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Aspire Digital 9800 User's Manual

1. Se Alt TO A rod ss A 2 9 p Cam is S Jo Ws 9 9 py Can The Euro symbol 1 Open a text editor or word processor 2 Either press lt gt at the bottom right of the keyboard or hold lt Alt Gr gt and then press the lt 5 gt key at the upper center of the keyboard Note Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol Please refer to www microsoft com typography faq faq12 htm for more information The US dollar sign 1 Open a text editor or word processor 2 Either press lt gt at the bottom right of the keyboard or hold lt Shift gt and then press the lt 4 gt key at the upper center of the keyboard Note This function varies according to the language settings 37 Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Press the drive eject button to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is on Insert a paper clip to the emergency eject hole to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is off Note Slot load or tray load depending on model Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with a Kensington compatible security slot for a security lock Wrap the computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle o
2. lt Fn gt lt F1 gt 9 Hotkey help Displays help on hotkeys lt Fn gt lt F2 gt YY Acer eSettings Launches Acer eSettings in Acer V Empowering Technology See Acer Empowering Technology on page 1 l Acer ePower Launches Acer ePower A Management Management in Acer Empowering Technology See Acer Empowering Technology on page 1 lt Fn gt lt F3 gt lt Fn gt lt F4 gt Z Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep Z mode lt Fn gt lt F5 gt OE Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen external monitor if connected and both lt Fn gt lt F6 gt Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight off to save power Press any key to return lt Fn gt lt F7 gt a Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off lt Fn gt lt F8 gt Ao Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off F tT lt Fn gt lt gt lt Fn gt lt gt P lt Fn gt lt gt gt R lt Fn gt lt gt Volume up Volume down Brightness up Brightness down 35 Increases the sound volume Decreases the sound volume Increases the screen brightness Decreases the screen brightness 36 Special keys You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper center and or bottom right of your keyboard Lin NW Mt MN NN I CoC EL in LITT corr ULL rn oin S s NE S Q S S Q
3. Ad REALTEK Dolby Digital Live Dolby Digital Live encodes audio signals into a Dolby Digital 5 1 bitstream for multi channel playback through a surround sound system To take advantage of Dolby Digital Live you need a Dolby Digital equipped audio video receiver or digital speaker system 1 Connect your computer to your audio system using a S PDIF cable via the S PDIF out port to convert audio signals into Dolby Digital bitstream and begin Dolby Digital output Cy Note When the Dolby Digital Live icon is enabled only the digital audio S PDIF port of your computer will be active You will not hear any sound from the computer s built in speakers To use your computer s built in speakers disable Dolby Digital Live by clicking the Dolby Digital Live icon DTS Connect DTS Connect consists of DTS Interactive and Neo PC for both multi channel and stereo content DTS Interactive encodes audio signals into a DTS compatible bitstream for multi channel playback through a surround sound system Neo PC transforms stereo content such as MP3 WMA or CD audio into 7 1 channel surround sound To take advantage of DTS Connect you need a DTS equipped audio video receiver or digital speaker system 1 Connect your computer to your audio system using a S PDIF cable via the S PDIF out port 2 Open the Realtek HD Audio Manager 3 Click the DTS Interactive icon Sas to convert audio signals into multi channel
4. eSa Settings _ Aa Fo Forest Frangipani F Green Sea T Humpback V Oryx Anteloy CEA p O Gia Giza 61 Cinema If your computer came with a DVD drive you can play movies from DVDs and video CDs VCDs with the Cinema function of Acer Arcade This player has the features and controls of a typical DVD player When you insert a disk into the DVD drive the movie begins playing automatically To control the movie the pop up player control panel appears at the bottom of the window when you move the pointer If more than one optical drive contains a playable disk click the Cinema button on the Home page to open the Cinema content page then select the disk you d like to watch from the list on the right When viewing DVDs the following special controls are added to the pop up panel DVD Menu e Subtitles Language Snapshot e Angle The disk currently playing will be shown in the area above the list of drives This page is also displayed when you press the Stop button during a movie The buttons on the left side allow you to resume the movie from the point it was stopped restart the movie from the beginning jump to the DVD menu eject the disk or go to the DVD Settings page Settings To access the settings for Cinema first click the Settings button on the main menu and then click on Cinema This allows you to change Video and Language settings The Settings control the audio an
5. lt au gt lt BREAK gt Display the System Properties dialog box lt au gt lt SHIFT M gt Restore minimized windows to the desktop lt al gt lt TAB gt Cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3 D lt al gt lt SPACEBAR gt Bring all gadgets to the front and select Windows Sidebar lt CTRL gt lt au gt lt F gt Search for computers if you are on a network lt CTRL gt lt au gt lt TAB gt Use the arrow keys to cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3 D Note Depending on your edition of Windows Vista some shortcuts may not function as described m Application This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button key it opens the application s context menu 34 Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer s controls like screen brightness volume output and the BIOS utility To activate hotkeys press and hold the lt Fn gt key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination KEA Maal Il MMM T C O 1 L im im E D ion i i i ia i i OSS _ E m is is is i ja a is i oS a UCUL ei I G B L L L E L L E L ie in ia i WS Oa
6. CAUTION for Listening To protect your hearing follow these instructions Increase the volume gradually until you can hear clearly and comfortably Do not increase the volume level after your ears have adjusted Do not listen to music at high volumes for extended periods e Do not increase the volume to block out noisy surroundings Decrease the volume if you can t hear people speaking near you iV Warnings Do not use this product near water Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand or table If the product falls it could be seriously damaged Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating These openings must not be blocked or covered The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register or in a built in installation unless proper ventilation is provided Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into the product To avoid damage of internal components and to 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 caus
7. If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance Some problems may be solved using the BIOS utility 96 Regulations and safety notices FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This device generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the device off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the device and receiver Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio television technician for help Notice Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with FC
8. NTSC PAL port AV in port TV tuner antenna in port Headphones speaker line out port with S PDIF support Microphone in jack Line in jack Parallel port Serial port Ethernet RJ 45 port Modem RJ 11 port DC in jack for AC adapter Acer Bluetooth VoIP phone 512 MB 1 or 2GB DDR2 667 MHz soDIMM modules 8 cell Li ion battery pack 3 pin 135 W AC adapter External USB floppy disk drive 27 Software e Acer Empowering Technology e Acer eNet Management e Acer ePower Management e Acer ePresentation Management e Acer eDataSecurity Management e Acer eLock Management e Acer eRecovery Management e Acer eSettings Management e Acer GridVista Acer Arcade e Acer Arcade Deluxe e Acer Launch Manager Norton Internet Security e Adobe Reader e CyberLink PowerDVD e CyberLink PowerProducer e NTI CD Maker Note Software listed above is for reference only The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased Environment e Temperature e Operating 5 C to 35 C e Non operating 20 C to 65 C Humidity non condensing e Operating 20 to 80 e Non operating 20 to 80 System e Wi Fi compliance ACPI Mobile PC 2002 DMI 2 0 Warranty One year International Travelers Warranty ITW Note The specifications listed above are for reference only The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased 28 Indicators The com
9. Serial ATA hard disk drives RAID 0 1 and Intel Matrix RAID supported Optical drive options e DVD Super Multi double layer drive slot load e HD DVD 5 in 1 card reader supporting Secure Digital SD MultiMediaCard MMC Memory Stick MS Memory Stick PRO MS PRO xD Picture Card xD Two built in Acer 3DSonic 1 5 W stereo speakers and one Acer BasSonic subwoofer Dolby Digital Live support DTS CONNECT support featuring DTS INTERACTIVE and DTS NEO PC technologies Intel High Definition audio support S PDIF Sony Philips Digital Interface support for digital speakers MS Sound compatible Two built in stereo microphones Acer Video Conference featuring Voice and Video over Internet Protocol VVoIP support via Acer OrbiCam and optional Acer Bluetooth VoIP phone Acer OrbiCam 1 3 megapixel CMOS camera featuring e 30 degree ergonomic rotation WLAN Intel PRO Wireless 3945ABG network connection dual band tri mode 802 11a b g Wi Fi CERTIFIED solution supporting Acer SignalUp wireless technology WPAN Bluetooth 2 0 EDR Enhanced Data Rate LAN gigabit Ethernet Wake on LAN ready Modem 56K ITU V 92 with PTT approval Wake on Ring ready Dimensions and weight Power subsystem Special keys and controls 25 475 W x 352 D x 61 8 H mm 18 7 x 13 9 x 2 4 inches 20 1 LCD model e 7 8 kg 17 19 lbs with TV tuner and 2nd hard disk drive e 7 7 kg 16 9
10. 1999 5 EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standard e Article 3 1 a Health and Safety e EN60950 1 2001 e E N50371 2002 e EN50360 2002 Applied to models with 3G function Article 3 1 b EMC EN301 489 1 V1 4 1 2002 e EN301 489 17 V1 2 1 2002 e EN301 489 3 V1 4 1 2002 Applied to models with 27MHz wireless mouse keyboard e EN301 489 7 V1 2 1 2002 Applied to models with 3G function e EN301 489 24 V1 2 1 2002 Applied to models with 3G function e Article 3 2 Spectrum Usages EN300 328 V1 5 1 2004 EN301 893 V1 2 3 2003 e EN300 220 1 V1 3 1 2000 Applied to models with 27MHz wireless mouse keyboard e EN300 220 3 V1 1 1 2000 Applied to models with 27MHz 102 wireless mouse keyboard EN301 511 V9 0 2 2003 Applied to models with 3G function EN301 908 1 V2 2 1 2003 Applied to models with 3G function EN301 908 2 V2 2 1 2003 Applied to models with 3G CEO 103 List of applicable countries EU member states as of May 2004 are Belgium Denmark Germany Greece Spain France Ireland Italy Luxembourg the Netherlands Austria Portugal Finland Sweden United Kingdom Estonia Latvia Lithuania Poland Hungary Czech Republic Slovak Republic Slovenia Cyprus and Malta Usage allowed in the countries of European Union as well as Norway Switzerland Iceland and Liechtenstein This device must be used in strict accordance with the regulations and constraints in
11. 85 86 89 89 89 89 90 90 91 92 92 93 93 94 94 94 96 96 97 100 100 100 101 101 101 103 104 105 106 LCD panel ergonomic specifications 107 Index 108 Acer Empowering Technology The Empowering Technology toolbar makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer system Displayed by default in the upper half of your screen it provides access to the following utilities e Acer eNet Management hooks up to location based networks intelligently e Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans e Acer ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts display settings e Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and encryption e Acer eLock Management limits access to external storage media e Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data flexibly reliably and completely e Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily For more information right click on the Empowering Technology toolbar then select the Help or Tutorial function Empowering Technology password Before using Acer eLock Management and Acer eRecovery Management you must initialize the Empowering Technology password Right click on the Empowering Technology toolbar and select Password Setup to do so If you have not initialized the Empowering Technology password and run Acer eLock
12. AC adapter e Spare fully charged battery pack s e Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer 71 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 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 e Avoid exposing floppy disks to hand held metal detectors Traveling internationally with the computer When you are moving from country to country Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as you would normally prepare it for traveling What to bring with you Bring the following items with you e AC adapter Power cords that are appropriate for the country to which you are traveling e Spare fully charged battery packs e Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer e 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 e 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 w
13. AcerSystem User s Guide xii First things first We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs Your guides To help you use your Acer notebook we have designed a set of guides First off the Just for Starters poster helps you get started with setting up your computer The printed User s Guide introduces you to the basic features and functions of your new computer For more on how your computer can help you to be more productive please refer to the AcerSystem User s Guide This guide contains detailed information on such subjects as system utilities data recovery expansion options and troubleshooting In addition it contains warranty information and the general regulations and safety notices for your notebook It is available in Portable Document Format PDF and comes preloaded on your notebook Follow these steps to access it 1 Click on Start All Programs AcerSystem 2 Click on AcerSystem User s Guide Note Viewing the file requires Adobe Reader If Adobe Reader is not installed on your computer clicking on AcerSystem User s Guide will run the Adobe Reader setup program first Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation For instructions on how to use Adobe Reader access the Help and Support menu Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and off To turn on the computer simply press and relea
14. Audio Settings Use Speaker Environment to choose between Headphones SPDIF 2 or more speakers depending on your audio equipment Output Mode should be set to Stereo if you are listening to speakers Dolby Surround or Virtual Surround Sound if you are using headphones Note If your speakers are not capable of outputting low frequency signals it is recommended that you do not select Virtual Surround Sound in order to avoid damaging your speakers Click Run Setup Wizard to change your original startup settings Click About Acer Arcade to open a page with version and copyright information Click Restore Default Settings to return the Acer Arcade settings to their default values Arcade controls When watching video clips movies or slide shows at full screen two pop up control panels are shown when you move the pointer They automatically disappear after several seconds The Navigation Controls panel appears at the top and the Player Controls panel appears at the bottom of the screen Navigation controls To return to the Arcade home page click the Home button in the upper left corner of the window To go up one folder level while searching for content click Up one level To return to the previous screen click the red arrow The buttons in the upper right minimize maximize close have standard PC behaviors To quit Arcade click the Close button in the upper right corner of the window Player co
