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1. A You can practice the gesture here 10 Tap User Defined to define your own gestures Tap Add New Gesture to add new gestures L Gesture Editor Add new gesture Acer Gesture Press this button to set up a new gesture e Back to Desktop User Defined Select the action you d like to perform from the drop down menu on the left hand side of the screen Draw the gesture in the area on the right hand side of the screen When prompted enter the gesture again L Gesture Editor Select one to set up the action Launch Program Launch Windows Explorer Open URL Search Windows Back to Desktop Lock Cancel 11 Once you have defined the gesture you can practice edit or delete the gesture Tap the gesture to select it then tap the appropriate button L Gesture Editor Add new gesture Acer Gesture Press this button to set up a new gesture we Open URL hittp www acer com User Defined Practice i Delete Back to Desktop Tap Edit to edit a gesture You can change the action from the drop down menu in the upper left hand corner of the edit window You can edit URLs and applications directly in the text area L Gesture Editor Cancel 12 You can also adjust the stroke style from the Settings page Tap the settings icon to open the settings page Settings Stroke style NA 13 TouchBrowser TouchBrowser is specifically designed to offer you a more comfortable
2. 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 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 the table below If the problem cannot be resolved contact your dealer See Requesting service on page 84 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 an external drive then press lt Enter gt to reboot Equipment Press lt F2 gt during POST to enter the BIOS utility configuration error 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 Contact your dealer or an authorized service center type error I O parity error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Keyboard errororno Contact your dealer or an authorized service center keyboard connected Keyboard interface Contact your dealer or an authorized service center error Memory size mismatch Press lt F2 gt during POST to enter the BIOS utility then press Exit in the BIOS utility to reboot If you still encounter problems a
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4. and di grants are available to aid in the ct achievement of this goal ye K 12 Education Funds Ww Higher Education Funds Acer Technology in Educati If you re using Internet Explorer you will need to tap the Web Clip icon in the Internet Explorer toolbar 5 Acer com Worldwide Select yo Qe K3 od http www acer com worldwide selection html X File Edit View Favorites Tools Help she Favorites f Free Golf Video Lessons P fg Acer Web Slice Gallery Acer com Worldwide Select your local country a acer Empowering people Worldwide Acer com Worldwide Visit the official Acer Group worldwide website or select your local country or region below Americas Europe Middle East Africa Asia Pacific Brazil Austria Greece Romania Israel Australia Canada Baltic Countries 2J Hungary Russia D Middle East D China Canada FR Belgium Italy Slovakia South Africa Hong Kong Mexico Belgium FR Latvia Slovenia India Latin America Bulgaria Lithuania Spain Indonesia United States Croatia Moldova Sweden Japan Czech Republic Netherlands Switzerland Korea Denmark Norway Switzerland FR Malaysia Estonia Poland Turkey New Zealand Finland D Portugal Ukraine Philippines France United Kingdom Singapore Germany Taiwan Thailand Viet Nam X Done amp Local intranet Protected Mode Off fay Q10 v Web Clip 20 Tap the browser screen to select the area you want to crop tap
5. and drag on any of the circles on the corner of the crop window to expand it to include all the information you want to capture Acer Home Windows Internet plo l X Mens es ee hitp us acer com acer home do LanguagelSOCbParam en amp sp page26icb2 c2attl 08CountrylSOCtxParam USBicbi g c2att92 4538acond24 256cbd att2ik x E Bing pr File Edit View Favorites Tools Help az ES ees Sie Favorites 923 Suggested Sites v Web Slice Gallery v Acer Home Gh amp gt B 4S DW Pager Safetyy Toos v 10 05 AM i sien iC eC E 172010 Journal oO 7 gt fi n XxX Entertainment Politics Acer Home When you have finished selecting the area you want to crop tap the area to open a menu that will allow you to paste the content into My Journal Web Clip 21 Scrapbook or Copy it to the clipboard You can also Save bitmap as or Discard the web clip A http www acer co uk acer hi w w e OJ S pe A T My Journal fx Scrapheae C Save bitmap as Copy A Discard My Journal Q y Technology Entertainment Politics Business Tap a clip to select it then you can position it on the page and stretch it by dragging the corners to the desired size To delete a web clip tap the clip in My Journal and tap the trash can icon Q ic Poe Kee ece ee Ree eae ceee ARERR Note If the web clip comes from a site that requires a login the clip will be grayed out and a
6. characters Open the keyboard settings window Please refer to Keyboard settings on page 54 Tap a function to view a short tutorial animation Tap Help to view the Virtual Keyboard help file Close Virtual Keyboard Other ways of entering information 50 Select the area on the upper screen in which you wish to enter text Enter your text in the yellow area and tap Insert to insert the text on the upper screen bm ror Aire y ag Help xX Correcting Deleting Handwriting actions From the toolbar at the top of the page you can view animations illustrating the actions mentioned Tap the displayed text to space the letters more widely so you can change individual letters s e Help x Correct Pettistirtstil acttast itp iitiitiiastastt titties eta tied sasnaeanonasacesssausguesstesusesssntsusedeaeesecnestdecsvechsees seag20ns bessiRsaeeseesqeeeessenetesseetaeaesaTesese i nan igen gyn iai Pitri tse Ss reeest ia J anna ae an ne te z PLSGAHEG STE CEETEPO LT POROLAGIEERY H bop tte eee eee i f ellaay heaves eetanensis eae 8D wes sOSCRARARTASELG PPLESRLIDRSEETARS 2 hEGOESIETUST Ty Z A beREL GETS 1 2at i Other ways of entering information 51 If the computer fails to recognize your handwriting correctly you can draw a line through the text you wish to delete mm ee He Correct t Spt pe Help xX Delete Other ways of entering information 52 You can split the letters to add in another
7. 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 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 Connect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery 2 Disconnect the AC adapter 3 Turn on the computer and operate using battery power 4 Fully deplete the battery until the battery low warning appears 5 Reconnect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery again Charging the battery 70 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 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
8. cut paste and print cE M Er The keyboard button The keyboard button located on the left hand hinge can be used to perform a variety of functions Other ways of entering information 48 When operating under Windows Its primary function is to open Virtual Keyboard do this by pressing and releasing the keyboard button after Windows has fully booted If you find that the system fails to respond after connecting or disconnecting an external display press and hold the button for four seconds When you release the button the display settings and touch functions will be reset Before Windows boots If your computer experiences an unexpected shutdown Windows will attempt to boot in recovery mode The keyboard button can be used to control the boot mode Press and release the button to move the cursor down to select a boot mode Press and hold the button for four seconds to perform the Enter function Other ways of entering information There are also other ways of entering information depending on your needs Your computer has a virtual numeric keypad for entering data or you can use handwritten text input Handwritten input To enter the numeric keypad mode or use handwritten input tap ES Other ways of entering information 49 5 6 mm Ew Ee Hm Help x Correcting Deleting Splitting Joining Switch to full keyboard mode Open a menu showing input options Switch between freehand input and individual
9. it with a system disk and press the power button 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 e The brightness level might be too low Press lt Fn gt lt p gt gt increase to adjust the brightness level e The display device might be set to an external monitor Press the display toggle hotkey lt Fn gt lt os to toggle the display back to the computer e ifthe Sleep indicator is lit the computer is in Sleep mode Press and release the power button to resume No audio is heard from the computer Check the following e 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 e 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 83 e f headphones earphones or external speakers are connected to the line out port on the computer the internal speakers automatically turn off The printer does not work Check the following e Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is turned on e Make sure that the printer cable is connected securely to a US
