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Acer TravelMate 2400 Owner's Manual

1. 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 Notice for Australia For safety reasons only connect headsets with a telecommunications compliance label This includes customer equipment previously labelled permitted or certified Notice for New Zealand For modem with approval number PTC 211 03 008 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 co
2. AC adaptor and power cord The printed User s Guide 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 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 adaptor for use at home With a second AC adaptor 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
3. TravelMate 3210 3220 3230 only MPEG 2 DVD hardware assisted capability S video TV out NTSC PAL support TravelMate 3210 3220 3230 only Storage subsystem 40 60 80 100 GB ATA 100 hard disk drive Optical drive options DVD Super Multi double layer TravelMate 3210 3220 3230 DVD Dual double layer TravelMate 2400 DVD CD RW combo 5 in 1 card reader supporting Secure Digital SD MultiMediaCard MMC xD Picture Card XD Memory Stick MS and Memory Stick PRO MS Pro Dimensions and weight 335 W x 240 D x 31 9 34 1 H mm 13 2 x 9 45 x 1 26 1 34 inches TravelMate 3220 2 6 kg 5 73 lbs TravelMate 2400 3210 2 25 kg 4 96 lbs TravelMate 3230 2 0 kg 4 4 lbs Weight may vary based on configuration Power subsystem ACPI 1 0b power management standard supports Standby and Hibernation power saving modes 2 5 hour rapid charge system off 3 5 hour charge in use 3 pin 65 W AC adaptor 8 English Input devices 84 85 key Acer FineTouch keyboard Built in touchpad with 4 way scroll button Four easy launch buttons Two front access LED buttons WLAN and Bluetooth Audio Audio system with built in speakers and microphone Intel AC 97 audio support Sound Blaster Pro and MS Sound compatible S PDIF Sony Philips Digital Interface support for digital speakers Communication Modem 56K ITU V 92 with PTT approval Wake on Ring ready LAN 10 100 Mbps TravelMate 2400 or gigabi
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5. 3220 3230 Series Notebook Computer Acer and the Acer 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 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 USA for 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 iv First things first We would like to thank you for making the TravelMate series of notebook computers your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs Your guides To help you use your TravelMate 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 Front view on page 1 for the location of the power button 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 First off the Just f
6. C Non operating 20 C to 65 C Humidity non condensing Operating 20 to 80 Non operating 20 to 80 System compliance Cisco Compatible Extensions CCX Wi Fi Mobile PC 2001 ACPI 1 0b DMI 2 0 Warranty One year International Travelers Warranty ITW 10 English Indicators The computer has three easy to read status indicators on the upper left above the keyboard and four on the front panel The power battery and wireless communication status indicators are visible even when the LCD display is closed 1 Charging The light shows amber when the battery is charging 2 Fully charged The light shows green when in AC mode Icon Function Description Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is activated Media activity Indicates when the hard disk or optical drive is active Bluetooth Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication Wireless LAN Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication Power Lights up when the computer is on Battery Lights up when the battery is being charged 11 English Easy launch buttons Located at the upper left above the keyboard are four buttons These buttons are called Easy launch buttons They are mail Web browser Acer Empowering Key and one user programmable button Press to run the Acer eManager Please see Acer eManager on page 20 The mail and Web buttons are p
7. 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 53 English 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 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 Macrovi
8. around your new TravelMate computer Front view Item Description 1 Display screen Also called Liquid Crystal Display LCD displays computer output 2 Power button Turns the computer on and off 3 Easy launch buttons Buttons for launching frequently used programs See Easy launch buttons on page 11 for more details 4 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording 2 English Closed front view 5 Status indicators Light Emitting Diodes LEDs that turn on and off to show the status of the computer s functions and components 6 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer 7 Click buttons left center and right The left and right buttons function like the left and right mouse buttons the center button serves as a 4 way scroll button 8 Touchpad Touch sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse 9 Keyboard For entering data into your computer Icon Item Description 1 Speaker out line out Headphone jack Connects to audio line out devices e g speakers headphones 2 Mic in jack Accepts inputs from external microphone 3 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output 4 Bluetooth communication button indicator Press to enable disable Bluetooth function Lights to indicate the status of Bluetooth communications option only available for TravelMate 3210 3220 3230 5 Wireless communi