15. Back to previous page Navigate between selections and menu items OK to select option enter play and pause Toggle audio on off Increase or decrease the audio playback level Enter TV channel numbers Launch TeleText closed captions Teletext shortcut functions Toggle between TV in and AV in Launch quit Acer Arcade return to Arcade main page Toggle between different viewing angles Open subtitles menu Stop current playing or recording operation Fast forward through media Skip ahead one music track DVD chapter or photo Capture the current TV Video screen Show DVD or TV listings information Return to previous channel Change channels up and down Shortcut to scan channel page scan TV channels Dependent on individual DVD content 58 Finding and playing content Clicking a button on the Arcade home page opens the corresponding feature s home page The content pages have buttons on the left and a content browsing area on the right If a button shows one of several choices such as sort order the current setting is shown by a brightly colored ball on the button To pick content click an item in the content area When there is more than one CD or DVD drive all drives will be shown Pictures and videos are shown as files with thumbnails and organized into folders To browse a folder click to open it To go back up to the folder above it click the Up one level button If there is more content than will fi
16. Blink frequently to keep your eyes from drying out Display Keep your display clean Keep your head at a higher level than the top edge of the display so your eyes point downward when looking at the middle of the display 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 faces the window or any light source minimizing room light by using drapes shades or blinds using a task light e changing the display s viewing angle using a glare reduction filter using a display visor such as a piece of cardboard extended from the display s top front edge e Avoid adjusting your display to an awkward viewing angle e Avoid looking at bright light sources such as open windows for extended periods of time xi Developing good work habits Develop the following work habits to make your computer use more relaxing and productive e Take short breaks regularly and often Perform some stretching exercises Breathe fresh air as often as possible e 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 Note For more information please refer to Regulations and safety notices on page 96 in the
17. DTS Digital Surround and begin DTS output Note When DTS Interactive is enabled only the digital audio S PDIF port of your computer will be active You will not hear any sound from the computer s built in speakers To use your computer s built in speakers disable DTS Interactive by clicking the DTS Interactive icon Note DTS CONNECT DTS INTERACTIVE and DTS NEO PC are trademarks of DTS Inc DTS is a registered trademark of DTS Inc 41 Using RAID What is RAID RAID stands for Redundant Array of Independent Disks a system in which multiple hard disk drives share or replicate data among the drives Depending on the version of RAID you choose to use benefits include enhanced data integrity backup better throughput speed or increased storage capacity compared to single drives Your Acer computer with two Serial ATA hard disk drives supports RAID 0 RAID 1 and Intel Matrix RAID RAID 0 RAID 0 also known as a striped set splits data evenly across two or more disks with no parity information for redundancy RAID 0 is normally used to increase performance although it can also be used as a way to create a small number of large virtual disks out of a large number of small physical ones A RAID 0 can be created with disks of differing sizes but the storage space added to the array by each disk is limited to the size of the smallest disk for example if a 120 GB disk is striped together with
18. Ibs without TV tuner and 2nd hard disk drive 19 LCD model e 7 5 kg 16 5 Ibs with TV tuner and 2nd hard disk drive e 7 4kg 16 3 lbs without TV tuner and 2nd hard disk drive ACPI 3 0 CPU power management standard supports Standby and Hibernation power saving modes 71 W 4800 mAh Li ion battery pack 8 cell Acer QuicCharge technology e 80 charge in 1 hour e 2 hour rapid charge system off e 2 5 hour charge in use 3 pin 135 W AC adapter 811 g with power cord 105 106 key keyboard with inverted T cursor layout 2 5 mm minimum key travel Touchpad with 4 way scroll button 12 function keys four cursor keys two Windows keys hotkey controls embedded numeric keypad international language support Four easy launch buttons Empowering Key email Internet user programmable button Seven media keys Acer Arcade volume up down previous next play pause stop Four front panel LED indicators power battery WLAN Bluetooth Two communication LED switches WLAN Bluetooth Acer remote controls e Acer Arcade 48 keys e Multi Media remote controller uses an external USB CIR receiver 26 I O interface Options and accessories ExpressCard 54 slot PC Card slot one Type II 5 in 1 card reader SD MMC MS MS PRO xD Four USB 2 0 ports DVI D port with HDCP support IEEE 1394 port Consumer infrared CIR port Fast infrared FIR port External display VGA port S video TV out
19. Management or Acer eRecovery Management you will be asked to create it Note If you lose the Empowering Technology password there is no way to reset it except by reformatting your system Make sure to remember or write down your password oe O 5 m D O O to lt Acer eNet Management kJ Acer eNet Management helps you quickly connect to both wired and wireless networks in a variety of locations To access this utility select Acer eNet Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar or run the program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu You can also set Acer eNet Management to start automatically when you boot up your PC Acer eNet Management automatically detects the best settings for a new location while offering you the option to manually adjust the settings to match your needs gt O Fa U H O D z O LLI Empowering Technology z Acer eNet Management Current Profile ide e Connected C Wi Fi in Fange SUNI Fi Methwork s Wi Fi Network MIS 15FD2 Y a 60 connection Speed 11 Mbps LAN Connected Connect to MIS 15F O02 successful via T Main E Profile Manager y Settings Acer eNet Management can save network settings for a location to a profile and automatically switch to the appropriate profile when you move from one location to another Settings stored includ
20. adapters TV tuners Bluetooth connectivity and IEEE 1394B adapters ExpressCards support USB 2 0 and PCI Express applications Important There are two types ExpressCard 54 and ExpressCard 34 54mm and 34mm each with different functions Not all ExpressCard slots will support both types Please refer to your card s manual for details on how to install and use the card and its functions Inserting an ExpressCard Insert the card into the slot and push gently until it clicks into position EXPRESS CARD i o l Ei m Ejecting an ExpressCard Before ejecting an ExpressCard 1 Exit the application using the card 2 Left click on the remove hardware icon on the taskbar and stop the card operation 3 Push the card gently into the slot and release to pop out the card Then pull the card free from the slot 85 Installing memory Follow these steps to install memory 1 Turn off the computer unplug the AC adapter if connected and remove the battery pack Then turn the computer over to access its base 2 Remove the screws from the memory cover then lift up and remove the memory cover 3 a Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot then b gently press it down until it clicks into place 4 Replace the memory cover and secure it with the screw 5 Reinstall the battery pack and reconnect the AC adapter 6 Turn on the computer The computer automatically detects and reconfigures the total m
21. 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 Check that you have removed all media and compact disks from the drive s Failure to remove the media can damage the drive head Pack the computer in a protective case that can prevent the computer from sliding around and cushion it if it should fall Caution Avoid packing items next to the top cover of the computer Pressure against the top cover can damage the screen What to take with you Unless you have some items at home take the following items with you e AC adapter and power cord e The printed User s Guide 76 Special considerations Follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work Minimize the effects of temperature change
22. compatible device like a video camera or digital camera See your video or digital camera s documentation for details 83 PC Card slot The Type II PC Card slot of the computer accepts PC Cards that enhance the usability and expandability of the computer These cards should have a PC Card logo on them PC Cards formerly PCMCIA are add on cards for portable computers giving you expansion possibilities long afforded by desktop PCs Popular PC Cards include flash fax data modem wireless LAN and SCSI cards CardBus improves on the 16 bit PC card technology by expanding the bandwidth to 32 bits Note Refer to your card s manual for details on how to install and use the card and its functions Inserting a PC Card Insert the card into the slot and make the proper connections e g network cable if necessary See your card manual for details ii 1T Ejecting a PC Card Before ejecting a PC Card 1 Exit the application using the card 2 Left click on the PC Card icon on the taskbar and stop the card operation 3 Press the slot eject button to pop out the eject button then press it again to eject the card 84 ExpressCard The ExpressCard is the newest version of the PC Card It is a smaller and faster interface that further enhances the usability and expandability of your computer ExpressCards support a vast number of expansion options including flash memory card
23. does not of itself give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN termination point In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance List of applicable countries EU member states as of May 2004 are Belgium Denmark Germany Greece Spain France Ireland Italy Luxembourg the Netherlands Austria Portugal Finland Sweden United Kingdom Estonia Latvia Lithuania Poland Hungary Czech Republic Slovak Republic Slovenia Cyprus and Malta Usage allowed in the countries of European Union as well as Norway Switzerland Iceland and Liechtenstein This device must be used in strict accordance with the regulations and constraints in the country of use For further information please contact local office in the country of use Notice for Australia For safety reasons only connect headsets with a telecommunications compliance label This includes customer equipment previously labelled permitted or certified Notice for New Zealand 1 99 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 mode
24. eLock Management Removable Storage Devices Optical Drive Devices Floppy Drive Devices oe O 2 m m D O O to lt gt O Fa U H O D z O LLI 10 Acer eRecovery Management L Acer eRecovery Management is a versatile backup utility It allows you to create full or incremental backups burn the factory default image to optical disc and restore from previously created backups or reinstall applications and drivers By default user created backups are stored to the D drive Acer eRecovery Management provides you with e Password protection Empowering Technology password e Full and incremental backups to hard disk or optical disc e Creation of backups e Factory default image e User backup image s Current system configuration e Application backup e Restore and recovery e Factory default image e User backup image e From previously created CD DVD e Reinstall applications drivers 11 Empowering Technology lt 2 Acer eRecovery Management ERN i Full Backup Fast Backup ABbojouyude Hulwamoduwy Backup Points Hamme Time LJ Notif me ifthe change trom last incremental backup is more than Backup Burn Disce gt Restore For more information please refer to Acer eRecovery Management on page 92 in the AcerSystem User s Guide Note If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD pl
25. files create your own customized content and more Arcade Deluxe includes the following utilities e VideoMagician e TV Joy selected models only SportsCap selected models only e DV Wizard DVDivine VideoMagician 70 Remote control for selected models The table below explains the functions of the remote control bundled with your Acer system if included Remote control functions l NIAI UT A WwW N 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 TeleText regions only Play Record Rewind Skip Backward Pause Recorded TV Guide Navigation OK buttons Mute Back Volume Start Color buttons TeleText Enter Power DVD Menu Stop Fast Forward Skip Forward Live TV Information Channel 0 9 buttons Clear CIR receiver 71 Play selection Record TV Reverse playback or go to previous picture Skip a section backward Pause playback Display Recorded TV page Display the Guide Navigate and confirm selections Toggle audio on off Move up one level in the UI Increase or decrease the audio playback level Open or close Media Center Teletext shortcut functions Turn teletext on or off Make the current input active Put in or wake from Standby mode Display DVD menu Stop current playing or recording operation Speed up playback or go to next picture Skip a section forward Show live TV on current channel Provide information for
26. its antenna are positioned at least 1 5 centimeters 5 8 inches away from your body refer to the figure below It should not contain metal and you should position the device the above stated distance from your body To successfully transmit data files or messages this device requires a good quality connection to the network In some cases transmission of data files or messages may be delayed until such a connection is available Ensure that the above separation distance instructions are followed until the transmission is completed Parts of the device are magnetic Metallic materials may be attracted to the device and persons with hearing aids should not hold the device to the ear with the hearing aid Do not place credit cards or other magnetic storage media near the device because information stored on them may be erased Medical devices Operation of any radio transmitting equipment including wireless phones may interfere with the functionality of inadequately protected medical devices Consult a physician or the manufacturer of the medical device to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF energy or if you have any questions Switch off your device in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF transmissions Vil Pacemakers Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum se
27. 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 79 Entering passwords When a password is set a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen When the Supervisor Password is set a prompt appears when you press lt F2 gt to enter the BIOS utility at boot up Type the Supervisor Password and press lt Enter gt to access the BIOS utility If you enter the password incorrectly a warning message appears Try again and press lt Enter gt When the User Password is set and the password on boot parameter is enabled a prompt appears at boot up Type the User Password and press lt Enter gt to use the computer If you enter the password incorrectly a warning message appears Try again and press lt Enter gt Important You have three chances to enter a password If you fail to enter the password correctly after three tries the system halts Press and hold the power button for four seconds to shut down the computer Then turn on the computer again and try again Setting passwords You can set passwords using the BIOS utility 80 Expanding through options Your notebook PC offers you a complete mobile computing experience Connectivity options Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your comput
