asks you to enter the region code DVD disks are divided into 6 regions Once your DVD drive is set to a region code it will play DVD disks of that region only You can set the region code a maximum of five times including the first time after which the last region code set will remain permanent Recovering your hard disk does not reset the number of times the region code has been set Refer to the table below for DVD movie region code information 2 The DVD movie will automatically play after a few seconds Note To change the region code insert a DVD movie of a different region into the DVD drive Please refer to the online help for more information Region code Country or region 1 USA Canada 2 Europe Middle East South Africa Japan 3 Southeast Asia Taiwan South Korea 4 Latin America Australia New Zealand 5 Former USSR parts of Africa India 6 People s Republic of China 78 English Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Managemen
41. es 7 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are using one to secure the computer Moving around When you are just moving within short distances for example from your office desk to a meeting room Preparing the computer Before moving the computer close and latch the display cover to place it in Sleep mode You can now safely take the computer anywhere you go within the building To bring the computer out of Sleep mode open the display then press and release the power button If you are taking the computer to a client s office or a different building you may choose to shut down the computer Click on Start Turn Off Computer then click on Turn Off Windows XP Or You can put the computer in Sleep mode by pressing lt Fn gt lt F4 gt Then close and latch the display When you are ready to use the computer again unlatch and open the display then press and release the power button 66 English Note If the Sleep indicator is off the computer has entered Hibernation mode and is turned off If the power indicator is off but the Sleep indicator is on the computer has entered Sleep mode In both cases press and release the power button to turn the computer back on Note that the computer may enter Hibernation mode after being in Sleep mode for a period of time What to bring to meetings If your meeting is relatively short you probably do not need to bring anything with you other than your computer If your
42. f other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries Replace the battery with the same type as that which came bundled with your product Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion Warning Batteries may explode if not handled properly Do not disassemble or dispose of them in fire Keep them away from children Follow local regulations when disposing of used batteries vi Telephone line safety Disconnect all telephone lines from the equipment when not in use and or before servicing To avoid the remote risk of electric shock from lightning do not connect the telephone line to this equipment during lightning or thunderstorms Warning For safety reasons do not use non compliant parts when adding or changing components Consult your reseller for purchase options Additional safety information Your device and its enhancements may contain small parts Keep them out of the reach of small children Operating environment Warning For safety reasons turn off all wireless or radio transmitting devices when using your laptop under the following conditions These devices may include but are not limited to wireless lan WLAN Bluetooth and or 3G Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area and always switch off your device when
43. for details Warning The grounding pin is a safety feature Using a power outlet that is not properly grounded may result in electric shock and or injury v Note The grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with the performance of this product Use the product only with the supplied power supply cord set If you need to replace the power cord set make sure that the new power cord meets the following requirements detachable type UL listed CSA certified type SPT 2 rated 7 A 125 V minimum VDE approved or its equivalent 4 6 meters 15 feet maximum length Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when the power cord or plug is damaged cut or frayed liquid was spilled into the product the product was exposed to rain or water the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged the product exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service the product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions Note Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment o
44. g two soDIMM modules dual channel support Display and graphics 12 1 XGA TFT LCD supporting EMR Electro Magnetic Resonance pen based input 1024 x 768 pixel resolution 16 7 million colors Sliding display converts between notebook and tablet modes NVIDIA GeForce Go 7300 with 128 MB of dedicated GDDR3 VRAM with TurboCache Technology supporting Microsoft DirectX 9 0 Shader Model 3 0 OpenEXR High Dynamic Range HDR technology NVIDIA PowerMizer 6 0 PCI Express Dual independent display support 16 7 million colors MPEG 2 DVD hardware assisted capability 23 English English Storage subsystem 80 100 120 160 GB or higher hard disk drive Acer MediaBay hot swapple weight saver module Acer MediaBay hot swappable optical drive modules Slot load 8X DVD Super Multi double layer drive DVD CD RW combo drive 4 in 1 card reader supporting Secure Digital SD MultiMediaCard MMC Memory Stick MS Memory Stick PRO MS Pro Dimensions and weight 315 W x 238 D x 35 3 H mm 12 4 x 9 37 x 1 39 inches 2 5 kg 5 5 lbs with 6 cell battery and optical drive module Power subsystem ACPI CPU power management standard supports Standby and Hibernation power saving modes 80 W 9 cell 7200 mAh 53 W 6 cell 4800 mAh Li ion primary battery pack Optional 42 W 6 cell 3800 mAh Li ion second b
45. gt at the same time to enter the recovery process 3 Refer to the onscreen instructions to perform system recovery Important This feature occupies 10 GB in a hidden partition on your hard disk Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITW Your computer is backed by an International Travelers Warranty ITW that gives you security and peace of mind when traveling Our worldwide network of service centers are there to give you a helping hand An ITW passport comes with your computer This passport contains all you need to know about the ITW program A list of available authorized service centers is in this handy booklet Read this passport thoroughly Always have your ITW passport on hand especially when you travel to receive the benefits from our support centers Place your proof of purchase in the flap located inside the front cover of the ITW passport If the country you are traveling in does not have an Acer authorized ITW service site you can still get in contact with our offices worldwide Please consult http global acer com Before you call Please have the following information available when you call Acer for online service and please be at your computer when you call With your support we can reduce the amount of time a call takes and help solve your problems efficiently If there are error messages or beeps reported by your computer write them down as they appear on the screen or the number and seq
46. he lt Fn gt key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination Hotkey Icon Function Description lt Fn gt lt F1 gt Hotkey help Displays help on hotkeys lt Fn gt lt F2 gt Acer eSettings Launches Acer eSettings in Acer Empowering Technology See Heading 1 on page Left lt Fn gt lt F3 gt Acer ePower Management Launches Acer ePower Management See Acer Empowering Technology on page 1 lt Fn gt lt F4 gt Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode lt Fn gt lt F5 gt Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen external monitor if connected and both lt Fn gt lt F6 gt Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight off to save power Press any key to return lt Fn gt lt F7 gt Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off lt Fn gt lt F8 gt Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off 34 English lt Fn gt lt gt Volume up Increases the sound volume lt Fn gt lt gt Volume down Decreases the sound volume lt Fn gt lt gt Brightness up Increases the screen brightness lt Fn gt lt gt Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness Hotkey Icon Function Description 35 English Special keys You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper center and or bottom right of your keyboard The Euro symbol 1 Open a text editor or word processor