9. burner plug in an external USB or IEEE 1394 compatible optical disk burner before entering Acer eRecovery for optical disk related tasks Create backup You can create and save backup images to hard drive CD or DVD 1 Boot to Windows XP 2 Press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt to open the Acer eRecovery utility 3 Enter the password to proceed The default password is six zeros 4 In the Acer eRecovery window select Recovery settings and click Next 5 In the Recovery settings window select Backup snapshot image and click Next 6 Select the backup method a Use Backup to HDD to store the backup disk image on drive D b Backup to optical device to store the backup image on CD or DVD 7 After choosing the backup method click Next Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process 42 English Restore from backup You can restore backups previously created as stated in the Create backup section from hard drive CD or DVD 1 Boot to Windows XP 2 Press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt to open the Acer eRecovery utility 3 Enter the password to proceed The default password is six zeros 4 In the Acer eRecovery window select Recovery actions and click Next 5 Select the desired restore action and follow the onscreen instructions to complete the restore process Note The Restore C item is enabled only if there is a user backup stored on the hard drive D Please refer to the Create backup
10. 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 34 English Expanding through options Your notebook PC offers you a complete 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 35 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 network jack on the left hand side of the computer to a network jack or hub on your network Fast Infrared on 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 tr
11. gt lt R gt Opens the Run dialog box lt gt lt M gt Minimizes all windows lt Shift gt lt gt lt M gt Undoes the minimize all windows action Application key This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button it opens the application s context menu 16 English 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 eManager See Acer eManager on page 20 lt Fn gt lt F3 gt Acer ePowerMana gement Launches Acer ePowerManagement in Acer eManager See Acer eManager on page 20 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 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 17 English Speci
12. 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 adaptor 3 Use a soft moist cloth Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners If either of 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 24 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 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 Users are requested to follow the RF safety instructions for wireless option devices that are included in the user s manual of each RF option device An improper installation or unauthorized use may cause harmful interference to radio
13. 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 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 4 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 5 This equipment may not provide for the effective hand over of a call to another device connected to the same line 6 Under power failure conditions this appliance may not operate Please ensure that a separate telephone not dependent on local power is available for emergency use 7 Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom s Telepermit requirements are dependent on the equipme
14. Follow the steps below to change the password in Acer eRecovery 1 Boot to Windows XP 2 Press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt to open the Acer eRecovery utility 3 Enter the password to proceed The default password is six zeros 4 In the Acer eRecovery window select Recovery settings and click Next 5 In the Recovery settings window select Password Change Acer eRecovery password and click Next 6 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process Note If the system crashes and will not boot to Windows you can run Acer disk to disk recovery to restore the factory default image under DOS mode 44 English 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 computer 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 27 Error messages If you receive an error message note the message and take the corrective action The following table lists the error messages in alpha
15. TravelMate 2400 3210 3220 3230 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 ___________________________________ Purchase date ___________________________________ Place of purchase ________________________________ Copyright 2005 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved TravelMate 2400 3210 3220 3230 Series User s Guide Original Issue Sep 2005 TravelMate 2400 3210
