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Acer 3050 Laptop User Manual

1. 89 hotkeys 29 troubleshooting 41 DVD 70 DVD movies playing 70 E error messages 75 Euro 30 F FAQ See frequently asked questions frequently asked questions 41 front view 14 H Hibernation mode hotkey 29 hotkeys 28 K keyboard 27 embedded numeric keypad 27 hotkeys 28 lock keys 27 troubleshooting 42 Windows keys 28 L left view 14 M media access on indicator 23 memory installing 68 messages error 75 modem 65 N network 66 Notebook Manager hotkey 29 num lock 27 on indicator 23 numeric keypad embedded 27 90 p password 63 types 63 PC Card 67 ejecting 67 inserting 67 ports 65 printer troubleshooting 42 problems 41 CD ROM 42 display 41 keyboard 42 printer 42 Startup 41 troubleshooting 75 Q questions setting location for modem use 43 S safety CD or DVD 81 modem notices 78 scroll lock 27 security keylock 31 63 passwords 63 speakers hotkey 29 troubleshooting 42 support information 44 T touchpad 25 hotkey 29 using 25 26 travel international flights 62 local trips 61 troubleshooting 75 tips 75 U universal serial bus 66 V view front 15 left 15 rear 17 right 16 W Windows keys 28
2. Ee CE e e 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 39 Acer GridVista is simple to set up 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 S lt NONE single Pouble vertical HTriple primary at left A Triple primary at right elena A Quad Display 1 gt Options v Extend D e m e e Baim im he oa i Pe pa aa E ran Basima merae r a eee Note Please ensure that the resolution setting of your second monitor is set to the manufacturer s recommended value Launch Manager Button Configuration Launch Manager Launch Manager WANA i Internet Browser v E Mail E Mail Manager v Empowering C Acer Empowering Technology Acer Er x Add Delete ia powering Technology AcerEr 7 Launch Manager allows you to set the four easy launch buttons located above the keyboard Easy launch buttons on page 24 for the location of the easy launch buttons 40 You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start All Programs and then Launch Manager to start the application Norton AntiVirus Norton AntiVirus is an anti virus softw
3. 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 and subtitle output of DVDs Subtitles selects the default subtitle language for DVDs when available The factory setting is Off Closed Captions turns on the closed captions on DVDs This function displays captions 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 52 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 Sample P
4. 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 80 Notice for New Zealand 1 The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the item complies with minimum conditions for connection to its network It indicates no endorsement of the product by Telecom nor does it provide any sort of warranty Above all it provides no assurance that any item will work correctly in all respects with another item of Telepermitted equipment of a different make or model nor does it imply that any product is compatible with all of Telecom s network services 2 This equipment is not capable under all operating conditions of correct operation at the higher speeds for which it is designed Telecom will accept no responsibility should difficulties arise in such circumstances 3 Some parameters required for compliance with
5. Change channels up and down Shortcut to scan channel page scan TV channels Dependent on individual DVD content 48 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 fit on a page use the buttons at the lower right to scroll through the pages Note For more detailed information on the features of Acer Arcade please refer to the Arcade Help menu This can be accessed from the Arcade home page by selecting Help i 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 wi
6. Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity LCD panel ergonomic specifications Index Acer Empowering Technology Acer s innovative Empowering Technology toolbar makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer computer Displayed by default in the upper right corner of your screen it features the following handy utilities Acer ePower Management extends battery power via versatile usage profiles Acer ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts display settings conveniently Acer eDataSecurity Management for selected models protects data with passwords and advanced encryption algorithms Acer eLock Management for selected models limits access to external storage media and interfaces Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data flexibly reliably and completely Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily Acer ePerformance Management improves system performance by optimizing disk space memory and registry settings 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 do not initialize the Empowering
7. 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 controls 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 50 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 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 en
8. Technology password you will be prompted to do so when running Acer eLock Management or Acer eRecovery Management for the first time z 3 O p D m D gt O O te lt gt O Fa U D H O D z O LLI Acer ePower Management E4 Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface To launch it select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology interface AC mode Adapter mode The default setting is Maximum Performance You can adjust CPU speed LCD brightness and other settings or click on buttons to turn the following functions on off Wireless LAN Bluetooth CardBus FireWire 1394 Wired LAN and Optical Device if supported DC mode Battery mode There are four pre defined profiles Entertainment Presentation Word Processing and Battery Life You can also define up to three of your own To create a new power profile Change power settings as desired Click Save as to save to a new power profile 1 2 3 Name the newly created profile 4 Select whether this profile is for Adapter or Battery mode then click OK 5 The new profile will appear in the profile list Battery status For real time battery life estimates based on current usage refer to the panel in the upper half of the window ne 3 O O mpowering nolog gt X o 5 Acer ePower Manag