47. he page makes it easy to adjust the volume and control playback To rip music from an audio CD after you have inserted the CD click Rip CD In the page that opens select the songs you would like to rip or click Select or Clear All then click Start Ripping The progress of the ripping operation will be displayed on screen You can change the file quality of the ripped tracks by clicking Settings Make DVDs Acer Arcade provides an easy and complete solution for recording data audio photos or videos You can burn and share any combination of data music photos or videos onto a CD or DVD direct from Make DVD mode or some of the other Acer Arcade media modes Authoring CD DVDs With Acer Arcade it is possible to create CD or DVDs directly from the main menu or from whichever media mode you may be using The burn DVD option can be found in the Advanced or Main menu of Video Album and Music media modes You can burn your favorite songs to a CD or convert songs from your music collection to MP3 and other popular audio formats You can even create MP3 CDs with over 100 of your favorite songs and listen to them on your PC or MP3 CD player With Arcade you can also turn digital photos into a slide show with background music or film clips into an amateur movie You can share any event with your friends and family for playback on most DVD players You can even add customized theme menus and menu music 62 English It is
48. hts 68 local trips 67 troubleshooting 80 tips 80 U universal serial bus 73 V view front 18 left 18 rear 20 right 19 W Windows keys 32
49. icon on the taskbar to see the battery s present charge level Optimising battery life Optimizing battery life helps you get the most out of battery operation prolonging the charge recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency You are advised to follow the suggestions set out below Purchase an extra battery pack Use AC power whenever possible reserving battery for on the go use Eject a PC Card if it is not being used as it will continue to draw power for selected model Store the battery pack in a cool dry place The recommended temperature is 10 C to 30 C Higher temperatures cause the battery to self discharge faster Excessive recharging decreases the battery life Look after your AC adapter and battery 53 English English Battery low warning When using battery power pay attention to the Windows power meter Warning Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible after the battery low warning appears Data will be lost if the battery to become fully depleted and the computer shuts down When the battery low warning appears the recommended course of action depends on your situation Situation Recommended Action The AC adapter and a power outlet are available 1 Plug the AC adapter into the computer and then connect to the mains power supply 2 Save all necessary files 3 Resume work Turn off the computer if you want to recharge the battery rapidly
50. in Acer ezDock connector PC Card slot one Type II TravelMate biometric fingerprint reader 4 in 1 card reader MS MS Pro MMC SD Three USB 2 0 ports IEEE 1394 port Fast infrared FIR port External display VGA port Headphones speaker line out port Microphone in jack Line in jack Ethernet RJ 45 port Modem RJ 11 port DC in jack for AC adapter Security TravelMate biometric fingerprint reader BIOS user HDD and supervisor passwords Kensington lock slot 25 English English Software Acer Empowering Technology eNet Management ePower Management ePresentation Management eDataSecurity Management eLock Management eRecovery Management eSettings Management Acer Launch Manager Acer Protector Suite QL fingerprint utility Acer Arcade Acer Arcade Deluxe Norton Internet Security Adobe Reader CyberLink PowerProducer CyberLink PowerDVD NTI CD Maker Note Software listed above is for reference only The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased Options and accessories Acer ezDock Acer ezDock Lite Acer MediaBay slot load 8X DVD Super Multi double layer drive module Acer MediaBay 6 cell 3800 mAh Li ion second battery pack 512 M
51. indow To go up one folder level while searching for content click Up one level To return to the previous screen click the red arrow The buttons in the upper right minimize maximize close have standard PC behaviors To quit Arcade click the Close button in the upper right corner of the window Player controls At the bottom of the window the player controls used for video slide shows movies and music are shown The group on the left provides standard playback controls play pause stop etc The group on the right controls volume mute and volume up down Note When playing DVDs there are additional controls added to the right of the volume controls These are discussed in more detail in the Cinema sections of this guide 57 English Virtual keyboard Whenever you are required to enter search information or name a file DVD or folder you can use the onscreen virtual keyboard You can quickly enter the information you need using the mouse cursor keys or keyboard Background mode With Acer Arcade you can continue listening to music while you perform certain other functions Video and music will continue playing in a small window located in the bottom left hand corner of the screen You can press the stop button on the remote or click the onscreen stop icon to stop the playback at anytime 58 English Cinema If your computer came with a DVD drive you can play movies from DVDs and video CDs VCDs w
52. ion Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt Never place objects on top of the computer Do not slam the computer display when you close it Never place the computer on uneven surfaces Taking care of your AC adapter Here are some ways to take care of your AC adapter Do not connect the adapter to any other device Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic When unplugging the power cord do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the plug The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension cord Also the total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating xiv Taking care of your battery pack Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements Turn the power off before removing or replacing batteries Do not tamper with batteries Keep them away from children Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations Recycle if possible Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer follow these steps 1 Turn off the computer and remove the battery pack 2 Disconnect the AC adapter 3 Use a soft moist cloth Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners If either of
53. ion Declaration of Conformity 91 Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking 92 LCD panel ergonomic specifications 93 Index 94 1 Empowering Technology Acer Empowering Technology The Empowering Technology toolbar makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer system Displayed by default in the upper half of your screen it provides access to the following utilities Acer eNet Management hooks up to location based networks intelligently Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans Acer ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts display settings Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and encryption Acer eLock Management limits access to external storage media Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data flexibly reliably and completely Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily For more information right click on the Empowering Technology toolbar then select the Help or Tutorial function Empowering Technology password Before using Acer eLock Management and Acer eRecovery Management you must initialize the Empowering Technology password Right click on the Empowering Technology toolbar and select Password Setup to do so If you have not initialized the Empowering Technology password and run Acer eLock Management or Acer