16. al keys You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper center and or bottom right of your keyboard To type The Euro symbol 1 Open a text editor or word processor 2 Either press lt gt at the bottom right of the keyboard or 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 Either press lt gt at the bottom right of the keyboard or 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 18 English Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray To eject the optical drive tray when the computer is turned on press the drive eject button When the power is off you can eject the drive tray by using the emergency eject hole Using a computer security lock A security keylock notch located on the right hand side of the computer lets you connect a Kensington compatible computer 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 Some keyless models are also available 19 English Audio The computer com
17. ansfer data at speeds of up to 4 Mbps at a distance of up to one meter 36 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 resources IEEE 1394 port on 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 37 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 butt
18. betical 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 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 45 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 46 English English Regulations and safety notices ENERGY STAR guidelines compliance As an ENERGY STAR partner Acer Inc has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for en
19. book 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 adaptor 6 Disconnect the keyboard pointing device printer external monitor and other external devices 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 29 Engl
20. can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start All Programs and then Launch Manager to start the application 23 English Norton AntiVirus Norton AntiVirus is an anti virus software that finds and repairs infected files and protects against viruses to keep your computer data safe and secure How do I check for viruses A Full System Scan scans all files on your computer To perform a system scan 1 Start Norton AntiVirus Double click on the Norton AntiVirus Icon on the desktop or click on the Start menu in the Windows taskbar highlight Programs and select Norton AntiVirus 2 In the Norton AntiVirus main window click Scan for Viruses 3 In the Scan for Viruses panel click Scan My Computer 4 Under Actions click Scan 5 When the scan is complete a scan summary appears Click Finished 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 you do not have to stop working For more information refer to the Norton AntiVirus Help menu 24 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 pressed the power button and opened the display but the computer does not start or boot up Look at the power indicator If it i
21. cation button indicator Press to enable disable the wireless function Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication 6 Power indicator Lights when the computer is on Item Description 3 English Left view 7 Battery indicator Lights when the battery is being charged Icon Item Description 1 External display port Connects to a display device e g external monitor LCD projector 2 S video out port Connects to a television or display device with S video input on selected models 3 Network jack RJ 45 Connects to an Ethernet 10 100 1000 based network depends on model 4 Modem jack RJ 11 Connects to a phone line 5 Two USB 2 0 ports Connect to USB 2 0 devices e g USB mouse USB camera 6 IEEE 1394 port Connects to IEEE 1394 devices on selected models 7 PC Card slot Accepts one Type II PC Card 8 5 in 1 card reader Accepts an MS MS PRO MMC SD xD Picture card on selected models Note Only one card can operate at any given time 9 Infrared port Interfaces with infrared devices e g infrared printer and IR aware computer on selected models 10 PC Card slot eject button Ejects the PC Card from the slot Icon Item Description 4 English Right view Note The position of items 2 3 and 4 may vary depending on model Rear view Icon Item Description 1 Optical drive Internal optical drive accepts CDs or DVDs depend
22. communications Also any tampering of the internal antenna will void the FCC certification and your warranty To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors and installation outdoors is subject to licensing For more information about our products services and support information please visit our website http global acer com Disposal instructions iii First things first iv Your guides iv Basic care and tips for using your computer iv Turning your computer on and off iv Taking care of your computer v Taking care of your AC adaptor v Taking care of your battery pack vi Cleaning and servicing vi A TravelMate tour 1 Front view 1 Closed front view 2 Left view 3 Right view 4 Rear view 4 Base view 5 Specifications 6 Indicators 10 Easy launch buttons 11 Touchpad 12 Touchpad basics 12 Using the keyboard 14 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 14 Windows keys 15 Hotkeys 15 Special keys 17 Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray 18 Using a computer security lock 18 Audio 19 Adjusting the volume 19 Using the system utilities 20 Acer eManager 20 Acer GridVista dual display compatible 21 Launch Manager 22 Norton AntiVirus 23 Frequently asked questions 24 Contents Requesting service 27 International Travelers Warranty ITW 27 Before you call 27 Taking your notebook PC with you 28 Disconnecting from the desktop 28 Moving arou