28. slot eject Ejects the PC Card from the slot button 6 0 PC Card slot Accepts one Type II PC Card 7 express ExpressCard 54 slot Accepts one ExpressCard 54 module CARD 20 Rear view 10 11 DVI D 2 Bo gf DC in jack TV in port AV in port Kensington lock slot Ventilation slots S video TV out NTSC PAL port External display VGA port DVI D port Ethernet RJ 45 port Parallel port Serial port Connects to an AC adapter Accepts input signals from analog digital TV tuner devices for selected models Accepts input signals from audio video AV devices manufacturing option Connects to a Kensington compatible computer security lock Enable the computer to stay cool even after prolonged use Connects to a television or display device with S video input Connects to a display device e g external monitor LCD projector Supports digital video connections Connects to an Ethernet 10 100 1000 based network for selected models Connects to a printer Connects to a serial device Base view 1 Ov Ul Bl W N BW Ventilation slots and cooling fan Memory compartment Battery lock Battery release latch Battery bay Hard disk bay Sub woofer 21 Enable the computer to stay cool even after prolonged use Note Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan Houses the computer s main memory Locks the battery in position Releases
29. standard is DTMF tone dialing There is no guarantee that Telecom lines will always continue to support pulse dialing 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 This equipment may not provide for the effective hand over of a call to another device connected to the same line 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 100 Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product The CD or DVD drive s classification label Shown below is located on the drive CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 PRODUIT LASERATTENTION RADIATION DU FAISCEAU LASER INVISIBLE EN CAS D OUVERTURE EVITTER TOUTE EXPOSITION AUX RAYONS LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE LASER KLASSE 1 VORSICHT UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG WENN ABDECKUNG GEOFFNET NICHT DEM STRAHLL AUSSETZEN PRODUCTO LASER DE LA CLASE ADVERTENCIA RADIACION LASER INVISIBLE AL SER ABIERTO EVITE EXPONERSE A LOS RAYOS ADVARSEL LASERSTRALING VEDABNING SE IKKE IND STRALEN VARO LAVATTAESSA OLET ALTTINA LASERSATEILYLLE VARNING LASERSTRALNING
30. the perfect home movie To edit a movie click Advanced and then select Edit Video Then select the clips you wish to edit from your folders To complete your movie you may also choose a Movie Style Background Music the perfect ratio of music and audio as well as the length of the movie Select Scenes can be used to include your favorite or the most important scenes or the editing decisions can be left to the editing program Once compiled the final movie can then be burned to disk to share with family and friends Note For more details on editing video and all the associated features please refer to the Acer Arcade help menu Music For convenient access to your music collection click Music on the Arcade homepage to open the Music homepage Select the folder CD or category that contains the music you want to listen to Click Play to listen to the entire content from the beginning or select the song that you want to hear from the list in the content area The songs in the folder are shown in the content area while the left side has controls for Play Shuffle and Repeat All The Visualize option allows you to watch computer generated visuals while you listen to music When playing music the control panel at the bottom of the page makes it easy to adjust the volume and control playback To rip music from an audio CD after you have inserted the CD click Rip CD In the page that opens select the songs you w
31. 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 The following section provides tips for more comfortable computer use X Finding your comfort zone Find your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor using a footrest or raising your sitting height to achieve maximum comfort Observe the following tips 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 install the external display keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach e if you view your monitor more than your documents place the display at the center of your desk to minimize neck strain Taking care of your vision Long viewing hours wearing incorrect glasses or contact lenses glare excessive room lighting poorly focused screens very small typefaces and low contrast displays could 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
32. 6 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 90 Using software Playing DVD movies When the DVD drive module is installed in the optical drive bay you can play DVD movies on your computer 1 Eject the DVD disk Important When you launch the DVD player for the first time the program asks you to enter the region code DVD disks are divided into 6 regions Once your DVD drive is set to a region code it will play DVD disks of that region only You can set the region code a maximum of five times including the first time after which the last region code set will remain permanent Recovering your hard disk does not reset the number of times the region code has been set Refer to the table below for DVD movie region code information 2 The DVD movie will automatically play after a few seconds 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 A Ww N 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 91 Power management This comput
33. 61000 3 2 2000 Class D EN61000 3 3 1995 A1 2001 EN55013 2001 A1 2003 applied to models with TV function EN55020 2002 A1 2003 applied to models with TV function Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standard EN60950 1 2001 EN60065 2002 applied to models with TV function Council Decision 98 482 EC CTR21 for pan European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network PSTN RoHS Directive 2002 95 EC on the Restriction of the Use of certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment 107 LCD panel ergonomic specifications Design viewing distance 500 mm Design inclination angle 0 0 Design azimuth angle 90 0 Viewing direction range class Class IV Screen tilt angle 85 0 Design screen illuminance Illuminance level 250 250cosa Ix where a 85 Color Source D65 Reflection class of LCD panel Ordinary LCD Class positive and negative polarity Protective or Acer CrystalBrite LCD Class III Image polarity Both Reference white e Yn Pre setting of luminance and u n color temperature 6500K v n tested under BM7 Pixel fault class Class Il 108 Index A AC adapter caring for xiii audio 38 adjusting the volume 38 troubleshooting 48 B battery pack battery low warning 54 caring for xiv characteristics 51 charging 53 checking charge level 53 in
34. Aspire 9810 9800 Series User s Guide Copyright 2006 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved Aspire 9810 9800 Series User s Guide Original Issue 12 2006 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications This company makes no representations or warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose Record the model number serial number purchase date and place of purchase information in the space provided below The serial number and model number are recorded on the label affixed to your computer All correspondence concerning your unit should include the serial number model number and purchase information No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means electronically mechanically by photocopy recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated Aspire 9810 9800 Series Notebook PC Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of Acer Incorporated Other companies product names or trademarks are used herein for identificati
35. C regulations Notice Peripheral devices Only peripherals input output devices terminals printers etc certified to comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this equipment Operation with non certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority which is granted by the Federal Communications Commission to operate this computer Operation conditions This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference 97 and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Notice Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Remarque a l intention des utilisateurs canadiens Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby Acer declares that this notebook PC series is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC Please visit http global acer com products notebook reg nb index htm for complete documents Compliant with Russian regulatory certification ME61 Modem notices Notice for USA This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC ru
36. D 0 or Matrix RAID on your system you cannot return your system to a non RAID state without reformatting your system 2 Enabling RAID on your system is a time intensive process and it is important that your computer stay on during the whole process or you will be at risk for data loss Disable your screen saver and power management options such as auto shutdown auto hibernate and auto standby Plug your system into an AC adapter before attempting to enable RAID on your system 3 Before enabling RAID on your system back up important data and applications using Acer eRecovery Management or another appropriate backup tool 4 Enabling RAID may change how your hard disk drives are ordered and Acer eRecovery Management may not function properly if your system does not have the needed drive ordering 5 You cannot use Acer eRecovery Management to revert your system to a non RAID configuration after enabling RAID 6 Using the Intel Matrix Storage Manager option ROM accessed by pressing Ctrl l when starting your computer is not recommended Use the Intel Matrix Storage Console in Windows for most RAID functions 7 Please contact an Acer Customer Service Center if you have further questions about enabling RAID on your Acer computer Enabling RAID on your system To enable RAID 0 1 or Intel Matrix RAID on your system 1 Run the Intel Matrix Storage Console from Start gt Programs gt Intel Matrix Storage Manager 2 Select Advanced
37. Mode from the View menu This will display a list of the hard disk drives installed on your system Select the hard disk drive you want to enable RAID on 4 Select Create RAID Volume from Existing Hard Drive from the Actions menu 43 5 The Create RAID Volume from Existing Hard Drive wizard will start 6 Follow the onscreen instructions to create a RAID 0 RAID 1 or Matrix RAID array 7 After the process is complete you will need to reboot your system 8 Congratulations You have successfully enabled RAID on your system After enabling RAID on your system After enabling RAID on your system use your computer as you normally would but enjoy the benefits of increased performance enhanced reliability or a combination of both depending on the version of RAID that you chose to implement The Intel Matrix Storage Manager option ROM After you have enabled RAID you will see a new option when you boot up your computer This is the Intel Matrix Storage Manager option ROM Press Ctrl I to enter this program when booting up your system Otherwise wait or press ESC to continue your normal boot process Warning Acer is not responsible for the loss of data resulting from the misuse of the Intel Matrix Storage Manager option ROM To view or create a RAID volume use the Intel Matrix Storage Console from Windows 44 Using the system utilities Acer GridVista dual display compatible Note This feature is only availab
38. NAR DENNA DEL AR PPNAD ALA TUIJOTA SATEESEENSTIRRA EJ IN STRALEN VARNING LASERSTRALNING NAR DENNA DEL AR OPPNADSTIRRA EJ IN STRALEN ADVARSEL LASERSTRALING NAR DEKSEL APNESSTIRR IKKE INN STRALEN LCD pixel statement The LCD unit is produced with high precision manufacturing techniques Nevertheless some pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black or red dots This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction Macrovision copyright protection notice U S Patent Nos 4 631 603 4 819 098 4 907 093 5 315 448 and 6 516 132 This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U S patents and other intellectual property rights Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited 101 Radio device regulatory notice Note Below regulatory information is for models with wireless LAN and or Bluetooth only General This product complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use Depending on configurations this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices such as wireless LAN and or Bluetooth modules Below information is for products with such devices European Union EU R amp TTE Directive
39. a 100 GB disk the size of the array will be 200 GB RAID 0 is useful for increasing performance for systems in which there is a high amount of disk usage such as those involved in intensive database work It is also a popular choice for gaming systems where performance is desired However since data is shared between drives without redundancy hard drives cannot be swapped out as all disks are dependent upon each other RAID 1 RAID 1 creates an exact copy or mirror of a set of data on two or more disks The array can only be as big as the smallest member disk however A classic RAID 1 mirrored pair contains two disks which increases reliability by a factor of two over a single disk but it is possible to have many more than two copies Since each member can be addressed independently if the other fails reliability is a linear multiple of the number of members Intel Matrix RAID Intel Matrix RAID utilizes two physical hard disk drives It assigns part of each disk to a RAID 0 array and the other part to a RAID 1 array allowing users to enjoy the advantages of both RAID levels Matrix RAID provides users with a safe area RAID 1 for documents and other important data that must be protected as well as a faster area RAID 0 for the operating system and other applications 42 Before enabling RAID on your system Before enabling RAID on your system please read the following warnings and reminders 1 If you plan to enable RAI
40. a power outlet and that it is turned on Make sure that the printer cable is connected securely to the computer s parallel port or a USB port and the corresponding port on the printer want to set up my location to use the internal modem To properly use your communication software e g HyperTerminal you need to set up your location 1 Click on Start Settings Control Panel 2 Double click on Phone and Modem Options 3 Click on Dialing Rules and begin setting up your location Refer to the Windows manual Note Please note on first booting your notebook that you can skip the Internet Connection setup as it is not necessary to complete the installation of your Operating System After the Operating System is set up you can proceed with the Internet Connection setup want to restore my computer to its original settings without recovery CDs Note If your system is the multilingual version the operating system and language you choose when you first turn on the system will be the only option for future recovery operations This recovery process helps you restore the C drive with the original software content that is installed when you purchase your notebook Follow the steps below to rebuild your C drive Your C drive will be reformatted and all data will be erased It is important to back up all data files before using this option Before performing a restore operation please check the BIOS settings 1 Check to s
41. ade records the TV broadcast as a file creating a slight lag between the live broadcast and the TV content that you watch The instant replay file cannot be saved however and you cannot watch this file in the Recorded TV window You can navigate forward and backward within the file to create an instant replay or to skip over commercials Note One of your local drives must contain at least 2 GB of free space in order to enable the instant replay function Click Jf to pause playback or gt to continue watching Click 44 to rewind or pp to fast forward Click q to go to the start of the instant replay recording or click P to go to the end of the instant replay recording 66 Note Since the TV content you watch always lags slightly behind the live TV broadcast going to the end of the instant replay recording is as close to watching live TV as Arcade permits Recorded TV The Recorded TV page shows recorded TV files A thumbnail image shows the first frame of each file To play a recorded TV file click it The video will play at full screen To return to the TV page click Stop For a description of the options on this page see Videos Scheduling recordings To set a TV recording schedule click Schedule then New Schedule In the page that opens select the Channel you want to record and the scheduling Interval Set the Starting Date Starting Time and Ending Time of the program you want to record Click C