54. is compatible with the local AC voltage Do not use converter kits sold for appliances to power the computer If you are using the modem check if the modem and connector is compatible with the telecommunications system of the country you are traveling in 69 English Securing your computer Your computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of Learn how to protect and take care of your computer Security features include hardware and software locks a security notch and passwords Using a computer security lock A security keylock notch located on the chassis of the computer lets you connect a Kensington compatible computer security lock Wrap a computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to secure the lock Some keyless models are also available Using passwords Passwords protect your computer from unauthorized access Setting these passwords creates several different levels of protection for your computer and data Supervisor Password prevents unauthorized entry into the BIOS utility Once set you must enter this password to gain access to the BIOS utility See BIOS utility on page 77 User Password secures your computer against unauthorized use Combine the use of this password with password checkpoints on boot up and resume from Hibernation for maximum security Passwor
55. ith the Cinema function of Acer Arcade This player has the features and controls of a typical DVD player When you insert a disk into the DVD drive the movie begins playing automatically To control the movie the pop up player control panel appears at the bottom of the window when you move the pointer If more than one optical drive contains a playable disk click the Cinema button on the Home page to open the Cinema content page then select the disk you d like to watch from the list on the right When viewing DVDs the following special controls are added to the pop up panel DVD Menu Subtitles Language Snapshot Angle The disk currently playing will be shown in the area above the list of drives This page is also displayed when you press the Stop button during a movie The buttons on the left side allow you to resume the movie from the point it was stopped restart the movie from the beginning jump to the DVD menu eject the disk or go to the DVD Settings page Settings To access the settings for Cinema first click the Settings button on the main menu and then click on Cinema This allows you to change Video and Language settings The Settings control the audio and subtitle output of DVDs Subtitles selects the default subtitle language for DVDs when available The factory setting is Off Closed Captions turns on the closed captions on DVDs This function displays captions
56. jecting the optical CD or DVD disk 36 Using a computer security lock 36 Audio 37 Adjusting the volume 37 Using the system utilities 38 Acer Protector Suite QL fingerprint utility 38 Password choice 38 Correct scanning procedure 39 User s Fingers 39 User Enrollment 39 Launch Manager 40 Norton Internet Security 40 Frequently asked questions 42 Requesting service 45 International Travelers Warranty ITW 45 Before you call 45 Using your computer in tablet mode 47 Writing in tablet mode 47 Converting to notebook mode 48 Converting to tablet mode 49 Battery pack 50 Battery pack characteristics 50 Maximizing the battery s life 50 Installing and removing the battery pack 51 Charging the battery 52 Checking the battery level 52 Optimising battery life 52 Battery low warning 53 Acer Arcade for selected models 54 Finding and playing content 55 Settings 55 Arcade controls 56 Navigation controls 56 Player controls 56 Virtual keyboard 57 Background mode 57 Cinema 58 Settings 58 Album 59 Editing Pictures 59 Slide Show settings 59 Video 60 Playing a video file 60 Snapshot 60 Editing video 60 Music 61 Make DVDs 61 Authoring CD DVDs 61 Acer Arcade Deluxe for selected models 63 Starting Acer Arcade Deluxe 64 VideoMagician 64 DV Wizard 64 DVDivine 64 Taking your notebook PC with you 65 Disconnecting from the desktop 65 Moving around 65 Preparing the computer 65 What to bri
57. lity to edit captured video clips photos and footage from a camcorder into a movie You can also select a movie style and add special transition effects and music to create the perfect home movie To edit a movie click Advanced and then select Edit Video Then select the clips you wish to edit from your folders To complete your movie you may also choose a Movie Style Background Music the perfect ratio of music and audio as well as the length of the movie Select Scenes can be used to include your favorite or the most important scenes or the editing decisions can be left to the editing program Once compiled the final movie can then be burned to disk to share with family and friends 61 English Note For more details on editing video and all the associated features please refer to the Acer Arcade help menu Music For convenient access to your music collection click Music on the Arcade homepage to open the Music homepage Select the folder CD or category that contains the music you want to listen to Click Play to listen to the entire content from the beginning or select the song that you want to hear from the list in the content area The songs in the folder are shown in the content area while the left side has controls for Play Shuffle and Repeat All The Visualize option allows you to watch computer generated visuals while you listen to music When playing music the control panel at the bottom of t
58. llowing symptoms may appear in the hands wrists arms shoulders neck or back numbness or a burning or tingling sensation aching soreness or tenderness pain swelling or throbbing stiffness or tightness coldness or weakness If you have these symptoms or any other recurring or persistent discomfort and or pain related to computer use consult a physician immediately and inform your company s health and safety department The following section provides tips for more comfortable computer use x Finding your comfort zone Find your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor using a footrest or raising your sitting height to achieve maximum comfort Observe the following tips refrain from staying too long in one fixed posture avoid slouching forward and or leaning backward stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on your leg muscles take short rests to relax your neck and shoulders avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders install the external display keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach if you view your monitor more than your documents place the display at the center of your desk to minimize neck strain Taking care of your vision Long viewing hours wearing incorrect glasses or contact lenses glare excessive room lighting poorly focused screens very small typefaces and low contrast displays could stres
59. mpowering Technology For more information please refer to Acer eRecovery Management on page 79 in the AcerSystem User s Guide Note If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD please use Acer eRecovery Management s System backup to optical disc feature to burn a backup image to CD or DVD To ensure the best results when recovering your system using a CD or Acer eRecovery Management detach all peripherals except the external Acer ODD if your computer has one including your Acer ezDock 12 Empowering Technology Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications set BIOS passwords and modify boot options Acer eSettings Management also Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigation Prints and saves hardware specifications Lets you set an asset tag for your system 13 Empowering Technology Windows Mobility Center The Windows Mobility Center collects key mobile related system settings in one easy to find place so you can quickly configure your Acer system to fit the situation as you change locations networks or activities Settings include display brightness power plan volume wireless networking on off external display settings display orientation and synchronization status Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device if applicable sharing folders overview sharing se