9. 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 60 Note If the Sleep indicator is off the computer has entered Hibernation mode and is turned off If the power indicator is off but the Sleep indicator is on the computer has entered Sleep mode In both cases press and release the power button to turn the computer back on Note that the computer may enter Hibernation mode after being in Sleep mode for a period of time What to bring to meetings If your meeting is relatively short you probably do not need to bring anything with you other than your computer
10. 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 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
11. hotkeys to easily adjust the volume on your computer See Hotkeys on page 28 for more information on adjusting the speaker volume 33 Acer OrbiCam for selected models The Acer OrbiCam is a 310 000 pixel CMOS camera appropriately mounted on top of the LCD panel The camera s 225 degree ergonomic rotation allows you to capture high resolution photos or videos up front or at the back of the LCD panel The Acer OrbiCam fully supports the Acer Video Conference technology so you transmit the best video conference quality over an Instant Messenger service Getting to know your Acer OrbiCam 1 23 1 Lens 2 Power indicator 3 Rubber grip selected models only Rotating the Acer OrbiCam The Acer OrbiCam rotates 225 degrees counterclockwise to achieve the desired angle Refer to the illustrations below Note DO NOT rotate the camera clockwise to prevent damage to the device ort Dried a a ismim 35 Note Setting the camera resolution to 640 x 480 or larger does not change the capture window size Options Click Options to display the Window Preview and Folder tabs Use the options to change the capture window size preview settings and the folder for captured photos or videos 36 Camera Settings Basic settings Click the Camera Settings icon on the bottom right corner of the capture display then select Camera Settings from the pop up menu You can adjust the Video Audio and Zoom Fa
12. 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 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
13. 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 device its parts or enhancements For vehicles equipped with an air bag remember that air bags inflate with great force Do not place objects including installed or portable wireless equipment in the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area If in vehicle wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag inflates serious injury could result Using your device while flying in aircraft is prohibited Swit
14. 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 increase 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 27 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 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 numer
15. 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 68 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 memory size Please consult a qualified technician or contact your local Acer dealer BIOS utility The BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer s BIOS Your computer is already properly configured and optimized and you do not need to run this utility However if you encounter configuration problems you may need to run it To activate the BIOS utility press lt F2 gt during the POST while the notebook PC logo is being displayed Boot sequence To set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility activate the BIOS utility then select Boot from the categories listed at the top of the screen 69 Enable disk to disk recovery To enable disk to disk rec
16. the usability and performance of your Windows XP system Empowering Technology ewe ta Acer ePerformance Management Execute Express Optimization ta This feature quickly optimizes your system Advanced Optimization Options C Show af Express acer 13 Your Acer notebook tour After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters poster let us show you around your new Acer notebook Front view Built in camera 310 000 pixel web camera for video communication 2 Display screen Also called Liquid Crystal Display LCD displays computer output 3 Easy launch Buttons for launching frequently used programs See buttons Easy launch buttons on page 24 for more details 4 Status Light Emitting Diodes LEDs that light up to show indicators the status of the computer s functions and components 5 Keyboard For entering data into your computer 14 6 Palmrest 7 Touchpad 8 Click buttons left center and right 9 Microphone 10 Power button Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer Touch sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse Closed front view See eabepeden a a The left and right buttons function like the left and right mouse buttons the center button serves as a 4 way scroll button Internal microphone for sound recording Turns the computer on and of