42. ail image shows the first frame of each video To play a video file click on it The video will play at full screen The pop up control panel will appear at the bottom of the screen when you move the mouse To return to the Video page click Stop Capturing video TV models only Acer Arcade allows you to capture and record video clips from other external devices such as a DVD player or camcorder Click Capture Device on the video page and then select the source you are using for your video input There is a choice between S video and Composite To capture a video clip you then need to click the red record button in the onscreen controls The destination folder can be set from the Settings menu Clicking on Advanced and selecting Settings allows you to set the quality of the video captured You can choose from Good Better or Best Selecting a higher quality results in a larger file when capturing video clips Snapshot Snapshot mode is available in Cinema Video and TV modes This function can be used to capture the onscreen image at any time A single frame image will be captured and stored in a user designated directory The destination directory can be changed from the Settings menu 64 Editing video Acer Arcade offers the capability to edit captured video clips photos and footage from a camcorder into a movie You can also select a movie style and add special transition effects and music to create
43. available No display Mute plugged Connecte iip ran w ae lin 1l ie connected charging fa Power saver v Turn wireless off Connect display Volume Battery Status Wireless Network External Display No sync A 4 im Not presenting partnerships z Sync settings Turn on Syne Center Presentation Settings acer Customized by Acer Inc ib eon ee Bluetooth Off Z Divers and Disable Adddevice Launch Shared Folder Bluetooth Software Page The Windows Mobility Center collects key mobile related system settings in one easy to find place so you can quickly configure your Acer system to fit the situation as you change locations networks or activities Settings include display brightness power plan volume wireless networking on off external display settings display orientation and synchronization status Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device if applicable sharing folders overview sharing service on or off and a shortcut to the Acer user guide drivers and utilities To launch Windows Mobility Center e Use the shortcut key lt a gt lt X gt e Start Windows Mobility Center from the Control panel e Start Windows Mobility Center from the Accessories program group in the Start menu oe O 5 m D O O to lt 14 Abojouyda Hulwamodwy Your Acer notebook tour After setting up your co
44. 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 Telephone number ___ so a Machine and model type Serial number 51 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 computer to the AC adapter Your computer supports charge in use enabling you to recharge the battery while you continue to operate the computer However recharging with the computer turned off results in a significantly faster charge time The battery will come in handy when you travel or during a power failure It is advisable to have an extra fully charged battery pack available as backup Contact your dealer for details on ordering a spare battery pack Maximizing the battery s life Like all other batteries your computer s battery will degrade over time This means that the battery s per
45. count Help Technical Support Quick Tasks Run LiveUpdate Scan Now View History 4 When the scan is complete review the results of the scan Note For optimal security run a Full System Scan when scanning your computer for the first time You can schedule customized virus scans that run unattended on specific dates and times or at periodic intervals If you are using the computer when the scheduled scan begins it runs in the background so that you do not have to stop working For more information refer to the Norton Internet Security help files 47 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 If it is not lit no power is being supplied to the computer Check the following If you are using on the battery it may be low and unable to power the computer Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack Make sure that the AC adapter is properly plugged into the computer and to the power outlet If it is lit check the following Is a non bootable non system disk in the external USB floppy drive Remove or replace it with a system disk and press lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt lt Del gt to restart the system Nothing appears on the screen The computer s power management sys
46. current selection Change the current channel Enter TV channel or other input Clear current input kk Receives signals from the remote control Insert the CIR receiver into an available USB port on your PC before use Remote control functions may be enabled or disabled to suit the system s configuration 72 Starting Acer Arcade Deluxe You can run the Acer Arcade Deluxe utilities directly from Windows Media Center To do this scroll up down from the Main page to view the Acer Arcade Deluxe utilities list and left right to select a utility To run the Acer Arcade Deluxe utilities outside of Windows Media Center double click the Acer Arcade Deluxe icon from the Windows desktop Note For detailed information about specific Acer Arcade Deluxe utiltiies use the built in help files VideoMagician VideoMagician allows you to edit video files in DAT DVR MS MPG MPE AVI ASF MPEG WMV VOB MPEG1 and MPEG2 formats on your computer VideoMagician offers multiple themes to create exciting movies in just a few simple steps When you launch VideoMagician to edit a video the Select Videos page opens TV Joy selected models only TV Joy enriches the TV watching experience on your computer You can enjoy live TV programs schedule recordings and watch recorded TV shows When TV Joy is launched the last channel viewed will be displayed full screen SportsCap selected models only SportsCap is a revolutionary
47. d subtitle output of DVDs Subtitles selects the default subtitle language for DVDs when available The factory setting is Off Closed Captions turns on the closed captions on DVDs This function displays captions encoded in the video signal that describe onscreen action and dialog for the hearing impaired The factory setting is Off Audio selects the default language for DVD titles Display Upon Mute lets you choose whether to turn on the subtitles or captions when you mute the sound for any reason 62 Album Acer Arcade lets you view digital photos individually or as a slide show from any available drive on your computer Click the Album button on the Arcade Home page to show the Album main page t 6 Acer Arcade Autumn Leaves jpg Sample Pictures 10 4 2006 Back Play Slide Show Sort By eel ig My Pictures More Pictures Advanced Settings Up One Leve be Autumn Lea Desert Land ae ays rs Forest Flows Forest Frangipani F Garden Green Sea T Humpback V Oryx Anteloy et The content area on the right shows both individual pictures and folders Click on a folder to open it To view a slide show open the folder containing the pictures you wish to view then click Play Slide Show The slide show is played at full screen Use the pop up control panel to control the slide show You can also view a single picture by clicki
48. e its parts or enhancements For vehicles equipped with an air bag remember that air bags inflate with great force Do not place objects including installed or portable wireless equipment in the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area If in vehicle wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag inflates serious injury could result Using your device while flying in aircraft is prohibited Switch off your device before boarding an aircraft The use of wireless teledevices in an aircraft may be dangerous to the operation of the aircraft disrupt the wireless telephone network and may be illegal Potentially explosive environments Switch off your device when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions Potentially explosive atmospheres include areas where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death Switch off the device at refueling points such as near gas pumps at service stations Observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots storage and distribution areas chemical plants or where blasting operations are in progress Areas with a potentially 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 bu
49. e Using the computer on constant AC power with the battery inserted If you want to use constant AC power you are advised to remove the battery pack after it is fully charged 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 Installing and removing the battery pack Important Before removing the battery from the unit connect the AC adapter if you want to continue using your computer Otherwise turn off the computer first To install a battery pack 1 Align the battery with the open battery bay make sure that the end with the contacts will enter first and that the top surface of the battery is facing up 2 Slide the battery into the battery bay and gently push until the battery locks in place 53 To remove a battery pack 1 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery 2 Pull the battery from the battery bay Charging the battery To charge the battery first make sure that it is correctly installed in the battery bay Plug the AC adapter into the computer and connect to a mains power outlet You can continue to operate your computer on AC power while your battery is charging However charging the battery with the computer turned off results in a significantly faster charge time Note You are advised to charge
50. e and quickly switch to a personalized set of power options 1 Click the Create Power Plan icon H 2 Enter a name for your new power plan 3 Choose a predefined power plan to base your customized plan on 4 If necessary change the display and sleep settings you want your computer to use 5 Click OK to save your new power plan To switch between power plans 1 Select the power plan you wish to switch to from the drop down list 2 Click Apply To edit a power plan Editing a power plan allows you to adjust system settings like LCD brightness and CPU speed You can also turn on off system components to extend battery life 1 Switch to the power plan you wish to edit 2 Adjust settings as required 3 Click Apply to save your new settings To delete a power plan You cannot delete the power plan you are currently using If you want to delete the active power plan switch to another one first 1 Select the power plan you wish to delete from the drop down list 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon Battery status For real time battery life estimates based on current usage refer to the panel in the upper half of the window Click the to view estimated battery life in sleep and hibernate modes f Empowering Technolog i Acer ePower Management Power Plan Remaining Battery Life 2 Hours 32 Mins On Battery More Power Options CPU Speed Mediur LCD Brightness Turn off display Put computer to sleep Graph
51. e environments vii Emergency calls viii Disposal instructions viii Tips and information for comfortable use iX First things first xii Your guides xii Basic care and tips for using your computer xii Turning your computer on and off xii Taking care of your computer xiii Taking care of your AC adapter xiii Taking care of your battery pack xiv Cleaning and servicing xiv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 1 Acer eNet Management 2 Acer ePower Management 4 Acer ePresentation Management 6 Acer eDataSecurity Management 7 Acer eLock Management 8 Acer eRecovery Management 10 Acer eSettings Management 12 Windows Mobility Center 13 Your Acer notebook tour 15 Front view 15 Closed front view 16 Left view 18 Right view 19 Rear view 20 Base view 21 Specifications 22 Indicators 28 Easy launch buttons 29 Touchpad 30 Touchpad basics 30 Using the keyboard 32 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 32 Windows keys 33 Hotkeys 34 Special keys 36 Contents Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using a computer security lock Audio Adjusting the volume Using surround multi channel sound Dolby Digital Live DTS Connect Using RAID What is RAID RAID 0 RAID 1 Intel Matrix RAID Before enabling RAID on your system Enabling RAID on your system After enabling RAID on your system Using the system utilities Acer GridVista dual display compatible Launch Manager Norton Internet Security Frequently asked quest
52. e network connection settings IP and DNS settings wireless AP details etc as well as default printer settings Security and safety concerns mean that Acer eNet Management does not store username and password information Empowering Technology z Acer eNet Management Profile Manager Auto t Main D Profile SETARE fa Settings oe O 5 m D O O to lt gt O Fa U H O D z O LLI Acer ePower Management El Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for configuring your power management options To access this utility select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar run the program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu or right click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select Acer ePower Management Using power plans Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans Balanced High performance and Power saver You can also create customized power plans You can create switch between edit delete and restore power plans as described below View and adjust settings for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking the appropriate tabs You can open Windows power options by clicking More Power Options Note You cannot delete the predefined power plans To create a new power plan Creating customized power plans allows you to sav
53. e unexpected short current or damage rotor devices HDD Optical drive and even exposure risk from lithium battery pack Using electrical power This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power available consult your dealer or local power company Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not locate this product where people will walk on the cord If an extension cord is used with this product make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating Also make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating Do not overload a power outlet strip or receptacle by plugging in too many devices The overall system load must not exceed 80 of the branch circuit rating If power strips are used the load should not exceed 80 of the power strip s input rating This product s AC adapter is equipped with a three wire grounded plug The plug only fits in a grounded power outlet Make sure the power outlet is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug Do not insert the plug into a non grounded power outlet Contact your electrician for details Warning The grounding pin is a safety feature Using a power outlet that is not properly grounded may result in electric shock and or injury V Note The grounding p
54. ease use Acer eRecovery Management s System backup to optical disc feature to burn a backup image to CD or DVD To ensure the best results when recovering your system using a CD or Acer eRecovery Management detach all peripherals except the external Acer ODD if your computer has one including your Acer ezDock 12 Acer eSettings Management ksd Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications set BIOS passwords and modify boot options Acer eSettings Management also Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigation Prints and saves hardware specifications e Lets you set an asset tag for your system gt O Fa U H O D z O LLI Empowering Technology Lm Acer eSettings Management Video Audio Network summary Processor Memory Manufacturer Product Mame Operating System Chipset Processor System Memory Hard Drive 1 COIDYD Drive 1 Video Video Memory Audio Ethernet Card 1 Wireless LAM Card 1 Serial Port Asset Tag ME and BIOS Acer MAEM AU A A A A A KEARN MAREE AAAA ARA AA Ee eae e e E A A A A KAMAA MO MEA ALA MEA E E A KAMANA A ADE A D AIE E E LA WAMA A AIE AAAA A MOA EAE KAMAKA MMAXMAMEAEM XM KIAIA AA KAMAKA A AA A AA AEA AE G System Information Boot Options BIOS Passwords acer 13 Windows Mobility Center T Windows Mobility Center arim p 90