10. process Select the Log In button to complete or Sign up to Facebook if you do not have an account for Facebook What is Facebook Sign up to Facebook Sharing content 43 YouTube ea SocialJogger Login Wizard i facebook Please sign in to your YouTube account Username New to YouTube Signing up is easy After providing some basic Picker information you can join YouTube for free with just a few clicks With YouTube you can broadcast your video to the world E Remember me Forgot your username What is YouTube Forgot your password Sign up to YouTube Flickr Login Wizard ae SocialJogger u facebook You Tube SocialJogger requires you log in to complete the authorization process Select the Log In button to complete or Sign up to Flickr if you do not have an account for Flickr What is Flickr Sign up to Flickr Sharing content You can upload content to each service by tapping the Share on icon in the upper right hand corner of the page This will open a file browser above the Settings 44 three service pages Drag and drop the content you want to share to the desired service Browse Computer O O Public Pictures My Pictures External D if Facebook E YouTube fr lens 4 r C 3 So a S a 2 Q 8 This feature requires that you p This feature requires that you log in to Facebook Please sign K a log in to Flickr Please si
11. refer to Keyboard settings on page 54 6 Keyboard Two toolbars with handy control functions Please refer toolbars to Keyboard toolbars on page 47 7 Close Virtual Keyboard 8 Virtual A virtual pointing device touchpad XT9 predictive text Note XT9 predictive text is supported on select languages only You can use XT9 predictive text input from the onscreen keyboard As you tap letters XT9 predictive text will display a selection of words alongside the text box that match the letter sequence of the letters tapped or nearby letters The word list changes after every key press Q eee E eee ee ee re eee Note 9 XT9 and the XT9 logo are registered trademarks of Nuance Communications Inc or its subsidiaries in the United States of America and or other countries The keyboard button 47 Turning predictive text on or off To turn the predictive text function off tap XT9 Ke a gt iq x aslo HE KE HE BE AE Aa a a S eS lt Backspace 1 5 6 7 9 0 ee PP Pe Er rEPECEErLCLLI E EE EP A a A A A E p E S en E Pe a lalaa Keyboard toolbars In the upper left hand corner of the keyboard there are two toolbars that have handy control functions Use the arrows next to the toolbar to switch between the toolbars Media toolbar This toolbar contains commonly used media controls m K gt d Editing toolbar This toolbar includes many commonly used functions for editing content including copy
12. 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 a driver and application backup instead this disc will not be bootable Restore 66 Restore The restore feature allows you to restore or recover the system from a factory default image or from previously created CD and DVD backups You can also reinstall applications and drivers for your Acer system 1 Click on Start All Programs Acer Acer eRecovery Management 2 Switch to the Restore page by clicking Restore Acer eRecovery Management backup z Completely Restore System to Factory Defaults Es Restore Restore your PC to factory default status All data on c drive will z be deleted HX Settings Reboot needed Help Restore Operating System and Retain User Data Restore only the operating system of your PC to the factory defaults Files from your user accounts will be transferred to c backup This option will not rernove persistent viruses or malware Reboot needed Reinstall Drivers or Applications Reinstall Factory Default Drivers or Applications 3 You can choose to restore the system from a factory default image or reinstall applications and drivers 4 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process Restore 67 Restore Windows from backu
13. use in other countries regions must meet the requirements for that country region For more information on power cord requirements contact an authorized reseller or service provider 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 Q EE EE E E E emesis Note 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 restore the product to normal condition Safety instructions ix Guidelines for safe battery usage This computer uses a Lithium ion battery Do not use it in a humid wet or corrosive environment Do not put store or leave your product in or near a heat source in a high temperature location in strong direct sunlight in a microwave oven or in a pressurized conta
14. web surfing experience when using touch input Open Acer Ring and tap the TouchBrowser AppCard to launch the browser TouchBrowser The web content will be displayed across both screens The toolbar at the bottom of the screens gives you easy control over the open pages ACCT st re t Netbooks Empowering store Smartphones Warranties Notebook Options gt Special Promotions bateries Memories ACAdapters a As Accessorise your Notebook with one click Customer Care Mon Fri 9am 5 30pm For questions related to our service and support please click here 0870 043 3794 service uk store acer euro com Free Shipping on all Warranties Wide range of Original Acer V Accessories Why Buy on Acer Store Secure Payment v y C v Exclusive Offers V Express shipment by request op Selling Pro Acer Hard Disk 160GB 64 00 incl VAT Add to Cart Aspire one Neoprene Cover Sleeve 8 9 12 00 incl VAT Add to Cart Backpack for Notebooks up to 15 4 display size 16 00 incl VAT Add to Cart Aspire One Options Login y a F Projector Options Notebook Options Desktop Options Shopping Basket Sort by Default Acer Ez Dock Lite Acer ezDock is the first docking device with PCI Express technology delivering a desktop replacement solution that allows you to fully utilize legacy peripherals as well as the latest devices a sound long term invest
15. when carrying it into the gate area What to take with you Take the following items with you e AC adapter e 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 e Always take the computer as carry on luggage Traveling internationally with the computer Traveling internationally with the computer 75 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 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 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 is compatible with th
16. 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 e Not discharging and recharging the battery to its extremes as described above e Frequent use the more you use the battery the faster it will reach the end of its effective life A standard computer battery has a life span of about 300 charges 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 Q SURE RNERANNSREA PANASKE SAN NNANAR AREN RRNA RRN 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 icon on the taskbar to see the battery s present charge level Optimizing battery life 71 Optimizing battery life Optimizing battery life helps you get the most out of battery operation prolonging the charge recharge cycle and im
17. 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 Modem notices only for certain models 88 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 For more information about applicable countries please refer to Regulations and safety notices on page 86 Notice for Australia For safety reasons only connect headsets with a telecommunications compliance label This includes customer equipment previously labeled as permitted or certified Notice for N
18. 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 Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS 102 The computer series employs low gain integral antennas that do not 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 This device complies with RSS210 of Industry Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Issue 4 and RSS 210 No 4 Dec 2000 and No 5 Nov 2001 Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 No 4 et CNR 210 No 4 Dec 2000 et No 5 Nov 2001 To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding Equipment or its transmit antenna that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing Pour emp cher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l objet d une licence il doit tre utilis a l int rieur et devrait tre plac loin des fen tres afin de fournir un cran de blindage maximal Si le mat riel ou so
19. Acer ICONIA User Guide Acer recommends Productivity Software Work Great with Microsoft Office 2010 Express your ideas solve problems and simplify everyday projects with Office 2010 Photo editing Easily edit and print your photos with Windows Live Photo Gallery Then share them on Facebook YouTube or Windows Live Search amp Decide with Bing Find and organize the answers you need using Bing so you can make faster more informed decisions 2010 All Rights Reserved Acer ICONIA User Guide Original Issue 11 2010 Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase Your guides lil First things first We would like to thank you for making an Acer computer your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs Your guides To help you use your Acer computer we have designed a set of guides The setup poster helps you get started with setting up your computer The printed Quick Guide shows you the location of the components ports and connectors of your computer It also provides a handy reference tool to using the many unique features of this computer The ICONIA User Guide contains useful information applying to this product and helps you to be more productive This guide contains detailed information on such subjects as system utilities data recovery expansion options and troubleshooting In addition it contains the general regulations and safety notices for your computer It i
20. B port and the printer want to restore my computer to its original settings without recovery CDs Q m aE mr E Sheree men ere animism 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 computer 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 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 onscreen instructions to perform system recovery Important This feature occupies a hidden partition on your hard disk Requesting service 84 Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITW Your computer is backed by an International Travelers Warranty ITW that gives you se