60. n screen to complete the process 79 English Burn backup disc Using the Burn Disc page of Acer eRecovery Management you can burn the factory default image a user backup image the current system configuration or an application backup image to CD or DVD 1 Press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt or select Acer eRecovery Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management 2 Switch to the Burn Disc page by selecting the Burn Disc button 3 Select the type of backup factory default user current system application you would like to burn to disc Choosing to burn a user backup will burn your most recently created backup image to disc 4 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process Note Create a factory default image when you want to burn a bootable disc that contains your computer s entire operating system as it was delivered to you from the factory If you wish to have a disc that will allow you to browse the contents and install selected drivers and applications create an application backup image instead this disc will not be bootable Restore and recovery The restore and recovery features allow you to restore or recover the system from a factory default image from a user created image or from previously created CD and DVD backups You can also reinstall applications and drivers for your Acer system 1 Press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt or select Acer eRecovery Management fr
61. ng to meetings 66 Taking the computer home 66 Preparing the computer 66 What to take with you 66 Special considerations 67 Setting up a home office 67 Traveling with the computer 67 Preparing the computer 67 What to take with you 67 Special considerations 68 Traveling internationally with the computer 68 Preparing the computer 68 What to bring with you 68 Special considerations 68 Securing your computer 69 Using a computer security lock 69 Using passwords 69 Entering passwords 70 Setting passwords 70 Expanding through options 71 Connectivity options 71 Fax data modem 71 Built in network feature 72 Fast Infrared FIR for selected models 72 Universal Serial Bus USB 73 IEEE 1394 port for selected models 73 PC Card slot 74 Installing memory 74 BIOS utility 75 Boot sequence 75 Enable disk to disk recovery 76 Password 76 Using software 77 Playing DVD movies 77 Acer eRecovery Management 78 Create backup 78 Burn backup disc 79 Restore and recovery 79 Troubleshooting 80 Troubleshooting tips 80 Error messages 80 Regulations and safety notices 82 FCC notice 82 Modem notices 83 Laser compliance statement 86 LCD pixel statement 86 Macrovision copyright protection notice 86 Radio device regulatory notice 87 General 87 European Union EU 87 The FCC RF safety requirement 89 Canada Low power license exempt radio communication devices RSS 210 90 Federal Communications Comiss
62. ng two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference 83 English English and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Notice Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Remarque l intention des utilisateurs canadiens Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby Acer declares that this notebook PC series is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC Please visit http global acer com products notebook reg nb index htm for complete documents Compliant with Russian regulatory certification Modem notices Notice for USA This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules Located on the modem is a label that contains among other information the FCC Registration Number and Ringer Equivalence Number REN for this equipment Upon request you must provide this information to your telephone company If your telephone equipment causes harm to the telephone network the telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily If possible they will notify you in advance But if advance notice is not practical you will be notified as soon as possible You will also be informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC 84 English Your
63. o not recommend using the computer on a couch or bed If this is unavoidable work for only short periods take breaks regularly and do some stretching exercises Note For more information please refer to Regulations and safety notices on page 82 in the AcerSystem User s Guide xii First things first We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs Your guides To help you use your Acer notebook we have designed a set of guides Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and off To turn on the computer simply press and release the power button below the LCD screen beside the easy launch buttons See Top View on page 15 for the location of the power button First off the Just for Starters poster helps you get started with setting up your computer The printed User s Guide introduces you to the basic features and functions of your new computer For more on how your computer can help you to be more productive please refer to the AcerSystem User s Guide This guide contains detailed information on such subjects as system utilities data recovery expansion options and troubleshooting In addition it contains warranty information and the general regulations and safety notices for your notebook It is available in Portable Document Format PDF and comes preloaded on your notebook Follow these steps to access it 1 Click on Start All
64. o so Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF transmissions vii Pacemakers Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation of 15 3 centimeters 6 inches be maintained between wireless devices and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker These recommendations are consistent with the independent research by and recommendations of Wireless Technology Research Persons with pacemakers should do the following Always keep the device more than 15 3 centimeters 6 inches from the pacemaker Not carry the device near your pacemaker when the device is switched o If you suspect interference switch off your device and move it Hearing aids Some digital wireless devices may interfere with some hearing aids If interference occurs consult your service provider Vehicles RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles such as electronic fuel injection systems electronic antiskid antilock braking systems electronic speed control systems and air bag systems For more information check with the manufacturer or its representative of your vehicle or any equipment that has been added Only qualified personnel should service the device or install the device in a vehicle Faulty installation or service may be dangerous and may invalidate any warranty that may apply to the device Check
65. om the Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management 2 Switch to the restore and recovery page by selecting the Restore button 3 Select the backup point you would like to restore from You can also choose to recover the system from a factory default image recover from a previously created CD DVD or reinstall applications and drivers 4 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process 80 English Troubleshooting This chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs Solutions to more serious problems require opening up the computer Do not attempt to open the computer yourself contact your dealer or authorized service center for assistance Troubleshooting tips This notebook PC incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message reports to help you solve problems If the system reports an error message or an error symptom occurs see Error messages below If the problem cannot be resolved contact your dealer See Requesting service on page 45 Error messages If you receive an error message note the message and take the corrective action The following table lists the error messages in alphabetical order together with the recommended course of action Error messages Corrective action CMOS battery bad Contact your dealer or an authorized service center CMOS checksum error Contact your dealer or an
66. on Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 This device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device b Operation in 2 4 GHz band To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors and installation outdoors is subject to licensing c Operation in 5 GHz band The device for the band 5150 5250 MHz is only for indoor usage to reduce potential for harmful interference to co channel Mobile Satellite systems High power radars are allocated as primary users meaning they have priority of 5250 5350 MHz and 5650 5850 MHz and these radars could cause interference and or damage to LELAN Licence Exempt Local Area Network devices 91 English English Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The following local manufacturer importer is responsible for this declaration Product name Notebook PC Model number ZE2 Machine type TravelMate C210 SKU number TravelMate C21x x 0 9 a z or A Z Name of responsible party Acer America Corporation A