23. e 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 vibration 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 adaptor Here are some ways to take care of your AC adaptor Do not connect the adaptor 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 vi 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 Taking care of your battery pack Here are some ways to take care
24. e that production units of the same product will continue to comply with these requirements Name of manufacturer Beijing Acer Information Co Ltd Address of manufacturer Huade Building No 18 ChuangYe Rd ShangDi Zone HaiDian District Beijing PRCE marking Contact person Mr Easy Lai Tel 886 2 8691 3089 Fax 886 2 8691 3000 E mail easy_lai acer com tw Declares that product Notebook PC Trade name Acer Model number FL50 Machine type TravelMate 2400 TravelMate 3210 TravelMate 3220 and TravelMate 3230 SKU number TravelMate 240xxx TravelMate 321xxx TravelMate 322xxx and TravelMate 323xxx x 0 9 a z or A Z Reference no Title 89 336 EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC directive 73 23 EEC Low Voltage Directive LVD 1999 5 EC Radio amp Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive R amp TTE Easy Lai Director Date 09 01 2005 Qualification Center Product Assurance 59 English Index A AC adapter caring for v audio 19 adjusting the volume 19 troubleshooting 25 B battery pack caring for vi BIOS utility 38 brightness hotkeys 16 C caps lock 14 on indicator 10 care AC adapter v battery pack vi computer v CD ROM ejecting 18 ejecting manually 25 troubleshooting 25 cleaning computer vi computer bringing to meetings 29 caring for v cleaning vi disconnecting 28 features 1 21 indicators 10 keyboards 14 moving around 28 on indica
25. ergy efficiency 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 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 per
26. es 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 25 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 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 15 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 I cannot eject the optical drive tray There is a mechanical eject hole on the optical drive Simply insert the tip of a pen or paperclip and push to eject the tray The keyboard does not respond Try attaching an external keyboard to a USB 2 0 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 on selected models Check the following Make sure that the infrared ports of the two devices are faci
27. es with 16 bit high fidelity AC 97 stereo audio and dual stereo speakers Adjusting the volume Adjusting the volume on the computer is as easy as pressing some buttons See Hotkeys on page 15 for more information on adjusting the speaker volume 20 English Using the system utilities Note The system utilities work under Microsoft Windows XP only Acer eManager The innovative Acer eManager software is designed for easy access to frequently used functions Press to launch the Acer eManager user interface which features four main settings Acer ePowerManagement Acer ePresentation Acer eRecovery and Acer eSettings To set the key see Easy launch buttons on page 11 Acer ePowerManagement Provides a central location from which to control all your PC s power schemes and maximize battery life Acer ePresentation Simplifies resolution settings when connecting to a projector Acer eRecovery Creates backups and recovers system configurations reliably Acer eSettings Makes managing system settings and security easy For more information open Acer eManager click on the appropriate application and select the Help function 21 English Note When recovering your system using a CD or Acer eRecovery detach all peripherals including your Acer ezDock to ensure the best results Acer GridVista dual display compatible Note This feature is only available on certain models To enable the dual mon
28. estore the product to normal condition 52 English English e If the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged f If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service 12 The notebook PC series uses lithium batteries Replace the battery with the same type as the product s battery we recommend in the product specification list Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion 13 Warning Batteries may explode if not handled properly Do not disassemble or dispose of them in fire Keep them away from children and dispose of used batteries promptly 14 To avoid hazard of unexpected electrical shock use the AC adaptor only when the wall socket is properly grounded 15 Use only the proper type of power supply cord set provided in your accessories box for this unit It should be a detachable type UL listed CSA certified type SPT 2 rated 7 A 125 V minimum VDE approved or its equivalent Maximum length is 4 6 meters 15 feet 16 Always disconnect all telephone lines from the wall outlet before serving or disassembling this equipment 17 Avoid using a telephone other than a cordless type during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning 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
29. 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 31 English What to take with you Take the following items with you AC adaptor Spare fully charged battery pack s Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer 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 adaptor 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 32 English Special considerations Follow the same special considerations a