21. C 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 computer 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 Auxiliary Main 1 I Q AE E TEE EE E E E E E E E Note The 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 Canada Low power license exempt radio communication devices RSS 91 210 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 co channel Mobile Satellite systems 3 High power radar are allocated as primary users of the
22. Traveling internationally with the computer Preparing the computer What to bring with you Special considerations 44 45 46 47 47 48 48 48 49 54 56 60 61 61 63 63 65 66 67 69 69 69 70 70 71 71 72 72 72 72 73 73 73 73 73 74 74 74 74 74 75 75 75 75 Securing your computer Using a computer security lock Using passwords Entering passwords Setting passwords Expanding through options Connectivity options Built in network feature Universal Serial Bus USB High Definition Multimedia Interface BIOS utility Boot sequence Enable disk to disk recovery Password Playing DVD movies Frequently asked questions Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITW Before you call Troubleshooting Troubleshooting tips Regulations and safety notices FCC statement Modem notices only for certain models LCD pixel statement Radio device regulatory notice General The FCC RF safety requirement Canada Low power license exempt radio communication devices RSS 210 Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS 102 LCD panel ergonomic specifications 76 76 76 77 77 78 78 78 79 79 80 80 80 80 80 82 84 84 84 85 85 86 86 87 89 89 90 91 91 92 Your Acer Touchbook tour After setting up your computer as illustrated in the setup poster let us show you around your new Acer computer Your new computer is equipped with two multi touch screens that are used to control the
23. aces the window or any light source e Minimizing room light by using drapes shades or blinds e Using a task light e Changing the display s viewing angle e Using a glare reduction filter e Using a display visor such as a piece of cardboard extended from the Tips and information for comfortable use xv 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 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 do 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 O PEE E E E E Note For more information please refer to Regulations and safety notices on page 86 First things first Your guides Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and off Taking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicing Information for your safety and comfort Safety instructions Operating environment Medical devices Vehicles Potentially explosive environments Emergency calls Disposal ins
24. age to your favorites 8 Favorites Open the list of your favorites history 9 Web Clip Crop a part of the web page for use in My Journal or Scrapbook 10 Print Print the page 11 Help View the Help file 12 Switchmode Switch to browsing on a single screen If you re _ in single screen browsing tap to return to browsing on both screens 13 Minimize Minimizes the browser 14 Close Closes the browser You can use a pinch action to zoom in to content on the page Acer Group ee E smaa A Acer Sustainability In the tate twentieth century rapid development of information technology Internet Decame a driving force of giodalization The consequence of the Product Levroementsl Nansgement weakening the infiuence anc capacty of government s governance and facing the challenges of natural resources Sepletion and the crisis of eot Standards of Busness Conduct internabonal communities to munaton for taking social responsibilt rapidy Sustainadle development has dhe perceived widely as Me digg Employee Restons Walking the talk on corporate social rego on simaity CSR is regarded as In the last decade a o t global initial ples and standards wer need for CSR in He Mes time inaf s Nave also integrate issues imo convention astme equenty this drives t investment SRI and Ui g Investment PRI T of sustainability index sut Mity index and FTSE outstanding sustainability pe The pressing need to mitigate imate change Mas resulted i
25. ate or delete images on Capture tool 24 Capture tool The capture tool allows you to clip parts of displayed content to save them to Scrapbook Once you have the content open on the upper screen tap the Capture icon in Scrapbook f Scrapbook Capture tool 25 Tap the content you want to copy and select the area you want to crop tap and drag on any of the circles on the corner of the crop window to expand it to include all the information you want to capture fx Scrapbook When you have finished selecting the area you want to crop tap the area to open a menu that will allow you to save the clip as an image you can drag and Capture tool 26 drop onto the Scrapbook page save the capture as a Bitmap or Copy it to the clipboard Copy Discard fx Scrapbook Managing images in Scrapbook 27 The capture will be added to the thumbnails above the scrapbook page Drag and drop the capture onto the page Tap a clip to select it then you can position it on the page Managing images in Scrapbook Q a a Note You need to tap 4 5 to resize rotate or delete images on Scrapbook pages Exporting Scrapbook pages 28 You can drag and drop images from the thumbnail line at the top of the screen to the scrapbook page Enlarge or shrink the picture using pinch actions or rotate the picture on the page puny hin 3 F Th NN Exporting Scrapbook pages You can exp
26. ati Acer Home Editing pages 18 Use the tabs along the top of the screen to switch between your journal pages or tap the icons on the toolbar to perform various functions My Journal oO Sports Entertainment Politics Business 1 Web clip Crop a part of the web page for use in My Journal 2 Edit Edit the content on the journal pages 3 Help View the help file 4 Minimize Minimizes My Journal 5 Close Closes My Journal 6 Tabs Shows the pages in your journal O PA E EE aoe ed elas Note When you have finished editing your clips tap A Done to return to viewing mode If you want to edit a web clip at a later time tap the edit icon to enter edit mode Editing pages In edit mode you can resize web clips by dragging the corners of the web clip to the size you want You can also move web clips to other pages by dragging the web clip to the tab for the page you want to move the clip to Tap the name of a tab to open Virtual Keyboard and rename the tab When you have finished tap ES Web Clip 19 Web Clip The web clip tool allows you to clip parts of web pages to save them to My Journal Once you have a page open in your browser tap the Web clip icon Entertainment Politics Business M ITN Funding N The most important investment a Pi nation can make for its future is in its le young learners providing them with m the education to lead us into the 21st ur century A variety of funds
27. ation 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 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 e Unplug any external devices that you may have been using e 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 e AC adapter and power cord e The printed Quick Guide Special considerations Follow these guidelines to protect your computer while tr
28. aveling to and from work Traveling with the computer 74 e Minimize the effects of temperature changes by keeping the computer with you e f 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 e 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
29. ay 2 1366 x 768 32 Bit 60 Hz Rotate To 180 Degrees Scale Full Screen 63 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 hard disk peripherals connected to the computer 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 Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is a tool to quickly restore the system You can back up restore the factory default image and reinstall applications and drivers Acer eRecovery Management consists of the following functions 1 Backup e Create Factory Default Disc Create Drivers and Applications Disc 2 Restore e Completely Restore System to Factory Defaults a Restore Operating System and Retain User Data Reinstall Drivers or Applications This chapter will guide you through each process Q FUSGte eRe Rese eee rE nese ene Note This feature requires an external optical disc burner before entering Acer eRecovery Management for opti
30. back Jumps to the previous audio file in the folder Pauses video playback Jumps to the next video clip in the folder Mutes the sound Adjust playback volume Plays the audio files back in a random order Repeats playback of the selected file s Minimizes toolbar 41 SocialJogger Open Acer Ring and tap the SocialJogger AppCard SociaJogger Gesture Editor N Virtual Keyboard SocialJogger gives you one touch access to popular social networking sites Facebook YouTube and Flickr SocialJogger x if Facebook fal YouTube fr lens 4 r p S C r Qs A i n sxephil This feature requires that you This feature requires that you log in to Facebook Please sign log in to Flickr Please sign up or up or log in to enjoy log in to enjoy failblo Log In asides Log In BasketbayCom 42 Tap Log In to open the login wizard You can log into all three supported services from a single login wizard If you don t already have an account with the supported services you can create an account from the wizard ma on QP SociaVogger Login Wizard Welcome to SociaUogger This wizard guides through the configuration of this service by walking you through a few pages Select Continue to get started Continue Cancel Tap Continue to log into your account s Facebook ae SociaJogger Login Wizard u o YouTube flickr SocialJogger requires you log in to complete the authorization