55. ectronics is consumed while the products are turned off ENERGY STAR qualified home electronic products in the off position use up to 50 less energy than conventional equipment More information refers to http www energystar gov and http Awww energystar gov powermangement As an ENERGY STAR partner Acer Inc has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency This product has been shipped enabled for power management e Activate display Sleep mode within 15 minutes of user inactivity e Activate computer s Sleep mode within 30 minutes of user inactivity e Wake the computer from Sleep mode by pushing power button More power management settings can be done through Acer ePower Management Tips and information for comfortable use Computer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use Users are also at risk of physical injury after long hours of working in front of a computer Long work periods bad posture poor work habits stress inadequate working conditions personal health and other factors greatly increase the risk of physical injury Incorrect computer usage may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome tendonitis tenosynovitis or other musculoskeletal disorders The following symptoms may appear in the hands wrists arms shoulders neck or back numbness or a burning or tingling sensation e aching soreness or tenderness pain swelling or throbbing e stiffness or
56. ee 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 50 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 10 GB in a hidden partition on your hard disk Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITW Your computer is backed by an International Travelers Warranty ITW that gives you security and peace of mind when traveling Our worldwide network of service centers are there to give you a helping hand An ITW passport comes with your computer This passport contains all you need to know about the ITW program A list of available authorized service centers is in this handy booklet Read this passport thoroughly Always have your ITW passport on hand especially when you travel to receive the benefits from our support centers Place your proof of purchase in the flap located inside the front cover of the ITW passport If the country you are traveling in does not have an Acer authorized ITW service site you can still get in contact with our offices worldwide Please consult http global acer com Before you
57. emory size Please consult a qualified technician or contact your local Acer dealer 86 Connecting your TV and AV in cables Follow the instructions below to set up the TV function of your Acer notebook PAL SECAM and NTSC systems 1 Plug the PAL SECAM cable s RF plug into your notebook s RF jack 2 Connect the other end to your TV antenna cable using the NTSC converter if necessary PAL SECAM Jag NTSC y ad RF Converter Home antenna Important Please ensure you use the correct cable system for your region before attempting to connect the antenna cable Acer DVB T digital antenna To connect the antenna Plug the antenna cable into the RF jack of your notebook Note All diagrams are for reference purposes only Actual equipment may differ in appearance 87 To set up the antenna 1 Push gently at the top until the bottom section pops out 2 Pull the bottom up until it is positioned at 90 degrees to the antenna body 3 To ensure good reception the antenna can be positioned on top of your notebook display using the special clip as shown below 4 Extend the antenna to improve the quality of the reception Note The antenna is only compatible with DVB T digital TV systems A magnet located on the base of the antenna unit also allows you to fix it firmly onto a metal surface for better stability and reception Warning Do not place the magnet near the hard disk drive
58. er as you would with a desktop PC For instructions on how to connect different external devices to the computer read the following section Fax data modem Your computer has a built in V 92 56 Kbps fax data modem Warning This modem port is not compatible with digital phone lines Plugging this modem into a digital phone line will damage the modem To use the fax data modem port connect a phone cable from the modem port to a telephone jack z fi y Coy Warning Please make sure that the cable you use is appropriate for the country in which you are working 81 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 a Fast Infrared FIR The computer s Fast Infrared FIR port allows you to do wireless data transfer with other IR aware computers and peripherals such as PDAs mobile phones and infrared printers The infrared port can transfer data at speeds of up to 4 Mbps at a distance of up to one meter ty TE 82 Universal Serial Bus USB The USB 2 0 port is a high speed serial bus which allows you to connect USB peripherals without taking up precious system resources IEEE 1394 port The computer s IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect to an IEEE 1394
59. er 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 92 Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is a tool to quickly backup and restore the system You can create and save a backup of the current system configuration to hard disk CD or DVD You can also backup restore the factory default image and reinstall applications and drivers Acer eRecovery Management consists of the following functions 1 Create backup 2 Burn backup disc 3 Restore and recovery This chapter will guide you through each process Note This feature is only available on certain models For systems that do not have a built in optical disc burner plug in an external optical disc burner before entering Acer eRecovery Management for optical disc related tasks When using Acer eRecovery Management you may be prompted to enter the Empowering Technolo
60. f a locked drawer Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to secure the lock Some keyless models are also available 38 Audio The computer comes with 32 bit Intel High Definition audio and built in stereo speakers Adjusting the volume Adjusting the volume on the computer is as easy as pressing some buttons See Hotkeys on page 34 for more information on adjusting the speaker volume 39 Using surround multi channel sound Your Acer notebook comes with the following two features to give you high quality digital surround sound for enjoying movies games and music in a realistic multi channel audio environment e Dolby Digital Live DTS Connect To set up surround sound run the Realtek HD Audio Manager by double clicking the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon ji in the system tray of your Windows system The Realtek HD Audio Manager dialog box will pop up Click the Digital Output tab and then click the Default Format tab Click the dts Interactive or Dolby Digital Live icon to set the digital output format Realtek HD Audio Manager 1 le ig Speakers BEL Digital Output we Microphone amp Line In ZAV S v Main Volume 2s ANALOG t ij R i a set Default Device Sound Effects Dolby DTS Default Format Default Format DIGITAL Dolby Digital Live 5 1 Surround dts pg ar aM Interactive Select the sample rate and bit depth to be used when running in shared
61. f the 5 25 to 5 35 GHz and 5 65 to 5 85 GHz bands These radar stations can cause interference with and or damage this device 4 Animproper installation or unauthorized use may cause harmful interference to radio communications Also any tampering of the internal antenna will void the FCC certification and your warranty Canada Low power license exempt radio communication devices RSS 210 a Common information Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 This device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device b Operation in 2 4 GHz band To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors and installation outdoors is subject to licensing c Operation in 5 GHz band e The device for the band 5150 5250 MHz is only for indoor usage to reduce potential for harmful interference to co channel Mobile Satellite systems High power radars are allocated as primary users meaning they have priority of 5250 5350 MHz and 5650 5850 MHz and these radars could cause interference and or damage to LELAN Licence Exempt Local Area Network devices 105 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 Thi
62. formance 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 Insert the new battery without turning the computer on Connect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery Disconnect the AC adapter Turn on the computer and operate using battery power Fully deplete the battery until the battery low warning appears num A WN Reconnect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery again 52 Follow these steps again until the battery has been charged and discharged three times Use this conditioning process for all new batteries or if a battery hasn t been used for a long time If the computer is to be stored for more than two weeks you are advised to remove the battery pack from the unit Warning Do not expose battery packs to temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 45 C 113 F Extreme temperatures may adversely affect the battery pack By following the battery conditioning process you condition your battery to accept the maximum possible charge Failure to follow this procedure will prevent you from obtaining the maximum battery charge and will also shorten the effective lifespan of the battery In addition the useful lifespan of the battery is adversely affected by the following usage patterns
63. gy password to proceed The Empowering Technology password is set using the Empowering Technology toolbar or when first running Acer eLock Management or Acer eRecovery Management Create backup You can easily create full and fast incremental backup images of your system configuration to hard disk from the main Acer eRecovery Management screen Note Fast incremental Backup is only available after a Full Backup is made 1 Press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt or select Acer eRecovery Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management 2 Inthe Acer eRecovery Management window select the type of backup you want to create using Full or Fast 3 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process 93 Burn backup disc Using the Burn Disc page of Acer eRecovery Management you can burn the factory default image a user backup image the current system configuration or an application backup image to CD or DVD 1 Press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt or select Acer eRecovery Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management Switch to the Burn Disc page by selecting the Burn Disc button Select the type of backup factory default user current system application you would like to burn to disc Choosing to burn a user backup will burn your most recently created backup image to disc Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process Note Create a facto
64. ics Power Mode When in high power capacity When in low power capacity My low power capacity definition is under 25 oe Hardware On On Off Kj Wireless LAN E CardBus e e CWiredLAN Firewire 1394 O Bluetooth O Power Plan fa oe O 2 m m D O O to lt Acer ePresentation Management Acer ePresentation Management lets you project your computer s display to an external display device or projector using the hotkey lt Fn gt lt F5 gt If auto detection hardware is implemented in the system and the external display supports it your system display will be automatically switched out when an external display is connected to the system For projectors and external devices that are not auto detected launch Acer ePresentation Management to choose an appropriate display setting gt O Fa U H O D z O LLI Empowering Technology SS Acer ePresentation Management Please select a mode Notebook LOD Only Projection XGA 1024 x 768 pixels Projection Normal 800 x 600 pixels Note If the restored resolution is not correct after disconnecting a projector or you need to use an external resolution that is not supported by Acer ePresentation Management adjust your display settings using Display Properties or the utility provided by the graphics vendor Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eDa
65. in also provides good protection from unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with the performance of this product Use the product only with the supplied power supply cord set If you need to replace the power cord set make sure that the new power cord meets the following requirements detachable type UL listed CSA certified type SPT 2 rated 7 A 125 V minimum VDE approved or its equivalent 4 6 meters 15 feet maximum length Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when e the power cord or plug is damaged cut or frayed liquid was spilled into the product e the product was exposed to rain or water e the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged e the product exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service e the product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions Note Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition Replacing the battery pack The notebook u
66. ions Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITW Before you call Battery pack Battery pack characteristics Maximizing the battery s life Installing and removing the battery pack Charging the battery Checking the battery level Optimising battery life Battery low warning Acer Arcade for selected models Remote control for selected models Remote functions Finding and playing content Settings Arcade controls Navigation controls Player controls Virtual keyboard Background mode Cinema Settings Album Editing Pictures 37 37 38 38 39 39 40 41 41 41 41 41 42 42 43 44 44 45 46 47 50 50 50 51 51 51 52 53 53 53 54 55 56 57 58 58 59 59 59 60 60 61 61 62 62 Slide Show settings Video Playing a video file Capturing video TV models only Snapshot Editing video Music TV for selected models Time shift functionality Recorded TV Scheduling recordings Program guide Find program TV settings Using TeleText functions Make DVDs Authoring CD DVDs Acer Arcade Deluxe for selected models Remote control for selected models Remote functions Starting Acer Arcade Deluxe VideoMagician TV Joy selected models only SportsCap selected models only DV Wizard DVDivine Taking your notebook PC 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 co
67. ith the local AC voltage Do not use converter kits sold for appliances to power the computer If you are using the modem check if the modem and connector is compatible with the telecommunications system of the country you are traveling in 78 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 notebook 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 89 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 Password on Boot secures your computer against unauthorized use Combine the use of this
68. keypad It is indicated by small characters located on the upper right corner of the keycaps To simplify the keyboard legend cursor control key symbols are not printed on the keys Number keys on Type numbers in a normal embedded keypad manner Cursor control keys Hold lt Shift gt while using Hold lt Fn gt while using on embedded keypad cursor control keys cursor control keys Main keyboard keys Hold lt Fn gt while typing Type the letters ina letters on embedded keypad normal manner 33 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows specific functions Awy Vindows key Pressed alone this key has the same effect as clicking on the ay Windows Start button it launches the Start menu It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions lt All gt Open or close the Start menu lt au gt lt D gt Display the desktop lt E gt lt E gt Open Windows Explore lt al gt lt F gt Search for a file or folder lt au gt lt G gt Cycle through Sidebar gadgets lt au gt lt L gt Lock your computer if you are connected to a network domain or switch users if you re not connected to a network domain lt A gt lt M gt Minimizes all windows lt All gt lt R gt Open the Run dialog box lt au gt lt T gt Cycle through programs on the taskbar lt E gt lt U gt Open Ease of Access Center lt All gt lt X gt Open Windows Mobility Center
69. l nor does it imply that any product is compatible with all of Telecom s network services 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 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 Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom s Telepermit requirements are dependent on the equipment PC associated with this device In order to operate within the limits for compliance with Telecom s specifications the associated equipment shall be set to ensure that automatic calls to different numbers are spaced such that there is not less than 5 seconds between the end of one call attempt and the beginning of another This equipment shall not be set up to make automatic calls to Telecom s 111 Emergency Service This device is equipped with pulse dialing while the Telecom