17. used to encrypt files by default or you can choose to enter your own file specific password when encrypting a file Note The password used to encrypt a file is the unique key that the system needs to decrypt it If you lose the password the supervisor password is the only other key capable of decrypting the file If you lose both passwords there will be no way to decrypt your encrypted file Be sure to safeguard all related passwords Acer eDatSecurity A anagement Initialize Supervisor Password The Supernisor Password serves two purposes 1 To grant accesses to the Personal Secure Disk 2 To provide you a last resort to decrypt any ate M Acer eDataSecurity Management File Encryption Enter a password 4 to 12 characters Enter it again to confirm Note A Acer eDataSecurity Management Files already encrypted will not be encrypte File Decryption File Decryption o o Z o ooo o Warning on Desktop Search Tools a oe O m m D O O to lt Note If you forget the password You can use the Supervisor Password instead Warning on Desktop Search Tools e cre Acer eLock Management fi Acer eLock Management is a security utility that allows you to lock your removable data optical and floppy drives to ensure that data can t be stolen while your notebook is unattended e Removable data devices includes U
18. Aspire 5050 3050 Series User s Guide Copyright 2006 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved Aspire 5050 3050 Series User s Guide Original Issue 09 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 5050 3050 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
19. 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 T fi i Coy Warning Please make sure that the cable you use is appropriate for the country in which you are working 67 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
20. 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 61 Special considerations Follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work Minimize the effects of temperature changes by keeping the computer with you e If
21. SB disk drives USB pen drives USB flash drives USB MP3 drives USB memory card readers IEEE 1394 disk drives and any other removable disk drives that can be mounted as a file system when plugged into the system e Optical drive devices includes any kind of CD ROM or DVD ROM drives e Floppy disk drives 3 5 inch disks only To activate Acer eLock Management a 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 locked after rebooting until unlocked Note If you lose your password there is no method to reset it except by reformatting your notebook or taking your notebook to an Acer Customer Service Center Be sure to remember or write down your password ai Acer eLock Management gt O Fa U D H O fa D z O LLI Device Name Unlocked _ Removable Storage Devices v Optical Drive Devices H Floppy Drive Devices Acer eRecovery Management L2 Acer eRecovery Management is a powerful utility that does away with the need for recovery disks provided by the manufacturer The Acer eRecovery Management utility occupies space in a hidden partition on your system s hard drive By default user created backups are stored on the D drive Acer eRecovery Management provides you with Password protection Recovery of applications
22. SB 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 43 Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is turned on Make sure that the printer cable is connected securely to the computer s parallel port or a USB port and the corresponding port on the printer 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 Interne
23. Telecom s Telepermit requirements are dependent on the equipment PC associated with this device The associated equipment shall be set to operate within the following limits for compliance with Telecom s Specifications a There shall be no more than 10 call attempts to the same number within any 30 minute period for any single manual call initiation and b The equipment shall go on hook for a period of not less than 30 seconds between the end of one attempt and the beginning of the next call attempt 4 Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom s Telepermit requirements are dependent on the equipment PC associated with this device In order to operate within the limits for compliance with Telecom s specifications the associated equipment shall be set to ensure that automatic calls to different numbers are spaced such that there is not less than 5 seconds between the end of one call attempt and the beginning of another 5 This equipment shall not be set up to make automatic calls to Telecom s 111 Emergency Service 6 This device is equipped with pulse dialing while the Telecom standard is DTMF tone dialing There is no guarantee that Telecom lines will always continue to support pulse dialing 7 Use of pulse dialing when this equipment is connected to the same line as other equipment may give rise to bell tinkle or noise and may also cause a false answer condition Should such problems occur the user should NOT cont
24. Travelers Warranty ITW Your computer is backed by an International Travelers Warranty ITW that gives you security and peace of mind when traveling Our worldwide network of service centers are there to give you a helping hand An ITW passport comes with your computer This passport contains all you need to know about the ITW program A list of available authorized service centers is in this handy booklet Read this passport thoroughly Always have your ITW passport on hand especially when you travel to receive the benefits from our support centers Place your proof of purchase in the flap located inside the front cover of the ITW passport If the country you are traveling in does not have an Acer authorized ITW service site you can still get in contact with our offices worldwide Please consult http global acer com Before you call Please have the following information available when you call Acer for online service and please be at your computer when you call With your support we can reduce the amount of time a call takes and help solve your problems efficiently If there are error messages or beeps reported by your computer write them down as they appear on the screen or the number and sequence in the case of beeps You are required to provide the following information Name Telephone number ____ a SEE Machine and model type Serial number 45 Acer Arcade Acer Arcade is an integrated player for musi