30. ina 40 English 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 Power management This computer has a built in power management unit that monitors system activity System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of the following devices keyboard mouse floppy drive hard disk peripherals connected to the serial and parallel ports and video memory If no activity is detected for a period of time called an inactivity timeout the computer stops some or all of these devices in order to conserve energy This computer employs a power management scheme that supports the advanced configuration and power interface ACPI which allows for maximum power conservation and maximum performance at the same time Windows handles all power saving chores for your computer 41 English Acer eRecovery Acer eRecovery is a tool to quickly backup and restore the system You can create and save a backup of the current system configuration to hard drive CD or DVD Acer eRecovery consists of the following functions 1 Create backup 2 Restore from backup 3 Create factory default image CD 4 Re install bundled software without CD 5 Change Acer eRecovery password 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 disk
31. ing on the optical drive type 2 LED indicator Lights up when the optical drive is active 3 Optical drive eject button Ejects the optical drive tray from the drive 4 Emergency eject hole Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off 5 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool even after prolonged use 6 Security keylock Connects to a Kensington compatible computer security lock Icon Item Description 1 Battery bay Houses the computer s battery pack 2 Power jack Connects to an AC adaptor 5 English Base view 3 USB 2 0 ports Connect to USB 2 0 devices e g USB mouse USB camera 4 Acer ezDock port Connects to the Acer ezDock TravelMate 3220 only Item Description 1 Battery bay Houses the computer s battery pack 2 Battery lock Locks the battery in place 3 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool Note Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan 4 Memory compartment Houses the computer s main memory 5 Hard disk bay Houses the computer s hard disk secured by screws 6 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal Icon Item Description 6 English Specifications Operating system Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 2 Microsoft Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2 Platform TravelMate 3210 3220 3230 Intel Centrino Mobile Technology featuring Intel Pe
32. ipherals 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 47 English Operation conditions 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 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 48 English English 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 thi
33. ish 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 take to short meetings 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 30 English What to take with you Unless you have some items at home take the following items with you
34. itor feature of your notebook first ensure that the second monitor is connected then select Start Control Panel Display and click on Settings Select the secondary monitor 2 icon in the display box and then click the check box Extend my windows desktop onto this monitor Finally click Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to complete the process Acer GridVista is a handy utility that offers four pre defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on the same screen To access this function please go to Start All Programs and click on Acer GridVista You may choose any one of the four display settings indicated below Double vertical Triple primary at left Triple primary at right or Quad Acer Gridvista is dual display compatible allowing two displays to be partitioned independently Acer GridVista is simple to set up 1 2 1 2 3 1 2 3 3 4 1 2 22 English 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the taskbar 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid 3 Enjoy the convenience of a well organized desktop Note Please ensure that the resolution setting of your second monitor is set to the manufacturer s recommended value Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to set the four Easy launch buttons located above the keyboard Easy launch buttons on page 11 for the location of the Easy launch buttons You
35. ive 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 sequence 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 ___________________________________ 28 English Taking your note
36. land 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 55 English 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 as 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 adaptor 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 radiocommunication 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 c