67. or folder lt gt lt G gt Cycle through Sidebar gadgets lt gt lt L gt Lock your computer if you are connected to a network domain or switch users if you re not connected to a network domain lt gt lt M gt Minimizes all windows lt gt lt R gt Open the Run dialog box lt gt lt T gt Cycle through programs on the taskbar lt gt lt U gt Open Ease of Access Center lt gt lt X gt Open Windows Mobility Center lt gt lt BREAK gt Display the System Properties dialog box lt gt lt SHIFT M gt Restore minimized windows to the desktop lt gt lt TAB gt Cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3 D lt gt lt SPACEBAR gt Bring all gadgets to the front and select Windows Sidebar lt CTRL gt lt gt lt F gt Search for computers if you are on a network lt CTRL gt lt gt lt TAB gt Use the arrow keys to cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3 D Note Depending on your edition of Windows Vista some shortcuts may not function as described Application key This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button it opens the application s context menu 33 English Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access many computer controls including screen brightness volume output and the BIOS utility To activate hotkeys press and hold t
68. osive atmosphere are often but not always clearly marked They include below deck on boats chemical transfer or storage facilities vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas such as propane or butane and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles such as grain dust or metal powders viii Emergency calls Warning You cannot make emergency calls through this device To make an emergency call you shall dial out through your mobile phone or other telephone call system Disposal instructions Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment please recycle For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment WEEE regulations visit http global acer com about sustainability htm Mercury advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD CRT monitor or display Lamp s inside this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of according to local state or federal laws For more information contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at www eiae org For lamp specific disposal information check www lamprecycle org ix ENERGY STAR is a government program public private partnership that gives people the power to protect the environment in a cost effective way and without sacrificing quality or product features Products that earn the ENERGY STAR prevent greenhouse gas emissions by
69. ot operate Please ensure that a separate telephone not dependent on local power is available for emergency use 86 English Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product The CD or DVD drive s classification label shown below is located on the drive CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 PRODUIT LASERATTENTION RADIATION DU FAISCEAU LASER INVISIBLE EN CAS D OUVERTURE EVITTER TOUTE EXPOSITION AUX RAYONS LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE LASER KLASSE 1 VORSICHT UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG WENN ABDECKUNG GE FFNET NICHT DEM STRAHLL AUSSETZEN PRODUCTO L SER DE LA CLASE I ADVERTENCIA RADIACI N L SER INVISIBLE AL SER ABIERTO EVITE EXPONERSE A LOS RAYOS ADVARSEL LASERSTR LING VED BNING SE IKKE IND I STR LEN VARO LAVATTAESSA OLET ALTTINA LASERS TEILYLLE VARNING LASERSTR LNING N R DENNA DEL R PPNAD L TUIJOTA S TEESEENSTIRRA EJ IN I STR LEN VARNING LASERSTR LNING NAR DENNA DEL R PPNADSTIRRA EJ IN I STR LEN ADVARSEL LASERSTR LING NAR DEKSEL PNESSTIRR IKKE INN I STR LEN LCD pixel statement The LCD unit is produced with high precision manufacturing techniques Nevertheless some pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black or red dots This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction Macrovision copyright protection notice U S Pa
70. plied to models with 3G function Article 3 2 Spectrum Usages EN300 328 V1 5 1 2004 EN301 893 V1 2 3 2003 EN300 220 1 V1 3 1 2000 Applied to models with 27MHz wireless mouse keyboard EN300 220 3 V1 1 1 2000 Applied to models with 27MHz 88 English wireless mouse keyboard EN301 511 V9 0 2 2003 Applied to models with 3G function EN301 908 1 V2 2 1 2003 Applied to models with 3G function EN301 908 2 V2 2 1 2003 Applied to models with 3G function 89 English English List of applicable countries EU member states as of May 2004 are Belgium Denmark Germany Greece Spain France Ireland Italy Luxembourg the Netherlands Austria Portugal Finland Sweden United Kingdom Estonia Latvia Lithuania Poland Hungary Czech Republic Slovak Republic Slovenia Cyprus and Malta Usage allowed in the countries of European Union as well as Norway Switzerland Iceland and Liechtenstein This device must be used in strict accordance with the regulations and constraints in the country of use For further information please contact local office in the country of use The FCC RF safety requirement The radiated output power of the wireless LAN Mini PCI Card and Bluetooth card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the notebook PC series shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized a
71. r logo are registered trademarks of Acer Incorporated Other companies product names or trademarks are used herein for identification purposes only and belong to their respective companies iii Information for your safety and comfort Safety instructions Read these instructions carefully Keep this document for future reference Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product Turning the product off before cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning CAUTION for plug as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to the AC power outlet Unplug the power cord before removing the power supply unit from the computer If the system has multiple sources of power disconnect power from the system by unplugging all power cords from the power supplies CAUTION for Accessibility Be sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as possible When you need to disconnect power to the equipment be sure to unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet CAUTION for Dummy Card of PCMCIA amp Express Slot Your computer shipped with plastic dummies installed in the PCMCIA amp Express slot Dummies protect unu
72. regularly that all wireless equipment in your vehicle is mounted and operating properly Do not store or carry flammable liquids gases or explosive materials in the same compartment as the device its parts or enhancements For vehicles equipped with an air bag remember that air bags inflate with great force Do not place objects including installed or portable wireless equipment in the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area If in vehicle wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag inflates serious injury could result Using your device while flying in aircraft is prohibited Switch off your device before boarding an aircraft The use of wireless teledevices in an aircraft may be dangerous to the operation of the aircraft disrupt the wireless telephone network and may be illegal Potentially explosive environments Switch off your device when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions Potentially explosive atmospheres include areas where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death Switch off the device at refueling points such as near gas pumps at service stations Observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots storage and distribution areas chemical plants or where blasting operations are in progress Areas with a potentially expl