25. a ATI Radeon Xpress 1100 integrated 3D graphics with up to 128 MB of shared system memory ATI DualView support 16 7 million colors Up to 2048 x 1536 resolution via non interlaced CRT display MPEG 2 DVD hardware assisted capability S video TV out NTSC PAL support Acer Arcade featuring Acer CinemaVision and Acer ClearVision technologies 40 60 80 100 120 GB or higher hard disk drive Optical drive options e 8X DVD Super Multi double layer drive e 24X DVD CD RW combo drive 5 in 1 card reader supporting Secure Digital SD MultiMediaCard MMC Memory Stick MS Memory Stick PRO MS PRO xD Picture Card xD 341 W x 251 D x 28 35 H mm 13 4 x 9 88 x 1 10 1 37 inches 2 4 kg 5 28 Ibs ACPI 2 0 CPU power management standard supports Standby and Hibernation power saving modes 44 6 W 4000 mAh Li ion battery 6 cell 2 6 hour battery life 3 pin 65 W AC adapter 88 89 key keyboard inverted T cursor layout 2 5 mm minimum key travel Touchpad with 4 way scroll button Four easy launch buttons Empowering Key Internet email user programmable Two front access communication LED switches WLAN Bluetooth High definition audio support Two built in Acer 3DSonic stereo speakers Built in microphone Sound Blaster Pro and MS Sound compatible Communication I O interface Software 21 Acer Video Conference supporting Voice and Video over Internet Protocol VVoIP via A
26. a India Ov Ul A Ww N gt People s Republic of China Note To change the region code insert a DVD movie of a different region into the DVD drive Please refer to the online help for more information 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 Acer eRecovery Management consists of the following functions N 71 Create backup Restore from backup 3 Create factory default image CD or burn bundled software to an application CD 4 Re install bundled software without CD 5 Change Acer eRecovery Management password This chapter will guide you through each process G Note This feature is only available on certain models For systems that do not have a built in optical disk burner plug in an external USB or IEEE 1394 compatible optical disk burner before entering Acer eRecovery Management for optical disk related tasks Acer eRecovery Management requires a specific hard disk partitioning structure to function If the system detects that the hard disk does not use this structure Acer eRecovery Management functionality will be disabled 72 Create backup You can create and save backup images to hard disk CD or DVD 1 Boot to Windows XP 2 Press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt to open the Acer eRecovery Management utility 3 Enter the password
27. act the telecom Fault Service 8 This equipment may not provide for the effective hand over of a call to another device connected to the same line 9 Under power failure conditions this appliance may not operate Please ensure that a separate telephone not dependent on local power is available for emergency use 81 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 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 mi
28. age 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 76 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 77 Regulations and safety notices FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursua
29. al 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 85 antennas is selected automatically or manually by users to ensure good quality radio communication 2 This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5 15 to 5 25 GHz frequency range FCC requires this product to be used indoors for the frequency range 5 15 to 5 25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co channel Mobile Satellite systems 3 High power radar are allocated as primary users of the 5 25 to 5 35 GHz and 5 65 to 5 85 GHz bands These radar stations can cause interference with and or damage this device 4 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 pow
30. an 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 LCD panel ergonomic specifications Design viewing distance Design inclination angle Design azimuth angle Viewing direction range class Screen tilt angle Design screen illuminance Reflection class of LCD panel positive and negative polarity Image polarity Reference white Pre setting of luminance and color temperature 6500K tested under BM7 Pixel fault class 500 mm 0 0 90 0 Class IV 85 0 luminance level 250 250cosa Ix where a 85 Color Source D65 Ordinary LCD Class e Protective or Acer CrystalBrite LCD Class III u n v n Class Il Index A AC adapter caring for xiii audio troubleshooting 42 B battery pack caring for xiv BIOS utility 37 68 brightness hotkeys 29 C caps lock 27 on indicator 23 care AC adapter xiii battery pack xiv computer xiii CD ROM ejecting manually 42 troubleshooting 42 cleaning computer xiv computer caring for xiii cleaning xiv disconnecting 59 features 13 38 indicators 23 keyboards 27 moving around 59 on indicator 14 23 security 63 setting up a home office 61 taking home 60 traveling internationally 62 traveling on local trips 61 troubleshooting 75 turning off xiii connections network 66 D display