31. cal disc related tasks 64 To use the password protection feature of Acer eRecovery Management you must first set the password The password is set by launching Acer eRecovery Management and clicking Settings Acer eRecovery Management Backup Password for Restore Process cK Restore res Settings Password Protection Disabled Help Create a New Password Burn backup discs Burn backup discs 65 Note This feature requires an external optical disc drive From the Backup page of Acer eRecovery Management you can burn the factory default image or back up drivers and applications 1 Click on Start gt All Programs gt Acer gt Acer eRecovery Management 2 Acer eRecovery Management opens to the Backup page amp Acer eRecovery Management Backup eh Restore Create Factory Default Disc Burn the factory default system to disc so that you can restore your PC to its factory default status if needed HE Settings It is important to create the factory default disc before using your PC Help Create Drivers and Applications Disc Burn the drivers and applications to disc Use this disc to reinstall drivers or applications if you encounter any problems with them 3 Select the type of backup factory default or drivers and applications you would like to burn to disc 4 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process Note Create a factory default image when you want
32. capacity and lifetime of the battery will be reduced if the battery is left in hot or cold places such as in a closed car in summer or winter Always try to keep the battery between 15 C and 25 C 59 F and 77 F A device with a hot or cold battery may not work temporarily even when the battery is fully charged Battery performance is especially limited in temperatures well below freezing Do not dispose of batteries in a fire as they may explode Batteries may also explode if damaged Dispose of batteries according to local regulations Please recycle when possible Do not dispose as household waste Wireless devices may be susceptible to interference from the battery which could affect performance Replacing the battery pack The computer uses Lithium ion 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 Operating environment x 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 Telephone line safety e Disconnect all telephone lines from the equipment when not in use and or before servicing e 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 us
33. ce 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 Notice Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Modem notices only for certain models 87 Remarque a l intention des utilisateurs canadiens Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada Compliant with Russian regulatory certification ME61 Modem notices only for certain models 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
34. ch 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 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 xii Potentially explosive environments Switch off your device when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey a
35. charging 2 Fully charged The light shows blue when in AC mode Indicates when the hard disk drive is active Left view 2 SS 3 4 lt gt Keyboard button DC in jack HDMI port USB 2 0 ports Right view Headphones speaker line out jack USB 3 0 port T Microphone jack Left view 4 Press to call up Virtual Keyboard or perform other functions please refer to The keyboard button on page 47 Connects to an AC adapter Supports high definition digital video connections Connect to USB 2 0 devices e g USB mouse USB camera Accepts inputs from external microphones Connects to audio line out devices e g speakers headphones Connect to USB devices Supports the USB 3 0 SuperSpeed USB specification Environment 5 3 Kensington lock slot Connects to a Kensington compatible A computer security lock Note Wrap the computer security lock cable around an immovable object and insert the lock into the notch turn the key to secure the lock 4 External display Connects to a display device e g VGA port external monitor LCD projector 5 Ethernet RJ 45 Connects to an Ethernet 10 100 1000 port based network 6 Power button Turns the computer on and off WARNING Do not remove the base cover Doing so may lead to injury or damage to your computer and void your warranty Q in seck eee Poe See RERE RENAE R RRERAN S Note To upgrade you
36. computer and enter data The first thing you will notice is that there is no traditional keyboard or touchpad These are replaced with a virtual keyboard and touchpad so performing tasks will be different from the way you use a traditional notebook This User Guide will help you to familiarize yourself with these unique functions After you have turned on your computer you will see a standard Windows desktop on the upper screen and a virtual keyboard on the lower screen Cad Z RecycleBin Skype IEONIA 333PM 11 3 X Aay A X Ba Fe x 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 0 gt i n w E T Vy fu oP Ti on m S S s ee dl a Sea eeee a FP rey pee prey pte W amp wal Top view 2 Top view ioi EKAA X BA A A A A A a R A LLELLE LCAL LLE 3 L E m ee SS ry a pes 1 Acer Crystal Eye Web camera for video communication webcam 2 Upper display Also called Liquid Crystal Display LCD screen displays computer output 3 Lower display Also called Liquid Crystal Display LCD screen displays computer output Shown with Virtual Keyboard open Please refer to Virtual Keyboard on page 45 4 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording Closed front view Closed front view 3 Power indicator Battery indicator HDD indicator Indicates the computer s power status Indicates the computer s battery status 1 Charging The light shows amber when the battery is
37. curity 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 www 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 gt gt Address S Telephone number ___ gt gt gt Machine and model type Serial number Troubleshooting tips 85 Troubleshooting This chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs
38. d 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 Safety instructions viii the plug into a non grounded power outlet Contact your electrician 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 Q MEE TEE E E E E E E E EE 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 The system can be powered using a wide range of voltages 100 to 120 or 220 to 240 V AC The power cord included with the system meets the requirements for use in the country region where the system was purchased Power cords for
39. e 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 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 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 equi
40. e Window Manager 7 9 10 Window List Close Window Manager 59 Moves the active window to the left hand side of the screen Moves the active window to the right hand side of the screen Opens the Window List Tap this icon to view thumbnails of the open windows You can flip through the thumbnails tap a thumbnail to jump to the window Closes Window Manager Note There are two icons that have the same function Use either icon to close Window Manager Tap and drag the corners to expand the active window Closing Window Manager 60 Closing Window Manager Important To close Window Manager tap the icons numbered 10 above SOA NVOU0O4L ili W Lv BEES EERE SA SB ooooee lan manm m ul tate LOAA Brushes we xk OOO a n Tools Sat Color Edit 2 colors IIAM aO opo010 Window Manager Window List T x ea wa k K P A Fl P R a g Solitaire Acer Registration Home Windows Internet Explorer 61 Adjusting display settings It is important to have the correct display settings on your computer otherwise it may not work properly If you connect an external display the external should always be set as the Primary Display Q O E ee Note The lt F5 gt key will change to when you press the lt Fn gt key Important The display settings should be adjusted using lt Fn gt lt os or the Intel Graphics and Media Control Panel
41. e 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 Using a computer security lock 76 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 The computer comes with a Kensington compatible security slot for a 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 e 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 80 e 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 e Password on Boot secures your computer against unauthorized use C
42. e non compliant parts when adding or changing components Consult your reseller for purchase options 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 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 o
43. ess Bs Backlight ON OFF Brightness Open Auto Play lt gt USB Keyboard To safely remove the device select Eject from the menu There are also context menus available for the HDMI and VGA connectors TouchVideo 31 Multimedia TouchVideo TouchVideo gives you an easy to use interface to view video content from your computer Tap the TouchVideo AppCard to launch TouchVideo TouchVideo The TouchVideo interface will open on the lower screen and show thumbnails of the video files found in your video library TouchVideo Video My Video Library External D My Video Library Browse Computer TouchVideo 32 Tap Browse Computer to browse your computer for other video files Browse Computer Extemal D My Video Library Browse Computer TouchVideo 33 Video files will be shown as thumbnails Tap any thumbnail to start playing the video on the upper screen TouchVideo Video lt Sample Videos External D My Video Library Wildlife wmv Browse Computer Ve 1 Progress bar Indicates the playback progress TouchPhoto 34 2 Stop Stops playback 3 Previous Jumps to the previous video clip in the folder 4 Rewind Rewinds video playback 5 Pause Pauses video playback 6 Fast forward Plays the video at a faster speed 7 Next Jumps to the next video clip in the folder 8 Volume Adjust playback volume 9 Minimize Minimizes toolbar TouchPhoto TouchPh