70. le on certain models To enable the dual display feature of your notebook first ensure that a second display is connected then open the Display Settings properties box using the Control Panel or by right clicking the Windows desktop and selecting Personalize Select the secondary monitor 2 icon in the display box and then click the check box Extend the desktop onto this monitor Finally click Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to complete the process E aply Seninge Mono Dirag the icons to match your monitors Identify honitore 1 d tinak Morato on se i j d biend the desktop onbo this manitor Resolution Cabar Lew l e Highest 4 bit ka Advanced Hngh Carel Apply Acer GridVista is a handy utility that offers four pre defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on the same screen To access this function please go to Start All Programs and click on Acer GridVista You may choose any one of the four display settings indicated below Si GE eee Eee Double vertical Triple primary at left Triple primary at right or Quad Acer Gridvista is dual display compatible allowing two displays to be partitioned independently Acer GridVista is simple to set up 45 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the taskbar 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid 3 Enjoy the convenience of a well organized desktop e e
71. les Located on the modem is a label that contains among other information the FCC Registration Number and Ringer Equivalence Number REN for this equipment Upon request you must provide this information to your telephone company If your telephone equipment causes harm to the telephone network the telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily If possible they will notify you in advance But if advance notice is not practical you will be notified as soon as possible You will also be informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC 98 Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities equipment operations or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of your equipment If they do you will be notified in advance to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted telephone service If this equipment should fail to operate properly disconnect the equipment from the phone line to determine if it is causing the problem If the problem is with the equipment discontinue use and contact your dealer or vendor Caution To reduce the risk of fire use only No 26 AWG or larger UL Listed or CSA Certified Telecommunication Line Cord TBR 21 This equipment has been approved Council Decision 98 482 EC TBR 21 for single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network PSTN However due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries the approval
72. lity of video recorded from the TV Selecting a higher quality results in a larger recorded file when recording TV shows You can also select the destination for any recorded TV Guide settings Click on EPG Source to select the source for your EPG program listings This will differ depending on your region Click Restore Default Settings to return your settings to their default values Using TeleText functions For regions with the TeleText service TeleText can be activated by using the onscreen controller or the remote control Pressing the TeleText button on the remote will bring up TeleText press again to bring up transparent mode the text will have TV pictures in the background and press once more to return to TV only To navigate within the TeleText function you can e Click the color buttons to follow the onscreen color shortcuts e Click an onscreen page number to jump to that page e Use the number buttons to enter a page number directly Use the up down buttons on the remote to navigate page numbers followed by OK to select Use the left and right buttons to browse sub pages 68 Note The snapshot function is available when TeleText is running Make DVDs Acer Arcade provides an easy and complete solution for recording data audio photos or videos You can burn and share any combination of data music photos or videos onto a CD or DVD direct from Make DVD mode or some of the other Acer A
73. mputer as illustrated in the Just for Starters poster let us show you around your new Acer notebook Front view 1 2 1 Built in camera Display screen 15 ON 1 3 megapixel web camera for video communication Also called Liquid Crystal Display LCD displays computer output 3 Media For use with Acer Arcade and other media volume buttons playing programs 4 8 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording 5 Touchpad Touch sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse 6 Click buttons left The left and right buttons function like the left center and right and right mouse buttons the center button serves as a 4 way scroll button 7 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer 9 Keyboard For entering data into your computer 10 11 Easy launch buttons Buttons for launching frequently used programs See Easy launch buttons on page 29 for more details 12 Power button Turns the computer on and off Closed front view 1 234 56789 1 1 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output 2 Infrared port Interfaces with infrared devices e g Mee lt i CIR receiver infrared printer and IR aware computer Receives signals from a remote control 3 Line in jack Accepts audio line in devices e g audio CD player stereo walkman 4 A Microphone in jack Accepts input from external microphones 0 Head
74. ng 94 Q questions setting location for modem use 49 109 S safety CD or DVD 100 modem notices 97 scroll lock 32 security keylock 37 78 passwords 78 speakers hotkey 34 troubleshooting 48 support information 50 T touchpad 30 hotkey 34 using 30 31 travel international flights 77 local trips 76 troubleshooting 94 tips 94 U universal serial bus 82 V view front 18 left 18 rear 20 right 19 volume adjusting 38 W Windows keys 33
75. ng on it This opens the picture at full screen You can then use the onscreen player controls to zoom in and out and to pan in four directions Editing Pictures Choose Edit and you can Rotate Remove Red Eye and Auto Fix optimize the brightness and contrast pictures to improve the appearance of your images Slide Show settings To change Slide Show settings click the Advanced button on the Album page and select Settings Slide Duration determines how long each slide is shown before automatically advancing to the next picture in the slide show Slide Show Transition sets the style of transition used between pictures you can choose between Motion Cell Fade Random Wipe Slide Page and None modes 63 To add background music to a slide show click on the Slide Show Music option The Slide Show Music page will ask you to choose music from your personal music library Click Load Default Settings to return your settings to their default values Video To open the Video function click Video on the Arcade Home page Note The Video feature is designed to play back many different kinds of video formats Refer to the Video help section for a full list of compatible formats If you want to watch a DVD or VCD use the Cinema function Playing a video file Click Play to watch video files The Video page shows the video files in the content area on the right side They are organized by folders and a thumbn
76. nsiderations Setting up a home office Traveling with the computer Preparing the computer What to take with you Special considerations Traveling internationally with the computer Preparing the computer What to bring with you Special considerations 62 63 63 63 63 64 64 65 65 66 66 66 66 66 67 68 68 69 69 70 71 72 72 72 72 73 73 714 74 74 74 75 75 75 75 76 76 76 76 76 77 77 77 77 77 Securing your computer Using a computer security lock Using passwords Entering passwords Setting passwords Expanding through options Connectivity options Fax data modem Built in network feature Fast Infrared FIR Universal Serial Bus USB IEEE 1394 port PC Card slot ExpressCard Installing memory Connecting your TV and AV in cables BIOS utility Boot sequence Enable disk to disk recovery Password Using software Playing DVD movies Power management Acer eRecovery Management Create backup Burn backup disc Restore and recovery Troubleshooting Troubleshooting tips Error messages Regulations and safety notices FCC notice Modem notices Laser compliance statement LCD pixel statement Macrovision copyright protection notice Radio device regulatory notice General European Union EU The FCC RF safety requirement Canada Low power license exempt radio communication devices RSS 210 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity 78 78 78 79 79 80 80 80 81 81 82 82 83 84
77. ntrols At the bottom of the window the player controls used for video slide shows TV movies and music are shown The group on the left provides standard playback controls play pause stop etc The group on the right controls volume mute and volume up down Note When playing DVDs and watching TV there are additional controls added to the right of the volume controls These are discussed in more detail in the Cinema and TV sections of this guide 60 Virtual keyboard Whenever you are required to enter search information or name a file DVD or folder you can use the onscreen virtual keyboard You can quickly enter the information you need using the mouse cursor keys or keyboard Back Name Disc Burn to Disc Barreu oe Menu Authorir amp GE og GE ggi 8 og Delete poppopponi Settings E orm Enter poon0ogp m de BE Bed DE oon EEEET ae j y Caps Lock Space Background mode With Acer Arcade you can continue listening to music or watching Live TV while you perform certain other functions TV video and music will continue playing in a small window located in the bottom left hand corner of the screen You can press the stop button on the remote or click the onscreen stop icon to stop the playback at anytime i gp A i Sample Pictures Play Slide Show _ o A 4 oa l rx H a Sort By i My Pictures UpOneLeve AutumnLea Creek Desert Land More Pictures Advanced
78. of your computer Doing so may damage the drive and or data 88 AV in cable The AV in cable can be used to connect your notebook to a VHS player or camcorder for viewing capturing and recording video clips 1 Plug the single end of the cable into the AV input port of your notebook 2 Connect the other ends to the S video or composite audio video jacks on your VHS player camcorder or other compatible device wa 9 camcorder q gt z0 udk O L S O loo VHS Note Extension cables may not be necessary For more details on how to capture TV or video clips please refer to the help file o dio V Notebook 89 BIOS utility The BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer s BIOS Your computer is already properly configured and optimized and you do not need to run this utility However if you encounter configuration problems you may need to run it To activate the BIOS utility press lt F2 gt during the POST while the notebook PC logo is being displayed Boot sequence To set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility activate the BIOS utility then select Boot from the categories listed at the top of the screen 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 F
79. ointing device printer external monitor and other external devices 7 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are using one to secure the computer Moving around When you are just moving within short distances for example from your office desk to a meeting room Preparing the computer Before moving the computer close and latch the display cover to place it in Sleep mode You can now safely take the computer anywhere you go within the building To bring the computer out of Sleep mode open the display then press and release the power button If you are taking the computer to a client s office or a different building you may choose to shut down the computer Click on Start Turn Off Computer then click on Turn Off Windows XP Or You can put the computer in Sleep mode by pressing lt Fn gt lt F4 gt Then close and latch the display When you are ready to use the computer again unlatch and open the display then press and release the power button 75 Note If the Sleep indicator is off the computer has entered Hibernation mode and is turned off If the power indicator is off but the Sleep indicator is on the computer has entered Sleep mode In both cases press and release the power button to turn the computer back on Note that the computer may enter Hibernation mode after being in Sleep mode for a period of time What to bring to meetings If your meeting is relatively short you probably do not need to bring
80. olume control buttons to adjust the volume See Hotkeys on page 34 for more detail If headphones earphones or external speakers are connected to the line out port on the computer the internal speakers automatically turn off want to eject the optical drive tray without turning on the power There is a mechanical eject hole on the optical drive Simply insert the tip of a pen or paperclip into the hole and push to eject the tray If your computer s optical drive is a slot load model it will not have an eject hole The keyboard does not respond Try attaching an external keyboard to a USB port on the computer If it works contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be loose The infrared port does not work Check the following e Make sure that the infrared ports of the two devices are facing each other 15 degrees a maximum of 1 meter apart e Make sure there is a clear path between the two infrared ports Nothing should be blocking the ports Make sure you have the appropriate software running on both devices for file transfers or you have the appropriate drivers for printing to an infrared printer During the POST press lt F2 gt to access the BIOS utility and verify that the infrared port is enabled Make sure both devices are IrDA compliant The printer does not work Check the following 49 Make sure that the printer is connected to
81. on purposes only and belong to their respective companies Information for your safety and comfort Safety instructions Read these instructions carefully Keep this document for future reference Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product Turning the product off before cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning CAUTION for plug as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to the AC power outlet Unplug the power cord before removing the power supply unit from the computer If the system has multiple sources of power disconnect power from the system by unplugging all power cords from the power supplies CAUTION for Accessibility Be sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as possible When you need to disconnect power to the equipment be sure to unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet CAUTION for Dummy Card of PCMCIA amp Express Slot Your computer shipped with plastic dummies installed in the PCMCIA amp Express slot Dummies protect unused slots from dust metal object or other particles Save the dummy for use when no PCMCIA or Express Card is installed in the slot
82. onfirm Schedule to activate the recording schedule or Cancel to quit without accepting the schedule Select Delete Schedule to remove a recording schedule you have previously created Click an existing recording schedule to open it for modification To change the order in which schedules are displayed click Sort by Channel or Sort by Date Program guide Click the Program Guide button to view program listing details for each channel These listings and information are provided by the Electronic Program Guide Find program Clicking the Find Program button allows you to search for programs by channel number or category TV settings To change picture settings click the TV button on the Settings page or the Settings button on the main TV page There are four types of TV settings Signal Channel Recording and Guide settings 67 Signal settings Click on Capture Device to select between an analog or digital input for your TV signal Select TV Source to choose the source of the signal The Region option allows you to select the country or region where your cable provider is located You can also enable and disable the time shift function Channel settings If no channel list exists click Scan Channels Your computer will scan and list the available TV channels Click Scan Channels to rescan and replace your existing channel line up Recording settings The Recording Quality option allows you to set the qua