37. nd 28 Preparing the computer 28 What to take to short meetings 29 Taking the computer home 29 Preparing the computer 29 What to take with you 30 Special considerations 30 Setting up a home office 30 Traveling with the computer 30 Preparing the computer 30 What to take with you 31 Special considerations 31 Traveling internationally with the computer31 Preparing the computer 31 What to bring with you 31 Special considerations 32 Securing your computer 32 Using a computer security lock 32 Using passwords 32 Entering passwords 33 Setting passwords 33 Expanding through options 34 Connectivity options 34 Fax data modem 34 Built in network feature 35 Fast Infrared on selected models 35 Universal Serial Bus USB 36 IEEE 1394 port on selected models 36 PC Card slot 37 BIOS utility 38 Boot sequence 38 Enable disk to disk recovery 39 Password 39 Using software 39 Playing DVD movies 39 Power management 40 Acer eRecovery 41 Create backup 41 Restore from backup 42 Create factory default image CD 42 Re install bundled software without CD 42 Change password 43 Troubleshooting 44 Troubleshooting tips 44 Error messages 44 Regulations and safety notices 46 ENERGY STAR guidelines compliance 46 FCC notice 46 Modem notices 48 Important safety instructions 51 1 English A TravelMate tour After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters poster let us show you
38. nditions 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 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 50 English English 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 For modem with approval number PTC 211 01 030 1 The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the item complies
39. ng 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 Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is turned on 26 English 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 2 Double click on Modems 3 Click on Dialing Properties 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 setti
40. ngs 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 setup utility and save changes The system will reboot Note To activate the BIOS setup utility press lt F2 gt during POST 27 English To start the recovery process 1 Restart the system 2 While the Acer logo is showing press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt at the same time to enter the recovery process 3 Refer to the on screen instructions to perform system recovery Important This feature occupies 2 to 3 GB in a hidden partition on your hard drive 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 g
41. nt PC associated with this device The associated equipment shall be set to operate within the following limits for compliance with Telecom s specifications the associated equipment shall be set to ensure that calls are answered between 3 and 30 seconds of receipt of ringing 8 This equipment shall not be set up to make automatic calls to Telecom s 111 Emergency Service 51 English Important safety instructions Read these instructions carefully Save them for future reference 1 Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product 2 Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a water moistened cloth for cleaning 3 Do not use this product near water 4 Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand or table If the product falls it could be seriously damaged 5 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 6 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
42. ntium M Processor 730 740 750 760 770 780 2 MB L2 cache 1 60 1 73 1 86 2 2 13 2 36 GHz 533 MHz FSB Intel Pentium M Processor 725 2 MB L2 cache 1 60 GHz 400 MHz FSB Mobile Intel 915GM PM Express chipset Intel PRO Wireless 2200BG network connection dual mode 802 11b g Wi Fi CERTIFIED solution supporting Acer SignalUp wireless technology TravelMate 2400 Intel Pentium M Processor 725 2 MB L2 cache 1 60 GHz 400 MHz FSB Intel Celeron M Processor 350 360 370 1 MB L2 cache 1 30 1 40 1 50 GHz 400 MHz FSB Mobile Intel 910GML Express chipset Integrated 802 11b g Wi Fi CERTIFIED solution supporting Acer SignalUp wireless technology System memory 256 512 MB of DDR2 400 533 MHz memory upgradeable to 2 GB using two soDIMM modules dual channel support 7 English Display and graphics 14 1 WXGA color TFT LCD 1280 x 800 resolution 16 10 viewing ratio supporting simultaneous multi window viewing on dual displays via Acer GridVista 16 7 million colors Intel 915GM TravelMate 3210 3230 Intel 910GML TravelMate 2400 integrated 3D graphics featuring Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900 and up to 128 MB of VRAM supporting Microsoft DirectX 9 0 and dual independent display ATI MOBILITY RADEON X700 with 64 MB of dedicated VRAM supporting ATI POWERPLAY 5 0 PCI Express Microsoft DirectX 9 0 and DualView
43. o 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 56 English English 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 information 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 Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS 102 The notebook PC series employs low gain integral antennas that do no
44. om 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 select 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 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 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 Ch
45. on then press it again to eject the card 38 English Installing memory Follow these steps to install memory 1 Turn off the computer unplug the AC adaptor if connected and remove the battery pack Then turn the computer over 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 adaptor 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 39 English Enable disk to disk recovery To enable disk to disk recovery hard disk recovery activate the BIOS utility then select Main fr