44. ew 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 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 o
45. formation is for models with wireless LAN and or Bluetooth only General To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors 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 Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby Acer declares that this computer is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC The FCC RF safety requirement 90 List of applicable countries EU member states as of July 2009 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 Malta Bulgaria and Romania 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 Please see http ec europa eu enterprise rtte implem htm for the latest country list The FC
46. fter 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 FCC statement 86 Regulations and safety notices FCC statement 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 e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e __ Increase the separation between the device and receiver e Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e 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 Noti
47. g CAUTION when disconnecting the power source 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 listening To protect your hearing follow these instructions e Increase the volume gradually until you can hear clearly and comfortably e Do not increase the volume level after your ears have adjusted e Do not listen to music at high volumes for extended periods e Do not increase the volume to block out noisy surroundings e Decrease the volume if you can t hear people speaking near you Safety instructions vii 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 over
48. ger This gives you additional ways of controlling and managing your open windows met _ Lm OCI E Color 2 e Edit olors _ Acer Registration acer Empowering people REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT Register your product and standard warranty now to get full access to Acer universe Enhanced technical service Quicker identification process 9 1O 1366 x 1536px H Size 2 2MB 7 f a E 7 7 1 16AM ZV oa z fora am Window Manager Window List 2 Xx o g E a Score 0 Window Manager allows you to easily resize windows by tapping and dragging on the circles on each corner of the window It also allows you to easily position a window by tapping and dragging the window If you want to move the 58 window from one screen to the other you can tap drag and then flick the window Ov Ul A Ww N gt oP OV m 12 1366 x 1536px Calculator Minimize Maximize Close active window Size 21MB oa WN i at q 15M 7 11 3 2010 Window Manager Window List x 1 0 9 ME ea rs Untitled Paint Solitaire Stretch the active window over both screens Move the active window to the upper screen Move the active window to the lower screen Minimize the active window Maximize the active window Closes the active window Note This icon will close the active window Use the icons numbered 10 to clos
49. ght 9 Minimize Minimizes the toolbar TouchMusic 38 TouchMusic TouchMusic gives you an easy to use interface to listen to audio content saved on your computer Tap the TouchMusic AppCard to launch TouchMusic TouchMusic Virtual Keyboard The TouchMusic interface will open on the lower screen and show thumbnails of the audio files found in your Music library When available album artwork will be displayed for the thumbnails TouchMusic Music My Music Library External D My Music Library Browse Computer TouchMusic 39 Tap Browse Computer to browse your computer for other audio files TouchMusic Music Browse Computer Name Time External D Public Music My Music Library My Music se connue MP Acer C Brow Audio files will be shown as thumbnails Tap any thumbnail to start playing the audio file TouchMusic Music e Sample Music Name Time External D KALIMBA MP3 sal ee tae PME VAID WITH THE FLAXEN HAIR MP3 SLEEP AWAY MP3 Browse Computer CO NI AJ OY AIU At the bottom of the lower screen a toolbar with playback controls will open Progress bar Thumbnail Stop Previous Pause Next Mute Volume slider Shuffle Repeat Minimize TouchMusic 40 6 7 8 9 10 11 Indicates the playback progress Shows the thumbnail of the album cover name of album and song title currently being played Stops play
50. gn up or up or log in to enjoy log in to enjoy Log In Log In Settings You can adjust the settings for each service by tapping the Settings icon This opens the settings window with a tab for each service Settings facebook Yotib flickr Facebook Settings Refresh News Feed tab every 10 Minutes v Display news feed for Last 7 Days 45 Virtual Keyboard Virtual Keyboard functions as a traditional keyboard and offers additional features Place your palms lightly on the lower screen to display Virtual Keyboard You may also press the keyboard button on the left hand screen hinge To close Virtual Keyboard tap the X icon 7 below in the upper right hand corner of the window E WARNING Do not press down hard on the screens Doing so may damage them 1 2 345 6 Z ES Go a 50 mE KA gt d X E GN HE HE HE HE AE BE AE H AN Ea a e ea Backspace E oe E 5 6 7 9 ae ee i ARATAATERMm ee A m N a e E FSF prey e ren Switch to between full keyboard mode and handwritten input 2 Switch XT9 text input on or off Please refer to XT9 XT AN E predictive text on page 46 Change input method depends on the languages set up in Windows 46 4 Show or hide touchpad When the touchpad is hidden Gi a tab appears on the left of Virtual Keyboard which allows you to move the keyboard up or down on the screen 5 Open the keyboard settings window Please
51. heating 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 prevent 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 The bottom surface areas around ventilation openings and AC adapter may get hot To avoid injury ensure they do not come in contact with your skin or body Your device and its enhancements may contain small parts Keep them out of the reach of small children 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 cor
52. iner and do not expose it to temperatures over 60 C 140 F Failure to follow these guidelines may cause the battery to leak acid become hot explode or ignite and cause injury and or damage Do not pierce open or disassemble the battery If the battery leaks and you come into contact with the leaked fluids rinse thoroughly with water and seek medical attention immediately For safety reasons and to prolong the lifetime of the battery charging will not occur at temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 40 C 104 F The full performance of a new battery is achieved only after two or three complete charge and discharge cycles The battery can be charged and discharged hundreds of times but it will eventually wear out When the operation time becomes noticeably shorter than normal buy a new battery Use only the approved batteries and recharge your battery only with the approved chargers designated for this device Use the battery only for its intended purpose Never use any charger or battery that is damaged Do not short circuit the battery Accidental short circuiting can occur when a metallic object such as a coin clip or pen causes direct connection of the positive and negative terminals of the battery These look like metal strips on the battery This might happen for example when you carry a spare battery in your pocket or purse Short circuiting the terminals may damage the battery or the connecting object The
53. ing 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 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 AA Connectivity options 79 Universal Serial Bus USB The USB 3 0 and 2 0 ports are a high speed serial bus which allows you to connect USB peripherals without taking up system resources High Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface is an industry supported uncompressed all digital audio video interface HDMI provides an interface between any compatible digital audio video source such as a set top box DVD player and A V receiver and a compatible digital audio and or video monitor such as a digital television DTV over a single cable Use the HDMI port on your computer to connect with high end audio and video equipment Single cable implementation allows tidy setup and fast connection t E _ DMI BIOS utility 80 BIOS utility The BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer s BIOS Your computer is already prope
54. ion code a maximum of five times including the first time after which the last region code Playing DVD movies 81 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 USA Canada Europe Middle East South Africa Japan Southeast Asia Taiwan South Korea Latin America Australia New Zealand Former USSR parts of Africa India Ov Ul BY Wy N gt People s Republic of China 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 82 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 turned on the power but the computer does not start or boot up Look at the power indicator e If it is not lit no power is being supplied to the computer Check the following e Ifyou are using on the battery it may be low and unable to power the computer Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack e Make sure that the AC adapter is properly plugged into the computer and to the power outlet e If it is lit check the following e Is anon bootable non system disk in the external USB disc drive Remove or replace