73. rged The light shows green when in AC mode Easy launch buttons Located to the right of the keyboard are four buttons These buttons are called easy launch buttons They are user programmable button Acer Empowering Key lt gt Web browser and mail Press lt gt to run the Acer Empowering Technology Please see Acer Empowering Technology on page 1 The mail and Web browser buttons are pre set to email and Internet programs but can be reset by users To set the Web browser mail and programmable buttons run the Acer Launch Manager See Launch Manager on page 40 Easy launch button Default application P User programmable Acer Empowering Technology user programmable Internet browser user programmable Mail Email application user programmable 29 English Trackpoint and click buttons The built in trackpoint is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface This means the cursor responds as you use your finger to move the trackpoint Its central location on the keyboard provides optimum comfort and support Trackpoint basics The following items show you how to use the trackpoint and click buttons Using your finger apply light steady pressure on the trackpoint 1 to move the cursor Press the left 2 and right 3 buttons located below the keyboard to perform selection and execution functions These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse Scrolling
74. rvice on or off and a shortcut to the Acer user guide drivers and utilities To launch Windows Mobility Center Use the shortcut key lt gt lt X gt Start Windows Mobility Center from the Control panel Start Windows Mobility Center from the Accessories program group in the Start menu 14 Empowering Technology 15 English English A TravelMate tour After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters poster let us show you around your new TravelMate computer Top View Item Description 1 Display screen Also called Liquid Crystal Display LCD it displays computer output 2 Tablet mode button Escape button for use in tablet PC mode 3 Tablet mode button Function button for use in tablet PC mode 4 Tablet mode button Screen rotate button for use in tablet PC mode 5 Biometric fingerprint reader Provides fingerprint verified access to operating system applications manufacturing option For details refer to Acer Protector Suite QL fingerprint utility on page 38 16 English Open front view 6 Windows Security lock button A tablet mode button it functions like Ctrl Alt Del to lock access to the operating system 7 Power switch Turns the computer on and off Item Description 1 Keyboard For entering data in notebook PC mode 2 Built in trackpoint Touch sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mous
75. s follows 1 Users are requested to follow the RF safety instructions on wireless option devices that are included in the user s manual of each RF option device Caution To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements a separation distance of at least 20 cm 8 inches must be maintained between the antenna for the integrated wireless LAN Mini PCI Card built in to the screen section and all persons Note The Acer wireless Mini PCI adapter implements a transmission diversity function The function does not emit radio frequencies simultaneously from both antennas One of the antennas is selected automatically or manually by users to ensure good quality radio communication 90 English 2 This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5 15 to 5 25 GHz frequency range FCC requires this product to be used indoors for the frequency range 5 15 to 5 25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co channel Mobile Satellite systems 3 High power radar are allocated as primary users of the 5 25 to 5 35 GHz and 5 65 to 5 85 GHz bands These radar stations can cause interference with and or damage this device 4 An improper installation or unauthorized use may cause harmful interference to radio communications Also any tampering of the internal antenna will void the FCC certification and your warranty Canada Low power license exempt radio communication devices RSS 210 a Common informati
76. s your eyes The following sections provide suggestions on how to reduce eyestrain Eyes Rest your eyes frequently Give your eyes regular breaks by looking away from the monitor and focusing on a distant point Blink frequently to keep your eyes from drying out Display Keep your display clean Keep your head at a higher level than the top edge of the display so your eyes point downward when looking at the middle of the display Adjust the display brightness and or contrast to a comfortable level for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity Eliminate glare and reflections by placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source minimizing room light by using drapes shades or blinds using a task light changing the display s viewing angle using a glare reduction filter using a display visor such as a piece of cardboard extended from the display s top front edge Avoid adjusting your display to an awkward viewing angle Avoid looking at bright light sources such as open windows for extended periods of time xi Developing good work habits Develop the following work habits to make your computer use more relaxing and productive Take short breaks regularly and often Perform some stretching exercises Breathe fresh air as often as possible Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy body Warning We d
77. sed slots from dust metal object or other particles Save the dummy for use when no PCMCIA or Express Card is installed in the slot CAUTION for Listening To protect your hearing follow these instructions Increase the volume gradually until you can hear clearly and comfortably Do not increase the volume level after your ears have adjusted Do not listen to music at high volumes for extended periods Do not increase the volume to block out noisy surroundings Decrease the volume if you can t hear people speaking near you iv Warnings Do not use this product near water Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand or table If the product falls it could be seriously damaged Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating These openings must not be blocked or covered The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register or in a built in installation unless proper ventilation is provided Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into the product To avoid damage of internal components and to pre
78. sh English Base view Item Description 1 Battery bay Houses the computer s battery pack 2 Battery lock latch Locks the battery in place 3 Memory compartment Houses the computer s main memory secured with screws 4 Cooling fan Cools computer during use Note Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan 5 Hard disk bay Houses the computer s hard disk secured with screws 6 Optical drive Internal optical drive hot swappable Acer MediaBay drive module is optional 7 Optical drive release latch Releases the optical drive module for removal 8 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal 22 English Specifications Operating system Windows Vista Ultimate Windows Vista Home Premium Windows Vista Business Platform Intel Centrino Duo mobile technology featuring Intel Core 2 Duo processor T5500 T5600 2 MB L2 cache 1 66 1 83 GHz 667 MHz FSB and T7200 T7400 4 MB L2 cache 2 2 16 GHz 667 MHz FSB supporting Intel Extended Memory 64 Technology EM64T Mobile Intel 945PM Express chipset Intel PRO Wireless 3945ABG network connection dual band tri mode 802 11a b g or Intel PRO Wireless 3945BG network connection dual mode 802 11b g Wi Fi CERTIFIED solution supporting Acer SignalUp wireless technology System memory Up to 2 GB of DDR2 533 667 MHz memory upgradeable to 4 GB usin
79. sources IEEE 1394 port for selected models The computer s IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect to an IEEE 1394 compatible device like a video camera or digital camera See your video or digital camera s documentation for details 74 English PC Card slot The Type II PC Card slot of the computer accepts PC Cards that enhance the usability and expandability of the computer These cards should have a PC Card logo on them PC Cards formerly PCMCIA are add on cards for portable computers giving you expansion possibilities long afforded by desktop PCs Popular PC Cards include flash fax data modem wireless LAN and SCSI cards CardBus improves on the 16 bit PC card technology by expanding the bandwidth to 32 bits Note Refer to your card s manual for details on how to install and use the card and its functions Inserting a PC Card Insert the card into the slot and make the proper connections e g network cable if necessary See your card manual for details Ejecting a PC Card Before ejecting a PC Card 1 Exit the application using the card 2 Left click on the PC Card icon on the taskbar and stop the card operation 3 Press the slot eject button to pop out the eject button then press it again to eject the card Installing memory Follow these steps to install memory 75 English 1 Turn off the computer unplug the AC adapter if connected and remove the battery pack Then turn the computer over