46. or 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 Programs AcerSystem 2 Click on AcerSystem User s Guide Note Viewing the file requires Adobe Acrobat Reader If Adobe Acrobat Reader is not installed on your computer clicking on AcerSystem User s Guide will run the Acrobat Reader setup program first Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation For instructions on how to use Adobe Acrobat Reader access the Help and Support menu v 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 befor
47. or local power company 7 Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not locate this product where people will walk on the cord 8 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 9 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 10 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 11 Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions a When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed b If liquid has been spilled into the product c If the product has been exposed to rain or water d If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to r
48. r will not increase the touchpad s responsiveness Function Left button 1 Right button 4 Main touchpad 2 Center button 3 Execute Quickly click twice Tap twice at the same speed as double clicking a mouse button Select Click once Tap once Drag Click and hold then use finger on the touchpad to drag the cursor Tap twice at the same speed as double clicking a mouse button rest your finger on the touchpad on the second tap and drag the cursor Access context menu Click once Scroll Click and hold to move up down left right 14 English Using the keyboard The keyboard has full sized keys and an embedded keypad separate cursor keys two Windows keys and 12 function keys 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 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 A better
49. re set to email and Internet programs but can be reset by users To set the Web browser mail and programmable keys run the Acer Launch Manager See Launch Manager on page 22 Easy launch button Default application Mail Email application user programmable Web browser Internet browser user programmable Acer eManager user programmable P User programmable 12 English Touchpad The built in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface This means the cursor responds as you move your finger across the surface of the touchpad The central location on the palmrest provides optimum comfort and support Touchpad basics The following items show you how to use the touchpad Move your finger across the touchpad 2 to move the cursor Press the left 1 and right 4 buttons located beneath the touchpad to perform selection and execution functions These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse Tapping on the touchpad is the same as clicking the left button Use the 4 way scroll 3 button to scroll up or down and move left or right a page This button mimics your cursor pressing on the right scroll bar of Windows applications 13 English Note Keep your fingers dry and clean when using the touchpad Also keep the touchpad dry and clean The touchpad is sensitive to finger movement hence the lighter the touch the better the response Tapping harde
50. s 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 Your 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 49
51. s 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 adaptor to recharge the battery pack Make sure that the AC adaptor 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 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 Properti
52. s 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 adaptor power cord specifications are compatible If not purchase a power cord that 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 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 rear 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
53. section Create factory default image CD When the System CD and Recovery CD are not available you can create them by using this feature 1 Boot to Windows XP 2 Press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt to open the Acer eRecovery utility 3 Enter the password to proceed The default password is six zeros 4 In the Acer eRecovery window select Recovery settings and click Next 5 In the Recovery settings window select Burn image to disk and click Next 6 In the Burn image to disk window select 01 Factory default image and click Next 7 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process Re install bundled software without CD Acer eRecovery stores pre loaded software internally for easy driver and application re installation 1 Boot to Windows XP 2 Press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt to open the Acer eRecovery utility 3 Enter the password to proceed The default password is six zeros 4 In the Acer eRecovery window select Recovery actions and click Next 5 In the Recovery settings window select Reinstall applications drivers and click Next 43 English 6 Select the desired driver application and follow the instructions on screen to re install At first launch Acer eRecovery prepares all the needed software and may take few seconds to bring up the software content window Change password Acer eRecovery and Acer disk to disk recovery are protected by a password that can be changed by the user