55. key icon will show to indicate that it requires a login Tap the clip to open the login page in My Journal Q sia E E E A E E Note If an Internet connection to the website is unavailable the clip will indicate that the connection is unavailable Tap the clip to refresh the data 22 Scrapbook Scrapbook is a convenient place for you to store images captures from websites and other content Open Acer Ring and scroll through the AppCards to Scrapbook Tap the AppCard to open the application You can also annotate items or write reminders r j ye i ff Scrapbook Thumbnails of images in the Windows 7 Pictures library O Capture tool Capture a part of the screen to Scrapbook to the clipboard or as an image 23 ae F i F p Tap to edit content on the page tap again close the selected tool and return to viewing mode Pen tool for drawing or entering handwritten text Eraser tool Export tool Export the page to the clipboard for insertion into other applications or to save as an image file Delete the current page or selected image Note There is no Undo function available Shows the current page of the total pages and allows you to flip backwards or forwards through pages Add a new page View individual pages or thumbnails Tap a thumbnail to open the individual page Q EE EE E E EE E E E E ee Note You need to tap amp Scrapbook pages to resize rot
56. letter by drawing a vertical line between two letters mal a Help x Correct Other ways of entering information 53 You can also join letters by tapping the two groups of letters you d like to join im me me n Help x C Delete Spit Join orrect x Other ways of entering information 54 Keyboard settings Tap the keyboard settings icon to open the settings window m KA gt d X OLE LLL LL le i Backspace 1 2 3 87 9 0 ae EO rrCILIIIL E I a el el LL ES T POP a a a M M m eN a ea e E P S A es aa evs Here you can adjust the sounds the keyboard makes when you tap keys Control Advanced Handwriting Keystroke sound q aes me C Mute 4 Click here to test the keystroke sound Cancel Save You can also change the keyboard skin Tap a skin to select it then tap Save to apply the skin and return to the keyboard You can also adjust keyboard brightness using the slider Settings Control y Advanced rrr Pure White J Browse Keyboard brightness cE o 3 Other ways of entering information 55 Or adjust the startup status and function keys to suit your needs You can enable or disable launching the keyboard on startup and set the size you prefer for the function keys Settings The Advanced tab allows you to run the keyboard training wizard calibrate the keyboard or restore default settings Settings In the ha
57. ll 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 explosive 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 Do not switch the computer on when wireless phone use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger 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 www acer group com public Sustainability sustainabilityO1 htm Mercur
58. ment decision In the office or at home it only takes a second to convert your notebook into a full function desktop computer that can hook up to 24 commonly used peripherals Keep your workplace simple smart stylish and connected with the super portable Acer ezDock 189 00 incl VAT Add to Cart Acer MEMORY SDRAM DDR2 512MB 667MHz Original Acer memory Upgrades for your Notebook It guarantees you 100 compatible ram memory upgrades and speed up your Notebook performance 39 00 incl VAT Add to Cart Back Pack Smart Line Mouse HUB 4 Ports USB The Acer Smart Line notebook cases are designed to offer a stunning and recognizably professional range of multi featured designer cases for a fashionable contemporary look Acer Optical Mouse is the ideal companion for your laptop The optical sensor will allow you to work on most surfaces and conditions The USB Mini Keypad is ideal for spreadsheet accounting and financial applications that require fast and accurate entry of numeric data This keypad is fully compatible with Windows 2000 XP and Vista and the full size keys will definitely improve productivity 72 00 incl VAT Add to Cart Battery for Aspire 4 cells 2900mAh Black High quality replacement Notebook Battery for your Aspire 3935 4220 84 00 incl VAT Add to Cart Battery for Aspire 8 cells 5800mAh Black High quality replacement Notebook Battery for your Aspire 3935 4220 124 00 incl
59. n antenne d mission est install a l ext rieur il doit faire l objet d une licence Caution When using IEEE 802 11a wireless LAN this product is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5 15 to 5 25 GHz frequency range Industry Canada requires this product to be used indoors for the frequency range of 5 15 GHz to 5 25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co channel mobile satellite systems High power radar is allocated as the LCD panel ergonomic specifications 92 primary user 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 to this device The maximum allowed antenna gain for use with this device is 6dBi in order to comply with the E I R P limit for the 5 25 to 5 35 and 5 725 to 5 85 GHz frequency range in point to point operation LCD panel ergonomic specifications Design viewing distance Design inclination angle Design azimuth angle Viewing direction range class Screen tilt angle Design screen illuminance Reflection class of LCD panel positive and negative polarity Image polarity Reference white Pre setting of luminance and color temperature 6500K tested under BM7 Pixel fault class 500 mm 0 0 90 0 Class IV 85 0 e illuminance level 250 250cosa Ix where a 85 e Color Source D65 e Ordinary LCD Class e Protective LCD Class III e u n v n Class Il
60. n the intema Greenhouse gas emission Energy and climate must be a key issue to d Carbon Disclosure Project CDP has demonstrated the importance of d sunoiy chain s GHG accountina has been inated throuch the Suooty Cr 16 Adding a page to your Favorites To add a page to your Favorites tap the Add to Favorites icon give the page a name the page title will be used by default and select a folder to save the URL to Add to Favorites Name Acer com Worldwide Select your local country or region Create in Cancel Acer com Wo a T o RN 17 My Journal My Journal is a handy place for you to keep clippings of websites and other information you may want to refer to later You can organize the information you wish to view from a number of sources on a single easy to view page Open Acer Ring and scroll through the AppCards to My Journal Tap the AppCard to open the application mii Window Manager My Journal Website content is automatically updated each time you open the journal page My Journal g Entertainment Politics Business Funding N The most important investment a Pi I nation can make for its future is in its young learners providing them with m the ed lead us into the 21st century A variety of funds and di grants are available to aid in the j u Ca l achievement of this goal ye K 12 Education Funds W Higher Education Funds Acer Technology in Educ
61. n them may be erased Medical devices xi 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 do so Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF transmissions 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 e Always keep the device more than 15 3 centimeters 6 inches from the pacemaker e Not carry the device near your pacemaker when the device is switched on 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 su
62. ndwriting tab you can set the ink thickness adjust spacing and restore the defaults Settings Audio skn Control Advanced Ink thickness 56 Window Manager Your Windows desktop is extended to the lower screen allowing you to work on both screens using the touch functions Recycle Bin Skype V id Acer Registration m S os a acer Empowering people Registration SES nee REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT Register your product and standard warranty now to get full access to Acer universe Enhanced technical service a Gy Quicker identification process Customer satisfaction survey F On News about Acer and the latest products a oa _ iA I f Acer Ring 5 It will take you less than one minute a fy r Next Norton f r F F r 7 aa y f pfn S m Z a pau a gt a olors re and black Click and drag a card to move it Use Window Manager to control the windows on each screen To launch Window Manager open Acer Ring and select Window Manager please refer to Acer Ring on page 7 for more information Window Manager gives you a touch friendly interface for controlling the various windows on your computer Two additional buttons are added to the title bar of any window They provide an easy way to move windows from one screen to the other by tapping the icon on each window 57 Tap ge to open Window Mana