83. ould like to rip or click Select or Clear All then click Start Ripping The progress of the ripping operation will be displayed on screen You can change the file quality of the ripped tracks by clicking Settings 65 TV for selected models Arcade allows you to watch TV from your computer Click the TV button on the home page to show the TV main page The Live TV option plays TV on screen Press Escape at any time to return to Arcade When you watch TV additional buttons appear on the playback controls Channel Up switches up one channel Channel Down switches down one channel Snapshot takes a snapshot of the current frame of video TeleText opens the TeleText function and Record records TV content as a video file The Recorded TV option allows you to view files that you have recorded from the TV See Recorded TV The Schedule option lets you set TV recording schedules for later viewing See Scheduling Recordings The Program Guide option lets you view program information for all channels See Program Guide The Find Program option enables you to search for a specific kind of program The Settings button opens a page containing TV settings See TV settings for more information Note For information on setting up and operating the TV mode of Arcade please refer to the separate TV booklet Time shift functionality Arcade also has a time shift function that can be enabled To create an instant replay Arc
84. paration 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 Not carry the device near your pacemaker when the device is switched o If you suspect interference switch off your device and move it Hearing aids Some digital wireless devices may interfere with some hearing aids If interference occurs consult your service provider Vehicles RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles such as electronic fuel injection systems electronic antiskid antilock braking systems electronic speed control systems and air bag systems For more information check with the manufacturer or its representative of your vehicle or any equipment that has been added Only qualified personnel should service the device or install the device in a vehicle Faulty installation or service may be dangerous and may invalidate any warranty that may apply to the device Check 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 devic
85. phones speaker line out jack with S PDIF support Power indicator Battery indicator Bluetooth communication switch indicator Wireless communication switch indicator 17 Connects to audio line out devices e g speakers headphones Indicates the computer s power status Indicates the computer s batttery status Enables disables the Bluetooth function Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication Enables disables the wireless function Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication 18 Left view 1 USB 2 0 port Modem RJ 11 port Optical drive Optical disk access indicator Optical drive eject button Emergency eject hole Latch Connect to USB 2 0 devices e g USB mouse USB camera Connects to a phone line Internal optical drive accepts CDs or DVDs slot load or tray load depending on model Lights up when the optical drive is active Ejects the optical disk from the drive Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off Locks and releases the lid 19 Right view 1 2 3 45 6 7 1 Latch Locks and releases the lid 2 Sas 5 in 1 card reader Accepts Secure Digital SD UIAA MultiMediaCard MMC Memory Stick gt MS Memory Stick PRO MS PRO xD PRO Picture Card xD D 3 tt 3 USB 2 0 ports Connect to USB 2 0 devices e g USB mouse USB camera 4 4 pin IEEE 1394 port Connects to IEEE 1394 devices i i 5 PC Card
86. ps This notebook PC incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message reports to help you solve problems If the system reports an error message or an error symptom occurs see Error messages below If the problem cannot be resolved contact your dealer See Requesting service on page 50 Error messages If you receive an error message note the message and take the corrective action The following table lists the error messages in alphabetical order together with the recommended course of action CMOS battery bad Contact your dealer or an authorized service center CMOS checksum error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Disk boot failure Insert a system bootable disk into the floppy drive A then press lt Enter gt to reboot Equipment 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 95
87. puter has serveral easy to read status indicators The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed up Sy HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is active NZ R Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated m Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is activated 0 Power Indicates the computer s power status Battery Indicates the computer s batttery status Bluetooth Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication Wireless LAN Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication Q e c 1 Charging The light shows amber when the battery is charging 2 Fully charged The light shows green when in AC mode 29 Easy launch buttons Located above the keyboard are four buttons These buttons are called easy launch buttons They are mail Web browser Empowering Key lt gt and one user programmable button Press lt gt to run the Acer Empowering Technology Please see Acer Empowering Technology on page 1 The mail and Web browser buttons are pre set to email and Internet programs but can be reset by users To set the Web browser mail and programmable buttons run the Acer Launch Manager See Launch Manager on page 45 e Acer Empowering Technology user programmable 7 Puts the computer in Sleep mode P User programmable Web browser Internet browser user programmable Mail Email application user programmable 30 Touchpad The built in touchpad is a pointing de
88. r into the computer and then and a power connect to the mains power supply outlet are 2 Save all necessary files available 3 Resume work Turn off the computer if you want to recharge the battery rapidly An extra fully 1 Save all necessary files charged battery 2 Close all applications pack is available 3 Shut down the operating system to turn off the computer 4 Replace the battery pack 5 Turn on the computer and resume work The AC adapter or 1 Save all necessary files a power outlet is 2 Close all applications atleast You 3 Shut down the operating system to turn off the ave no spare computer battery pack 55 Acer Arcade for selected models Acer Arcade is an integrated player for music photos TV DVD movies and videos It can be operated using your pointing device or remote control To watch or listen click or select a content button e g Music Video etc on the Arcade home page amp Acer Arcade Cinema e Music listen to music files in a variety of formats e TV watch and record digital or analog TV programs for selected models e Cinema watch DVDs or VCDs e Video watch and or edit video clips e Album view photos stored on your hard disk or removable media Note While watching videos DVDs or slide shows your screensaver and power saving features are unavailable 56 Remote control for selected models If your Aspire is bundled
89. rcade media modes Authoring CD DVDs With Acer Arcade it is possible to create CD or DVDs directly from the main menu or from whichever media mode you may be using The burn DVD option can be found in the Advanced or Main menu of Video Album and Music media modes You can burn your favorite songs to a CD or convert songs from your music collection to MP3 and other popular audio formats You can even create MP3 CDs with over 100 of your favorite songs and listen to them on your PC or MP3 CD player With Arcade you can also turn digital photos into a slide show with background music or burn TV and film clips into an amateur movie You can share any event with your friends and family for playback on most DVD players You can even add customized theme menus and menu music It is also possible to burn combo CD DVDs with music photos film and TV clips all in one The possibilities are endless For specific details about each of these options click the Help button to open the Arcade help menu File type compatibility For details on file compatibility please refer to the first page of the Arcade online help menu for each media mode 69 Acer Arcade Deluxe for selected models Note Acer Arcade Deluxe is available for systems with Windows Media Center Acer Arcade Deluxe extends the capabilities of your Windows Media Center equipped system with a set of Acer utilities designed to make it easy to manage your multimedia
90. rity Management File Decryption P Acer eDataSecurity Management File Encryption Enter a password 4 to 12 characters ee 2 Confirm password Files already encrypted will not be encrypted again Powered by Geghi Warning on Desktop Search Tools Powered ty eghs l Geers Acer eLock Management Acer eLock Management is simple yet effective utility that allows you to lock removable storage optical and floppy drive devices to ensure that data can t be stolen while your system is unattended e Removable Storage Devices includes USB disk drives USB pen drives USB flash drives USB MP3 drives USB memory card readers IEEE 1394 disk drives and any other removable storage devices that can be mounted as a file system when plugged into the system e Optical Drive Devices includes any kind of CD ROM DVD ROM HD DVD or Blu ray drive devices Floppy Drive Devices 3 5 inch floppy drives only To use Acer eLock Management the Empowering Technology password must be set first Once set you can apply locks to any of the devices types Lock s will immediately be set without any reboot necessary and will remain after rebooting until removed Note If you lose the Empowering Technology password there is no method to reset it except by reformatting your system Make sure to remember or write down your password r a J Empowering Technology Acer
91. ry default image when you want to burn a bootable disc that contains your computer s entire operating system as it was delivered to you from the factory If you wish to have a disc that will allow you to browse the contents and install selected drivers and applications create an application backup image instead this disc will not be bootable Restore and recovery The restore and recovery features allow you to restore or recover the system from a factory default image from a user created image or from previously created CD and DVD backups You can also reinstall applications and drivers for your Acer system 1 Press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt or select Acer eRecovery Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management Switch to the restore and recovery page by selecting the Restore button Select the backup point you would like to restore from You can also choose to recover the system from a factory default image recover from a previously created CD DVD or reinstall applications and drivers Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process 94 Troubleshooting This chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs Solutions to more serious problems require opening up the computer Do not attempt to open the computer yourself contact your dealer or authorized service center for assistance Troubleshooting ti
92. s by keeping the computer with you e If you need to stop for an extended period of time and cannot carry the computer with you leave the computer in the trunk of the car to avoid exposing the computer to excessive heat 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 when carrying it into the gate area What to take with you Take the following items with you e
93. s device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The following local manufacturer importer is responsible for this declaration Product name Model number Machine type SKU number Name of responsible party Address of responsible party Contact person Tel Fax Notebook PC LAO1 Aspire 9810 9800 Aspire 981xxx 980xxx x 0 9 a z orA Z Acer America Corporation 2641 Orchard Parkway San Jose CA 95134 USA Mr Young Kim 408 922 2909 408 922 2606 106 CEO Declaration of Conformity We Acer Computer Shanghai Limited 3F No 168 Xizang medium road Huangpu District Shanghai China Contact Person Mr Easy Lai Tel 886 2 8691 3089 Fax 886 2 8691 3000 E mail easy lai acer com tw Hereby declare that Product Personal Computer Trade Name Acer Model Number LA01 Machine Type Aspire 9810 9800 SKU Number Aspire 981xxx 980xxx x 0 9 a z or A Z Is compliant with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following EC directives and that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in force to assure that production units of the same product will continue comply with the requirements EMC Directive 89 336 EEC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standards EN55022 1998 A1 2000 A2 2003 AS NZS CISPR22 2002 Class B EN55024 1998 A1 2001 A2 2003 EN
94. se the power button below the LCD screen beside the easy launch buttons See Front view on page 15 for the location of the power button xiii To turn the power off do any of the following Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start then click on Shut Down Use the power button You can also shut down the computer by closing the display cover or by pressing the sleep hotkey lt Fn gt lt F4 gt Note If you cannot power off the computer normally press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to shut down the computer If you turn off the computer and want to turn it on again wait at least two seconds before powering up Taking care of your computer Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight Do not place it near sources of heat such as a radiator Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 50 C 122 F Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or 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
95. se the touchpad s responsiveness Note By default vertical and horizontal scrolling is enabled on your touchpad It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel 32 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad separate cursor lock Windows function and special keys Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off BSB eee ez 8 UY de ey oa Ur 4a Pg Up g kedek e ON Caan Q MEN T Z ia ies ie ig in je ie B D j ia i I Fn e 5 Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase Num Lock When Num Lock is on the embedded keypad is in numeric lt Fn gt lt F11 gt mode The keys function as a calculator complete with the arithmetic operators and Use this mode when you need to do a lot of numeric data entry A better solution would be to connect an external keypad Scroll Lock When Scroll Lock is on the screen moves one line up or down lt Fn gt lt F12 gt when you press the up or down arrow keys respectively Scroll Lock does not work with some applications The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric
96. ses lithium batteries Replace the battery with the same type as that which came bundled with your product Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion Warning Batteries may explode if not handled properly Do not disassemble or dispose of them in fire Keep them away from children Follow local regulations when disposing of used batteries vi Telephone line safety Disconnect all telephone lines from the equipment when not in use and or before servicing 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 use non compliant parts when adding or changing components Consult your reseller for purchase options Additional safety information Your device and its enhancements may contain small parts Keep them out of the reach of small children Operating environment Warning For safety reasons turn off all wireless or radio transmitting devices when using your laptop under the following conditions These devices may include but are not limited to wireless lan WLAN Bluetooth and or 3G Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area and always switch off your device when 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