31. and drivers e Image data backup e Back up to HDD set recovery point Back up to CD DVD e Image data recovery tools e Recover from a hidden partition factory defaults e Recover from the HDD most recent user defined recovery point e Recover from CD DVD oe O m m D O O to lt gt O Fa U D H O D z O LLI Empowering Technology lt Acer eRecovery Management User Backup History Size Type Total 0 for 0 MB Available HDD space GB LJ Notify me if the change from last incremental backup is more than Ik gt Backup burn Disk Restore For more information please refer to Acer eRecovery Management on page 70 in the AcerSystem User s Guide Note If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD please use Acer eRecovery Management s System backup to optical disk 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 11 Acer eSettings Management amp a Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications change BIOS passwords or other Windows settings and to monitor the system health status Acer eSettings Manag
32. anufacturer 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 78 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 rules Located on the modem is a label that contains among other information the FCC Registration Number and Ringer Equivalence Number REN for this equipment Upon request you must provide this information to your telephone company If your telephone equipment causes harm to the telephone network the telephone company may discontinue your service tempo
33. are that finds and repairs infected files and protects against viruses to keep your computer data safe and secure How do check for viruses A Full System Scan scans all files on your computer To perform a system scan 1 Start Norton AntiVirus Double click on the Norton AntiVirus Icon on the desktop or click on the Start menu in the Windows taskbar highlight Programs and select Norton AntiVirus 2 In the Norton AntiVirus main window click Scans A Nontonsntivinus ali E3 Hel amp D AY Ore Norton Protection Center Cans Norton AntiVirus Select an item to launch a scan Status Run Full System Scan gt Fe B S iScans 3 Run Norton QuickScan t C e FE E E e aaa e Scan drives C3 Scan folders eecceceeeeeeceeececseceecesecececeseeceeeeceeseceeececeeeeceeseceeseeeeeeeceeseceeseeeceeeeeececeeceeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeseeesseeeee a CF Scan files Create custom al symantec Norton AntiVirus 2006 3 Inthe Scans panel click Run Full System Scan 4 When the scan is complete a scan summary appears Click Finished You can schedule customized virus scans that run unattended on specific dates and times or at periodic intervals If you are using the computer when the scheduled scan begins it runs in the background so that you do not have to stop working For more information refer to the Norton AntiVirus Help menu 41 Frequently asked questions The followin
34. c 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 O Acer Arcade TV Cinema Video Album 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 46 48 button remote control If your Aspire is bundled 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 i secs en f Toep 20 TWAV ARCADE 3 ME 2 4 aE eae 22 a w 23 Com M 24 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 resum
35. ce tracking options from this window Camera Settings Video Audio Zoom Face Tracking Settings for camera Acer OrbiCam Camera in use by QuickCapture Brightness J C Mirror Vertical Contrast 7 Driver Settings Saturation Default J Low Light Boost C Color Boost Show Camera icon in the Windows taskbar Enable VisageON Capture settings From the Camera Settings window click the Driver Settings button The Properties window appears Proportios Dente Seng Advanced ZoomTace Tracking Device Settings allows you to change the camera brightness contrast hue saturation sharpness etc 37 Advanced Settings allows you to activate gain control implement image mirror select image enhancements and anti flicker settings and turn on off the camera indicator Zoom Face Track Settings allows you to adjust the zoom level and turn the face tracking feature on or off Capturing photos videos To capture a photo or a video clip rotate the Acer OrbiCam to get the desired angle then click the Take a Picture or Record a Video button The Windows Picture and Fax Viewer or the Windows Media Player automatically launches to display play a preview of the photo video clip Note By default all photos and videos are saved in the My Pictures and My Videos folder Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcam The Acer OrbiCam is automatically selected as the capture device of any Instant Messenger IM app
36. cer OrbiCam and optional Acer Bluetooth VoIP phone Acer OrbiCam integrated 310 000 pixel CMOS camera featuring e 225 degree ergonomic rotation e Acer PrimaLite technology WLAN Acer InviLink 802 11b g Wi Fi CERTIFIED solution supporting Acer SignalUp wireless technology WPAN Bluetooth 2 0 EDR Enhanced Data Rate LAN Fast Ethernet Wake on LAN ready Modem 56K ITU V 92 with PTT approval Wake on Ring ready PC Card slot Type II 5 in 1 card reader SD MMC MS MS PRO xD Three USB 2 0 ports External display VGA port S video TV out NTSC PAL port Headphones speaker line out jack with S PDIF support Microphone in jack Line in jack Ethernet RJ 45 port Modem RJ 11 port DC in jack for AC adapter Acer Empowering Technology Acer ePower ePresentation eDataSecurity eLock eRecovery eSettings ePerformance Management Acer GridVista Acer Arcade Acer Launch Manager Adobe Reader CyberLink PowerDVD CyberLink PowerProducer Norton AntiVirus NTI CD Maker 22 Options and e Acer Bluetooth VoIP phone accessories e 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB DDR2 533 667 MHz soDIMM module e 9 cell 7200 mAh Li ion battery pack e 6 cell 4000 mAh Li ion battery pack e 4 cell 2000 mAh Li ion battery pack External USB floppy disk drive e 3 pin 65 W AC adapter Environment e Temperature e Operating 5 C to 35 C e Non operating 20 C to 65 C Humidity non c