54. sion Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited 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 54 English English European Union EU This device complies with the essential requirements of the European Council Directives listed below 73 23 EEC Low Voltage Directive EN 60950 89 336 EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC Directive EN 55022 EN 55024 EN 61000 3 2 3 99 5 EC Radio amp Telecommunications Terminal Equipment R amp TTE Directive Art 3 1a EN 60950 Art 3 1b EN 301 489 1 17 Art 3 2 EN 300 328 2 Art 3 2 EN 301 893 applies to 5 GHz only 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 Ice
55. 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 15 English Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows specific functions Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer s controls like screen brightness volume output and the BIOS utility To activate hotkeys press and hold the lt Fn gt key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination 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 lt Tab gt Activates the next Taskbar button lt gt lt E gt Opens the My Computer window lt gt lt F1 gt Opens Help and Support lt gt lt F gt Opens the Find All Files dialog box lt
56. t TravelMate 3210 3220 3230 Ethernet Wake on LAN ready WLAN integrated 802 11b g Wi Fi CERTIFIED solution TravelMate 2400 or Intel PRO Wireless 2200BG network connection dual mode 802 11b g Wi Fi CERTIFIED solution TravelMate 3210 3220 3230 Acer SignalUp wireless technology support WPAN integrated Bluetooth I O interface Acer ezDock TravelMate 3220 only Three USB 2 0 ports 5 in 1 card reader MS MS PRO MMC SD XD PC Card slot one Type II IEEE 1394 port TravelMate 3210 3220 3230 only Fast infrared FIR port TravelMate 3210 3220 3230 only External display VGA port S video TV out NTSC PAL port TravelMate 3210 3220 3230 only Headphones speaker line out port Microphone line in jack Ethernet RJ 45 port Modem RJ 11 port DC in jack for AC adaptor Security Kensington lock slot BIOS user and supervisor passwords 9 English Note The specifications listed above are for reference only The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased Software Acer eManager ePowerManagement ePresentation eRecovery eSettings Acer GridVista Acer Launch Manager Acer System Recovery CD Norton AntiVirus Adobe Reader CyberLink PowerDVD NTI CD Maker Options and accessories 512 MB or 1 GB DDR2 533 MHz soDIMM memory modules External USB floppy disk drive 9 cell Li ion battery pack 3 pin 65 W AC adaptor Environment Temperature Operating 5 C to 35
57. t emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population consult Safety Code 6 obtainable from Health Canada s website at www hc sc gc ca rpb 57 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 personal computer Model number FL50 Machine type TravelMate 2400 TravelMate 3210 TravelMate 3220 and TravelMate 3230 SKU number TravelMate 240xxx TravelMate 321xxx TravelMate 322xxx and TravelMate 323xxx x 0 9 a z or A Z Name of responsible party Acer America Corporation Address of responsible party 2641 Orchard Parkway San Jose CA 95134 USA Contact person Mr Young Kim Tel 408 922 2909 Fax 408 922 2606 58 English English Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking Is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following EC directives The product specified above was tested conforming to the applicable Rules under the most accurate measurement standards possible and all the necessary steps have been taken and are in force to assur
58. the BIOS utility See BIOS utility on page 38 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 33 English Password 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 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
59. tor 2 10 security 32 setting up a home office 30 taking home 29 traveling internationally 31 traveling on local trips 30 troubleshooting 44 turning off iv connections network 35 D display hotkeys 16 troubleshooting 24 DVD 39 DVD movies playing 39 E error messages 44 Euro 17 F FAQ See frequently asked questions frequently asked questions 24 front view 2 H Hibernation mode hotkey 16 hotkeys 15 I IEEE 1394 port 36 indicator lights 10 infrared 35 K keyboard 14 embedded numeric keypad 14 hotkeys 15 lock keys 14 troubleshooting 25 Windows keys 15 L LEDs 10 left view 2 M media access on indicator 10 memory installing 38 messages error 44 modem 34 60 English N network 35 Notebook Manager hotkey 16 num lock 14 on indicator 10 numeric keypad embedded 14 P password 32 types 32 PC Card 37 ejecting 37 inserting 37 ports 34 printer troubleshooting 25 problems 24 CD ROM 25 display 24 keyboard 25 printer 25 startup 24 troubleshooting 44 Q questions setting location for modem use 26 S safety CD or DVD 52 FCC notice 46 general instructions 51 modem notices 48 scroll lock 14 security keylock 18 32 passwords 32 speakers hotkey 16 troubleshooting 25 status indicators 10 support information 27 T touchpad 12 hotkey 16 using 12 13 travel international flights 31 local trips 30 troubleshooting 44 tips 44 U universal serial bus 36 V view front 3 left

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