63. o Gesture Editor on page 9 Keyboard Open Virtual Keyboard please refer to Virtual Keyboard on page 45 Window Manager Open Window Manager please refer to Window Manager on page 56 On one side of Acer Ring you can see a selection of AppCards You can scroll through the applications and tap on a card to open the application The AppCards are as follows TouchVideo TouchPhoto TouchMusic TouchBrowser this is the AppCard that is shown when you open Acer Ring Scrapbook My Journal SocialJogger Starting from the area marked Draw a gesture here draw a gesture you have defined to perform the associated function Please refer to Gesture Editor on page 9 for information on defining your own gestures Q Pee et Te Te ee Cre Cer rer Note As long as the gesture starts within the central ring you can extend the gesture beyond the boundaries of the central ring Larger gestures increase recognition accuracy Gesture Editor You can set personalized gestures to perform functions or launch programs Tap Gesture Editor on Acer Ring to see the pre defined gestures L Gesture Editor G tt Ae ey Mh W Tap the lower screen with both palms to launch the Virtual Keyboard ae User Defined W Tap the lower screen with five fingers to launch Acer Ring Tap either of the pre defined gestures to practice the gesture L Gesture Editor Tap the lower screen with five fingers to launch Acer Ring Alar a D
64. ombine 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 Using passwords 77 Entering passwords When a password is set a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen e When the Supervisor Password is set a prompt appears when you press lt F2 gt to enter the BIOS utility at boot up e 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 e When the User Password is set and the password on boot parameter is enabled a prompt appears at boot up e 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 please refer to BIOS utility on page 80 Connectivity options 78 Expanding through options Your computer offers you a complete mobile comput
65. only If you have an external display device attached to the HDMI port or VGA port you can switch the upper display screen to the external device by pressing lt Fn gt lt e from Virtual Keyboard If you have more than one device attached press the hotkey combination until it activates the desired device Using the Intel Graphics and Media Control Panel To open the Intel Graphics and Media Control Panel right click on the E icon in the System Tray and select Graphics Properties to open the Intel Graphics and Media Control Panel 62 Select Multiple Displays from the menu on the left and select the Second Display i Multiple Displays Intel Graphics and Media Operating Mode Extended Desktop Control Panel Primary Display Built in Display Display Second Display Built in Display 2 General Settings Multiple Displays Positioning Color Enhancement Custom Resolutions Monitor TV Settings 3D Media Power Options and Support General Settings Intel Graphics and Media Display Control Panel Resolution Display Color Depth General Settings Multiple Displays Refresh Rate Color Enhancement Custom Resolutions Rotation Monitor TV Settings Scaling 3D Media Power Options and Support e Display Built in Display 2 e Resolution 1366 x 768 e Color Depth 32 Bit e Refresh Rate 60 Hz e Rotation Rotate to 180 Degrees e Scaling Scale Full Screen Built in Displ
66. ort Scrapbook pages to other applications such as PowerPoint or save it as an image file on your system Tap the export icon AA Sera 07 Exporting Scrapbook pages 29 This will open a tab on the upper screen showing the exported page Drag and drop the page into the other application or to your desktop file browser to save it as a file earns erPoi pe Slide 1 of 1 Default Design oF 10 14 2010 J 30 Device Control Device Control is a convenient way for you to control the brightness of each screen turn the backlight on or off for each screen and adjust the volume to suit your needs It also indicates the location of each port on your computer and allows you to turn your connectivity devices on or off select a power scheme lock your computer turn it off or place it in Sleep mode Device Control Balanced X Lock Screen Saver Monitor Off Hibernate Sleep Backlight ON Brightness ms Backlight ON Brightness mS USB Keyboard If you have any devices plugged into a USB port or the HDMI port Device Control will show what type of device is plugged into each port If you have inserted a storage device into a USB port you may tap the USB icon to open a context menu Tap Open to view the files in Windows Explorer Device Control Cop Balanced v Lock Screen Saver Monitor Off Hibernate Sleep ShutDown 100 Backlight Brightn
67. oto gives you an easy to use interface to view image files from your computer Tap the TouchPhoto AppCard to launch TouchPhoto TouchPhoto TouchPhoto 35 The interface will open on the lower screen and show thumbnails of the image files found in your image library TouchPhoto Photo My Photo Library External D My Photo Library Browse Computer Tap Browse Computer to browse your computer for other image files TouchPhoto Photo Browse Computer External D My Photo Library Browse Computer TouchPhoto 36 Photos will be shown as thumbnails Tap any thumbnail to display the photo on the upper screen a 2a oe te aaa TouchPhoto Photo Sample Pictures External D My Photo Library Chrysanthemum jpg Desert jpg Hydrangeas jpg Jellyfish jpg Koala jpg Lighthouse jpg Penguins jpg Browse Computer Tulips jpg TouchPhoto 37 At the bottom of the lower screen a toolbar with slideshow and playback controls will open 23 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 Slideshow Starts playing a slideshow of all the images in the folder 2 Stop Stops the slideshow playback 3 Previous Jumps to the previous photo in the slideshow 4 Pause Pauses the slideshow 5 Next Jumps to the next photo in the slideshow 6 Zoom Adjusts the zoom of the displayed photo disabled during slideshows 7 Rotate left Rotates the selected photo 90 to the left 8 Rotate right Rotates the selected photo 90 to the ri
68. our sitting height to achieve maximum comfort Observe the following tips e Refrain from staying too long in one fixed posture e Avoid slouching forward and or leaning backward e Stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on your leg muscles e Take short rests to relax your neck and shoulders e Avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders e install the external display keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach e Ifyou 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 stress your eyes The following sections provide suggestions on how to reduce eyestrain Eyes e Rest your eyes frequently e Give your eyes regular breaks by looking away from the monitor and focusing on a distant point e Blink frequently to keep your eyes from drying out Display e Keep your display clean e 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 e Adjust the display brightness and or contrast to a comfortable level for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity e Eliminate glare and reflections by e Placing your display in such a way that the side f
69. p discs Note This feature requires an external optical disc drive To restore Windows from your previously burned backup discs you will need to insert the first backup disc and enable the F12 Boot Menu via the BIOS Setup Utility 1 Turn on your computer and insert the first system recovery disc into the optical disc drive Restart your computer 2 During startup when the Acer logo shows and the virtual keyboard is displayed tap the lt F2 gt key to enter BIOS Setup where you can set system parameters Use the left and right arrow keys to select the Main submenu Use the up and down arrow keys to select F12 Boot Menu Use the lt F5 gt or lt F6 gt key to change F12 Boot Menu to Enabled nu A W Tap the lt ESC gt key to enter the Exit submenu press the lt ENTER gt key to Exit Saving Changes Press the ENTER key again to select Yes The system will reboot 7 After rebooting when the Acer logo shows press the lt F12 gt key to open the Boot Menu Here you can select which device to boot from 8 Use the arrow keys to select IDE 0 then press the lt ENTER gt key Windows will be installed from the recovery disc 9 Insert the second recovery disc when prompted then follow the onscreen prompts to complete the restore 10 Remove the recovery disc from the optical drive once the restore is complete Do this before rebooting your computer Restore 68 If you prefer to set the boot priority for long term use you
70. pment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating Basic care and tips for using your computer V Taking care of your battery pack Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack e Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements Turn the power off before removing or replacing batteries Q oe E E eee Note If your battery requires replacing please contact your nearest Acer service center Do not attempt to replace the battery yourself e Do not tamper with batteries Keep them away from children e 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 Usea soft moist cloth Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners If either of the following occurs e the computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged e the computer does not operate normally Please refer to Frequently asked questions on page 82 Safety instructions vi 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 cleanin