80. t is a tool to quickly backup and restore the system You can create and save a backup of the current system configuration to hard disk CD or DVD You can also backup restore the factory default image and reinstall applications and drivers Acer eRecovery Management consists of the following functions 1 Create backup 2 Burn backup disc 3 Restore and recovery This chapter will guide you through each process Note This feature is only available on certain models For systems that do not have a built in optical disc burner plug in an external optical disc burner before entering Acer eRecovery Management for optical disc related tasks When using Acer eRecovery Management you may be prompted to enter the Empowering Technology password to proceed The Empowering Technology password is set using the Empowering Technology toolbar or when first running Acer eLock Management or Acer eRecovery Management Create backup You can easily create full and fast incremental backup images of your system configuration to hard disk from the main Acer eRecovery Management screen Note Fast incremental Backup is only available after a Full Backup is made 1 Press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt or select Acer eRecovery Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management 2 In the Acer eRecovery Management window select the type of backup you want to create using Full or Fast 3 Follow the instructions o
81. tch to the power plan you wish to edit 2 Adjust settings as required 5 Empowering Technology 3 Click Apply to save your new settings To delete a power plan You cannot delete the power plan you are currently using If you want to delete the active power plan switch to another one first 1 Select the power plan you wish to delete from the drop down list 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon Battery status For real time battery life estimates based on current usage refer to the panel in the upper half of the window Click the to view estimated battery life in sleep and hibernate modes 6 Empowering Technology Acer ePresentation Management Acer ePresentation Management lets you project your computer s display to an external display device or projector using the hotkey lt Fn gt lt F5 gt If auto detection hardware is implemented in the system and the external display supports it your system display will be automatically switched out when an external display is connected to the system For projectors and external devices that are not auto detected launch Acer ePresentation Management to choose an appropriate display setting Note If the restored resolution is not correct after disconnecting a projector or you need to use an external resolution that is not supported by Acer ePresentation Management adjust your display settings using Display Properties or the utility provided by the graphics vendor
82. tem Optical Drive Devices includes any kind of CD ROM DVD ROM HD DVD or Blu ray drive devices Floppy Drive Devices 3 5 inch floppy drives only To use Acer eLock Management the Empowering Technology password must be set first Once set you can apply locks to any of the devices types Lock s will immediately be set without any reboot necessary and will remain after rebooting until removed Note If you lose the Empowering Technology password there is no method to reset it except by reformatting your system Make sure to remember or write down your password 9 Empowering Technology 10 Empowering Technology Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is a versatile backup utility It allows you to create full or incremental backups burn the factory default image to optical disc and restore from previously created backups or reinstall applications and drivers By default user created backups are stored to the D drive Acer eRecovery Management provides you with Password protection Empowering Technology password Full and incremental backups to hard disk or optical disc Creation of backups Factory default image User backup image Current system configuration Application backup Restore and recovery Factory default image User backup image From previously created CD DVD Reinstall applications drivers 11 E
83. tent Nos 4 631 603 4 819 098 4 907 093 5 315 448 and 6 516 132 This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U S patents and other intellectual property rights Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited 87 English English Radio device regulatory notice Note Below regulatory information is for models with wireless LAN and or Bluetooth only General This product complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use Depending on configurations this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices such as wireless LAN and or Bluetooth modules Below information is for products with such devices European Union EU R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standard Article 3 1 a Health and Safety EN60950 1 2001 EN50371 2002 EN50360 2002 Applied to models with 3G function Article 3 1 b EMC EN301 489 1 V1 4 1 2002 EN301 489 17 V1 2 1 2002 EN301 489 3 V1 4 1 2002 Applied to models with 27MHz wireless mouse keyboard EN301 489 7 V1 2 1 2002 Applied to models with 3G function EN301 489 24 V1 2 1 2002 Ap
84. tery the faster it will reach the end of its effective life A standard computer battery has a life span of about 300 charges Installing and removing the battery pack Important Before removing the battery from the unit connect the AC adapter if you want to continue using your computer Otherwise turn off the computer first To install a battery pack 1 Align the battery with the open battery bay make sure that the end with the contacts will enter first and that the top surface of the battery is facing up 2 Slide the battery into the battery bay and gently push until the battery locks in place 52 English To remove a battery pack 1 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery 2 Pull the battery from the battery bay Charging the battery To charge the battery first make sure that it is correctly installed in the battery bay Plug the AC adapter into the computer and connect to a mains power outlet You can continue to operate your computer on AC power while your battery is charging However charging the battery with the computer turned off results in a significantly faster charge time Note You are advised to charge the battery before retiring for the day Charging the battery overnight before traveling enables you to start the next day with a fully charged battery Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level Rest the cursor over the battery power
85. to access its base 2 Remove the screws from the memory cover then lift up and remove the memory cover 3 a Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot then b gently press it down until it clicks into place 4 Replace the memory cover and secure it with the screw 5 Reinstall the battery pack and reconnect the AC adapter 6 Turn on the computer The computer automatically detects and reconfigures the total memory size Please consult a qualified technician or contact your local Acer dealer BIOS utility The BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer s BIOS Your computer is already properly configured and optimized and you do not need to run this utility However if you encounter configuration problems you may need to run it To activate the BIOS utility press lt F2 gt during the POST while the notebook PC logo is being displayed Boot sequence To set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility activate the BIOS utility then select Boot from the categories listed at the top of the screen 76 English Enable disk to disk recovery To enable disk to disk recovery hard disk recovery activate the BIOS utility then select Main from the categories listed at the top of the screen Find D2D Recovery at the bottom of the screen and use the lt F5 gt and lt F6 gt keys to set this value to Enabled Password To set a password on boot activate the BIOS utility then s