97. stalling 52 low conditions 54 maximizing life 51 optimizing 53 removing 53 using the first time 51 BIOS utility 89 brightness hotkeys 35 C caps lock 32 on indicator 28 care AC adapter xiii battery pack xiv computer xiii CD ROM ejecting manually 48 troubleshooting 48 charging checking level 53 cleaning computer xiv computer caring for xiii cleaning xiv disconnecting 74 features 15 44 indicators 28 keyboards 32 moving around 74 on indicator 17 28 security 78 setting up a home office 76 taking home 75 traveling internationally 77 traveling on local trips 76 troubleshooting 94 turning off xiii connections network 81 D display hotkeys 34 troubleshooting 47 DVD 90 DVD movies playing 90 E error messages 94 Euro 36 F FAQ See frequently asked questions frequently asked questions 47 front view 16 H Hibernation mode hotkey 34 hotkeys 34 l IEEE 1394 port 82 infrared 81 K keyboard 32 embedded numeric keypad 32 hotkeys 34 lock keys 32 troubleshooting 48 Windows keys 33 L left view 16 M media access On indicator 28 memory installing 85 messages error 94 modem 80 N network 81 Notebook Manager hotkey 34 num lock 32 on indicator 28 numeric keypad embedded 32 P password 78 types 78 PC Card 83 ejecting 83 inserting 83 ports 80 printer troubleshooting 48 problems 47 CD ROM 48 display 47 keyboard 48 printer 48 startup 47 troubleshooti
98. t on a page use the buttons at the lower right to scroll through the pages Note For more detailed information on the features of Acer Arcade please refer to the Arcade Help menu This can be accessed from the Arcade home page by selecting Help OF Settings There are settings in Acer Arcade that allow you to fine tune its performance to suit your machine and your personal preferences To access Settings click on this icon located on the upper right hand corner of the main page Click Acer Arcade Help for comprehensive help on each Arcade mode In Display Settings Use the Screen Ratio option to choose between standard 4 3 or widescreen 16 9 display when watching movies The 4 3 Movie Display Type option allows you to select between CinemaVision or Letterbox mode e Acer CinemaVision is a nonlinear video stretching technology that produces minimal distortion in the center of the picture e The Letterbox option displays widescreen movie content in its original aspect ratio and adds black bars at the top and bottom of the screen 1 i i 7 H i i ee Color profile allows you to choose between Original or ClearVision e Acer ClearVision is a video enhancement technology that detects video content and dynamically adjusts the brightness contrast saturation levels so that you do not need to change the color settings if the movie you are watching contains scenes that are overly dark or too bright 59 In
99. taSecurity Management is an encryption utility that protects your files from being accessed by unauthorized persons It is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick data encryption decryption and also supports on the fly file encryption for Lotus Notes and Microsoft Outlook The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you for a supervisor password and default encryption password This password will be used to encrypt files by default or you can choose to enter your own password when encrypting a file pe 3 O 5 m D O O to lt _ Acer eDataSecurity Management Initialize Supervisor Password The Supervisor Password serves two purposes 1 To grant access to the Personal Secure Disk 2 To provide you with a last resort to decrypt any files previously encrypted Please record and keep itin a secure place and never disclose itto anyone Initialize Supervisor Password Enter Supervisor Password Confirm password Note The password used to encrypt a file is the unique key that the system needs to decrypt it If you lose the password the supervisor password is the only other key capable of decrypting the file If you lose both passwords there will be no way to decrypt your encrypted file Be sure to safeguard all related passwords gt O Fa U H O D z O LLI gt Acer eDataSecu
100. tane and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles such as grain dust or metal powders Vill Emergency calls Warning You cannot make emergency calls through this device To make an emergency call you shall dial out through your mobile phone or other telephone call system Disposal instructions Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment please recycle For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment WEEE regulations visit http global acer com about sustainability htm Mercury advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD CRT monitor or display Lamp s inside this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of according to local state or federal laws For more information contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at www eiae org For lamp specific disposal information check www lamprecycle org ENERGY STAR is a government program public private partnership that gives people the power to protect the environment in a cost effective way and without sacrificing quality or product features Products that earn the ENERGY STAR prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the US Environmental Protection Agency EPA and the US Department of Energy DOE In the average home 75 of all electricity used to power home el
101. te Deritop to irma bisioa img Lonfaquenesr Dogi L X Moral pis 7 rO Sagi r Chr rl scot CH Tripe Qpeerrary ot ef SEC Topia primary at igh E Qaa Er Note Please ensure that the resolution setting of your second monitor is set to the manufacturer s recommended value Launch Manager Launch Manager acer Button Configuration Ce Sisk f C Acer Empowering Technology emp v CP Launch Manager li Launch Manager Www Internet Browser E Mail E Mail Manager Launch Manager allows you to set the four easy launch buttons located above the keyboard Easy launch buttons on page 29 for the location of the easy launch buttons You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start All Programs and then Launch Manager to start the application 46 Norton Internet Security Norton Internet Security is an anti virus utility that can protect against viruses keeping your data safe and secure How do check for viruses 1 Double click the Norton Internet Security icon on the Windows desktop 2 Select Tasks amp Scans 3 Select Run Scan to scan your system 5 Tasks amp Scans Chose a Run a Scan Scan your entire computer scan commonly infected areas orruna Help custom scan of drives folders or disks EA m ae ll Se Not Completed At Risk Run Quick Sean Not Completed Run Qustom Scan Open FIX NOW Quick Links gt Support o en Norton Ac
102. tem 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 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 F5 gt to toggle the display back to the computer If the Sleep indicator is lit the computer is in Sleep mode Press and release the power button to resume Image is not full screen Each computer display has a different native resolution depending on the screen If you set the resolution lower than this native resoution the screen expands to fill the computer display Right click on your Windows desktop and select Properties to bring up the Display Properties dialog box Then click on the Settings tab to make sure that the resolution is set to the appropriate resolution Resolutions lower than the specified resolution are not full screen on the computer or on an external monitor 48 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 v
103. 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 Optimising battery life Optimizing battery life helps you get the most out of battery operation prolonging the charge recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency You are advised to follow the suggestions set out below e Purchase an extra battery pack e Use AC power whenever possible reserving battery for on the go use e Eject a PC Card if it is not being used as it will continue to draw power for selected model e Store the battery pack in a cool dry place The recommended temperature is 10 C to 30 C Higher temperatures cause the battery to self discharge faster e Excessive recharging decreases the battery life e Look after your AC adapter and battery 54 Battery low warning When using battery power pay attention to the Windows power meter Warning Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible after the battery low warning appears Data will be lost if the battery to become fully depleted and the computer shuts down When the battery low warning appears the recommended course of action depends on your situation The AC adapter 1 Plug the AC adapte
104. the battery for removal Houses the computer s battery pack Houses the computer s hard disk secured with screws Emits low frequency sound output 22 Specifications Operating e Windows Vista Home Basic Em Windows Vista Home Premium e Windows Vista Ultimate Platform Intel Centrino Duo mobile technology featuring System memory Display e Intel Core 2 Duo processor T7200 T7400 T7600 4MB L2 cache 2 0 2 16 2 33 GHz 667 MHz FSB and T5500 T5600 2 MB L2 cache 1 66 1 83 GHz 667 MHz FSB supporting Intel EM64T Intel Core Duo processor T2300 T2400 T2500 T2600 2 MB L2 cache 1 66 1 83 2 2 16 GHz 667 MHz FSB e Intel 945PM Express chipset e Intel PRO Wireless 3945ABG network connection dual band tri mode 802 11a b g Wi Fi CERTIFIED solution supporting Acer SignalUp wireless technology Up to 2 GB of DDR2 667 MHz memory upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules dual channel support 20 1 WSXGA high brightness 300 nit Acer CrystalBrite TFT LCD 1680 x 1050 pixel resolution 6 lamps 16 ms typical on off and 8 ms average gray to gray response time Simultaneous multi window viewing via Acer GridVista supported TV tuner Graphics 23 Acer TV tuner options e Analog TV tuner supporting hardware MPEG 2 stream encoding e Digital and analog hybrid TV tuner supporting hardware MPEG 2 stream encoding e Digital and analog hybrid TV tuner s
105. the country of use For further information please contact local office in the country of use The FCC RF safety requirement The radiated output power of the wireless LAN Mini PCI Card and Bluetooth card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the notebook PC series shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized 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 Note The Acer wireless Mini PCI adapter implements a transmission diversity function The function does not emit radio frequencies simultaneously from both antennas One of the antennas is selected automatically or manually by users to ensure good quality radiocommunication 104 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 o
106. to any other device Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic When unplugging the power cord do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the plug The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension cord Also the total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating XIV Taking care of your battery pack Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements Turn the power off before removing or replacing batteries e Do not tamper with batteries Keep them away from children Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations Recycle if possible Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer follow these steps 1 Turn off the computer and remove the battery pack 2 Disconnect the AC adapter 3 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 47 Information for your safety and comfort iii Safety instructions iii Additional safety information vi Operating environment vi Medical devices vi Vehicles vii Potentially explosiv
107. upporting software MPEG 2 stream encoding Analog TV tuner supporting international analog TV standards NTSC PAL SECAM Digital TV tuner supporting DVB T Digital Video Broadcasting Terrestrial standard 6 MHz to 8 MHz TV tuner I O e _ RF jack for digital analog TV antenna cable input e AV in port for composite S video line in audio video input TV tuner cables e PAL cable for digital analog TV input PAL SECAM to NTSC port converter e Mini DIN cable RCA jack and S video port for audio video input Acer DVB T antenna UHF VHF reception supporting Acer SignalUp wireless technology NVIDIA GeForce Go 7600 with up to 256 MB GDDR2 VRAM or NVIDIA GeForce Go 7300 with 128MB dedicated GDDR2 VRAM supporting NVIDIA TurboCache PureVideo technology WMV HD High Definition MPEG 2 Hardware Acceleration integrated HDTV encoder dual link DVI Microsoft DirectX 9 0 Shader Model 3 0 OpenEXR High Dynamic Range HDR technology NVIDIA PowerMizer 6 0 and PCI Express Dual independent display 16 7 million colors 20 1 LCD model MPEG 2 DVD hardware assisted capability S video TV out NTSC PAL support DVI D true digital video interface with HDCP High bandwidth Digital Content Protection support e Acer Arcade featuring Acer CinemaVision and Acer ClearVision technologies 24 Storage subsystem Audio Communication One or two 80 100 120 160 GB or larger
108. vice that senses movement on its surface This means the cursor responds as you move your finger across the surface of the touchpad The central location on the palmrest provides optimum comfort and support Touchpad basics The following items show you how to use the touchpad 12 3 4 Move your finger across the touchpad 2 to move the cursor e Press the left 1 and right 4 buttons located beneath the touchpad to perform selection and execution functions These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse Tapping on the touchpad is the same as clicking the left button Use the 4 way scroll 3 button to scroll up or down and move left or right a page This button mimics your cursor pressing on the right scroll bar of Windows applications 31 Execute Select Drag Access context menu Scroll Quickly click Tap twice at the same twice speed as double clicking a mouse button Click once Tap once Click and hold Tap twice at the same then use speed as double clicking finger on the a mouse button rest touchpad to your finger on the drag the touchpad on the second cursor tap and drag the cursor Click once Click and hold to move up down left right Note When using the touchpad keep it and your fingers dry and clean The touchpad is sensitive to finger movement hence the lighter the touch the better the response Tapping harder will not increa
109. way of watching your sports videos It automatically detects highlights of the most memorable moments in sports from your recorded games Note The sports types available in your version of SportsCap depend on the version and modules installed on your computer 73 DV Wizard DV Wizard provides real time preview and capture from DV camcorders and webcams to your computer s hard drive or directly burned to DVD DV Wizard also supports the capture of High Definition video to your computer s hard disk in the DVD format Attach your DV camcorder or web cam to your computer and then start DV Wizard to begin DVDivine DVDivine is a handy utility for quickly creating DVDs or other discs containing video pictures or music In just a few easy steps you can design organize then burn your disc When you start DVDivine the Select Media page appears allowing you to select the kind of media that you want to include on your disc You can select Videos Pictures or Music 74 Taking your notebook PC with you This section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer Disconnecting from the desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories 1 Save any open files Remove any media floppy disks or compact disks from the drive s Shut down the computer Close the display cover Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter nu A U N Disconnect the keyboard p
110. with a TV tuner card a 48 button remote control is included for use with the Acer Arcade software The table below explains the functions for this controller o sete a Warning The Arcade and Power buttons have different functions depending on the current mode See below for details Button functions may change depending on your power option settings To access Arcade in Windows mode push the Arcade button to start Arcade Push it again at any time to return to the main menu Pushing the Arcade button again will close Arcade mode Pushing the Power button will put your notebook into Standby mode Push it again to resume Remote functions 1 ojl NI GD UW A WwW N 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 TeleText regions only Live TV Power Menu Language Record Rewind Play Previous Pause SAP Full Screen Back Navigation OK buttons Mute VOL 0 9 buttons TeleText CC Color buttons TV AV Arcade Angle Subtitle Stop Fast Forward Next Capture Info EPG Last Ch Channel Ch scan 5 Launch Live TV mode Turn off sleep depending on mode Launch DVD menu screen Open DVD language menu Record TV Rewind through media Play selection Skip back one music track DVD chapter or photo Pause audio video slide shows live or recorded TV Toggle between sound modes mono stereo etc Toggle between full screen and window view

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