71. proving recharging efficiency You are advised to follow the suggestions set out below e Use AC power whenever possible reserving battery for on the go use e Store the battery pack in a cool dry place The recommended temperature is 10 C 50 F to 30 C 86 F Higher temperatures cause the battery to discharge faster e Excessive recharging decreases the battery life e Look after your AC adapter and battery Battery lowwarning 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 becomes fully depleted and the computer shuts down When the battery ow warning appears the recommended course of action depends on your situation The AC adapter and_ 1 Plug the AC adapter into the computer and then a power outlet are connect to the mains power supply available 2 Save all necessary files 3 Resume work Turn off the computer if you want to recharge the battery rapidly The AC adapter ora_ 1 Save all necessary files power outlet is 2 Close all applications ule a You 3 Shut down the operating system to turn off the ave no spare computer battery pack Disconnecting from the desktop 72 Taking your computer with you This section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer Disconnecting from the desktop Follo
72. r 10 and 30 minute of inactivity respectively e Wake the computer from sleep mode by pushing keyboard or moving mouse e Computers will save more than 80 energy when in Sleep mode ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are registered U S marks 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 following symptoms may appear in the hands wrists arms shoulders neck or back e Numbness or a burning or tingling sensation e Aching soreness or tenderness e Pain swelling or throbbing e Stiffness or tightness e 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 Tips and information for comfortable use xiv The following section provides tips for more comfortable computer use Finding your comfort zone Find your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor using a footrest or raising y
73. r computer please contact an authorized Acer service center Environment e Temperature e Operating 5 C to 35 C Non operating 20 C to 65 C e Humidity non condensing e Operating 20 to 80 e Non operating 20 to 80 Enabling wireless devices Device Control allows you to enable and disable the various wireless connectivity devices on your computer Device Control Balanced m Backlight ON OFF Brightness ms Backlight ON OFF Open Device Control from Acer Ring or press lt Fn gt lt gt the lt F3 gt button to open Device Control A red button indicates the device is off e Tap ON to turn the device on A blue button indicates the device is on e Tap OFF to turn the device off Tap the device name to open the Windows Control Panel to adjust the advanced settings for each device Acer Ring Acer Ring incorporates a number of useful functions and tools in one easy to use interface Tap the lower display screen with all five fingers at once to display Acer Ring You need to close Virtual Keyboard if it s open before trying to open Acer Ring TouchBrowser le Capture Capture a part of the screen to Scrapbook to the clipboard or as an image Web Clip Select a part of a web page to paste in Scrapbook or My Journal Device Control Adjust settings for your computer please refer to Device Control on page 30 Gesture Editor Open the Gesture editor please refer t
74. rder 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 LCD pixel statement 89 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 not operate Please ensure that a separate telephone not dependent on local power is available for emergency use 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 Radio device regulatory notice Note Below regulatory in
75. rly 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 computer logo and pre boot keyboard are 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 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 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 Playing DVD movies If you wish to view DVDs on your computer you will need to purchase an external DVD player Please see your retailer for information on external optical disc drives that are compatible with your system 1 Eject the DVD disk Important When you launch the DVD player for the first time the program asks you to enter the region code DVDs are coded for one of six regions Once your DVD drive is set to a region code it will play DVDs for that region only You can set the reg
76. s available in Portable Document Format PDF and comes preloaded on your computer Follow these steps to access it 1 Click on fs Start gt All Programs gt Documentation 2 Click on ICONIA User Guide Q P E E ee erent eres Note Viewing the file requires Adobe Reader If Adobe Reader is not installed on your computer clicking on the user guide link 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 please refer to the Help and Support menu Warranty information is included on a separate leaflet in the documentation pack included with your computer and is specific to your home region Your International Travelers Warranty booklet gives you information that is essential for obtaining technical support when traveling outside of your home country 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 in the right hand hinge Please refer to the setup poster for the location of the power button To turn the power off do any of the following Basic care and tips for using your computer IV Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start then click on Shut Down Use the power button You can also put the computer in sleep mode by pressing the sleep hotkey lt Fn gt lt z_ gt the lt F4 gt button Q e E E ee ee Not
77. should select the Boot submenu 1 Turn on your computer and insert the first system recovery disc into the optical disc drive Restart your computer 2 During startup when the Acer logo shows and the virtual keyboard is displayed tap the lt F2 gt key to enter BIOS Setup where you can set system parameters Use the left and right arrow keys to select the Boot submenu 4 Use the up and down arrow keys to select the IDEO device Use the lt F6 gt key to move the IDEO device to the highest boot priority or use the lt F5 gt key to move other devices to a lower boot priority Ensure that the IDEO device is the highest priority 6 Tap the lt ESC gt key to enter the Exit submenu press the lt ENTER gt key to Exit Saving Changes Press the ENTER key again to select Yes The system will reboot When you reboot Windows will be installed from the recovery disc 8 Insert the second recovery disc when prompted then follow the onscreen prompts to complete the restore 9 Remove the recovery disc from the optical drive once the restore is complete Do this before rebooting your computer Battery pack characteristics 69 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 e Employs current battery technology standards e Delivers a battery low warning The battery is recharged whenever you connect the
78. tructions Mercury advisory ENERGY STAR Tips and information for comfortable use Your Acer Touchbook tour Top view Closed front view Left view Right view Environment Enabling wireless devices Acer Ring Gesture Editor TouchBrowser Adding a page to your Favorites My Journal Editing pages Web Clip Scrapbook Capture tool Managing images in Scrapbook Exporting Scrapbook pages Device Control Multimedia TouchVideo TouchPhoto TouchMusic SocialJogger Sharing content Contents Settings Virtual Keyboard XT9 predictive text Keyboard toolbars The keyboard button When operating under Windows Before Windows boots Other ways of entering information Handwritten input Keyboard settings Window Manager Closing Window Manager Adjusting display settings Using the Intel Graphics and Media Control Panel Power management Acer eRecovery Management Burn backup discs Restore Restore Windows from backup discs Battery pack Battery pack characteristics Maximizing the battery s life Charging the battery Checking the battery level Optimizing battery life Battery low warning Taking your computer with you Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around Preparing the computer What to bring to meetings Taking the computer home Preparing the computer What to take with you Special considerations Setting up a home office Traveling with the computer Preparing the computer What to take with you Special considerations
79. w these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories 1 Save any open files Shut down the computer Close the display cover Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter Disconnect any external devices nu A WwW N 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 then click on Shut Down 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 Note If the Sleep indicator is off the computer has entered Hibernation mode and is turned off If the power indicator is off Taking the computer home 73 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 Hibern
80. y advisory For bulb inside projectors or electronic products containing an non LED backlit 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 Tips and information for comfortable use xiii ENERGY STAR Acer s ENERGY STAR qualified products save your money by reducing energy cost and protecting the environment without sacrificing features or performance Acer is proud to offer our customers products with the ENERGY STAR mark What is ENERGY STAR Products that are ENERGY STAR qualified use less energy and prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the U S Environmental Protection Agency Acer is committed to offer products and services worldwide that help customers save money conserve energy and improve the quality of our environment The more energy we can save through higher energy efficiency the more we reduce greenhouse gases and the risks of climate change More information refers to www energystar gov or www energystar gov powermanagement Acer ENERGY STAR qualified products only for certain models e Produce less heat and reduce cooling loads and warmer climates e Automatically go into display sleep and computer sleep mode afte

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