86. to the computer If the Sleep indicator is lit the computer is in Sleep mode Press and release the power button to resume Image is not full screen Each computer display has a different native resolution depending on the screen If you set the resolution lower than this native resoution the screen expands to fill the computer display Right click on your Windows desktop and select Properties to bring up the Display Properties dialog box Then click on the Settings tab to make sure that the resolution is set to the appropriate resolution Resolutions lower than the specified resolution are not full screen on the computer or on an external monitor 43 English No audio is heard from the computer Check the following The volume may be muted In Windows look at the volume control speaker icon on the taskbar If it is crossed out click on the icon and deselect the Mute all option The volume level may be too low In Windows look at the volume control icon on the taskbar You can also use the volume control buttons to adjust the volume See Hotkeys on page 34 for more detail If headphones earphones or external speakers are connected to the line out port on the computer the internal speakers automatically turn off I want to eject the optical drive tray without turning on the power There is a mechanical eject hole on the optical drive Simply insert the tip of a pen or paperclip into the hole and
87. ts on your computer VideoMagician offers multiple themes to create exciting movies in just a few simple steps When you launch VideoMagician to edit a video the Select Videos page opens DV Wizard DV Wizard is a handy utility for quickly creating DVDs or other discs containing video pictures or music In just a few easy steps you can design organize then burn your disc When you start DV Wizard the Select Media page appears allowing you to select the kind of media that you want to include on your disc You can select Videos Pictures or Music DVDivine DVDivine provides real time preview and capture from DV camcorders and webcams to your computer s hard drive or directly burned to DVD DVDivine also supports the capture of High Definition video to your computer s hard disk in the DVD format Attach your DV camcorder or web cam to your computer and then start DVDivine to begin 65 English Taking your notebook PC with you This section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer Disconnecting from the desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories 1 Save any open files 2 Remove any media floppy disks or compact disks from the drive s 3 Shut down the computer 4 Close the display cover 5 Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter 6 Disconnect the keyboard pointing device printer external monitor and other external devic
88. uence in the case of beeps You are required to provide the following information Name _____________________________________________ Address ___________________________________________ Telephone number _________________________________ Machine and model type ____________________________ Serial number ______________________________________ Date of purchase ___________________________________ 46 English 47 English Using your computer in tablet mode Your computer is designed for convenience ergonomic use and portability Running the Windows XP Tablet PC Edition 2005 operating system your TravelMate utilizes an EMR stylus for pen based input Software developed specifically for the computer allows for both handwriting recognition converted to application text or handwriting captured as rich digital ink for manipulation editing and formatting Writing in tablet mode Your Acer TravelMate C210 comes ready for use in tablet mode Just remove the EMR stylus from the slot to begin pen based input 48 English Converting to notebook mode 1 Slide the LCD latch to the right 2 Gently pull the display unit from the bottom until it locks into the upright position and use the keyboard to enter data 49 English Converting to tablet mode 1 To return to tablet mode slide down the display unit from both sides 2 Push down on the LCD gently with both hands on the top corners until it clicks shut Warning M
89. uter xiv computer caring for xiii cleaning xiv disconnecting 65 features 15 38 indicators 27 keyboards 31 moving around 65 on indicator 17 27 security 69 setting up a home office 67 taking home 66 traveling internationally 68 traveling on local trips 67 troubleshooting 80 turning off xiii connections network 72 D display hotkeys 33 troubleshooting 42 DVD 77 DVD movies playing 77 E error messages 80 Euro 35 F FAQ See frequently asked questions frequently asked questions 42 front view 17 H Hibernation mode hotkey 33 hotkeys 33 I IEEE 1394 port 73 indicator lights 27 infrared 72 K keyboard 31 embedded numeric keypad 31 hotkeys 33 lock keys 31 troubleshooting 43 Windows keys 32 L LEDs 27 left view 17 95 English M media access on indicator 27 memory installing 74 75 messages error 80 modem 71 N network 72 Notebook Manager hotkey 33 num lock 31 on indicator 27 numeric keypad embedded 31 P password 69 types 69 PC Card 74 ejecting 74 inserting 74 ports 71 printer troubleshooting 43 problems 42 CD ROM 43 display 42 keyboard 43 printer 43 startup 42 troubleshooting 80 Q questions setting location for modem use 44 S safety CD or DVD 86 modem notices 83 scroll lock 31 security keylock 69 passwords 69 speakers hotkey 33 troubleshooting 43 status indicators 27 support information 45 T touchpad 29 hotkey 33 using 29 30 travel international flig
90. vent battery leakage do not place the product on a vibrating surface Never use it under sporting exercising or any vibrating environment which will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices HDD Optical drive and even exposure risk from lithium battery pack Using electrical power This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power available consult your dealer or local power company Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not locate this product where people will walk on the cord If an extension cord is used with this product make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating Also make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating Do not overload a power outlet strip or receptacle by plugging in too many devices The overall system load must not exceed 80 of the branch circuit rating If power strips are used the load should not exceed 80 of the power strip s input rating This product s AC adapter is equipped with a three wire grounded plug The plug only fits in a grounded power outlet Make sure the power outlet is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug Do not insert the plug into a non grounded power outlet Contact your electrician
91. you do not have to stop working For more information refer to the Norton Internet Security help files 42 English Frequently asked questions The following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer Easy solutions are provided for each one I turned on the power but the computer does not start or boot up Look at the power indicator If it is not lit no power is being supplied to the computer Check the following If you are using on the battery it may be low and unable to power the computer Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack Make sure that the AC adapter is properly plugged into the computer and to the power outlet If it is lit check the following Is a non bootable non system disk in the external USB floppy drive Remove or replace it with a system disk and press lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt lt Del gt to restart the system Nothing appears on the screen The computer s power management system automatically blanks the screen to save power Press any key to turn the display back on If pressing a key does not turn the display back on three things might be the cause The brightness level might be too low Press lt Fn gt lt gt increase to adjust the brightness level The display device might be set to an external monitor Press the display toggle hotkey lt Fn gt lt F5 gt to toggle the display back

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