37. cer disk to disk recovery are protected by a password that can be changed by the user Follow the steps below to change the password in Acer eRecovery Management Boot to Windows XP 1 2 Press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt to open the Acer eRecovery Management utility 3 Enter the password to proceed The default password is six zeros 4 In the Acer eRecovery Management window select Recovery settings and click Next 5 In the Recovery settings window select Password Change Acer eRecovery Management password and click Next 6 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process Note If the system crashes and will not boot to Windows you can run Acer disk to disk recovery to restore the factory default image under DOS mode 75 Troubleshooting This chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs Solutions to more serious problems require opening up the computer Do not attempt to open the computer yourself contact your dealer or authorized service center for assistance Troubleshooting tips This notebook PC incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message reports to help you solve problems If the system reports an error message or an error symptom occurs see Error messages below If the problem cannot be resolved contact your dealer See Requesting service on page 44 Error messages If you receive an error mess
38. ch 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 butane and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles such as grain dust or metal powders 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 Vill Disposal instructions Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding To minimize pollution and ensure utmost p
39. descreen 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 aero 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 49 In Audio Settings Use Speaker Environment to choose between Headphones SPDIF 2 or more speakers depending on your audio equipment Output Mode should be set to Stereo if you are listening to speakers Dolby Surround or Virtual Surround Sound if you are using headphones Note If your speakers are not capable of outputting low frequency signals it is recommended that you do not select Virtual Surround Sound in order to avoid damaging your speakers Click Run Setup Wizard to change your original startup settings Click About Acer Arcade to open a page with version and copyright information Click Restore Default
40. e Remote functions 1 ojl NI GD 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 47 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 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
41. e party Acer America Corporation Address of responsible party 2641 Orchard Parkway San Jose CA 95134 USA Contact person Mr Young Kim Tel 408 922 2909 Fax 408 922 2606 87 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 ZR3 Machine Type Aspire 5050 3050 SKU Number Aspire 505xx 305xx x 0 9 a z orA Z Is compliant with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following EC directives and that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in force to assure that production units of the same product will continue comply with the requirements EMC Directive 89 336 EEC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standards EN55022 1998 A1 2000 A2 2003 AS NZS CISPR22 2002 Class B EN55024 1998 A1 2001 A2 2003 EN61000 3 2 2000 Class D EN61000 3 3 1995 A1 2001 EN55013 2001 A1 2003 applied to models with TV function EN55020 2002 A1 2003 applied to models with TV function Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standard e EN60950 1 2001 EN60065 2002 applied to models with TV function 88 Council Decision 98 482 EC CTR21 for pan Europe
42. e 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 39 Acer Empowering Technology user programmable Email application user programmable Internet browser user programmable P User programmable 25 Touchpad The built in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface This means the cursor responds as you move your finger across the surface of the touchpad The central location on the palmrest provides optimum comfort and support SS AN Touchpad basics The following items show you how to use the touchpad 12 3 4 e 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 26 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 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
43. ed TV Scheduling recordings Program guide Find program TV settings Using TeleText functions Make DVDs Authoring CD DVDs 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 considerations 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 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 Universal Serial Bus USB PC Card slot Installing memory BIOS utility Boot sequence Password Using software Playing DVD movies Acer eRecovery Management Create backup Restore from backup Create factory default image CD Re install bundled software without CD Change password 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
44. eless 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 83 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 84 List of applicable countries EU member states as of May 2004 are Belgium Denmark Germany Greece Spain France Ireland Italy Luxembourg the Netherlands Austria Portugal Finland Sweden United Kingdom Estonia Latvia Lithuania Poland Hungary Czech Republic Slovak Republic Slovenia Cyprus and Malta Usage allowed in the countries of European Union as well as Norway Switzerland Iceland and Liechtenstein This device must be used in strict accordance with the regulations and constraints in the country of use For further information please contact local office in the country of use The FCC RF safety requirement The radiated output power of the wireless LAN Mini PCI Card and Bluetooth card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the notebook PC series shall be used in such a manner that the potenti
45. ement E D A gt 5 Battery fully charged 1 A lt CPU Speed O LCD Brightness r Turn Off Monitor i Turn Off Hard Disk 9 System Standby Oo ar System Hibernation i Hardware Nj WirelessLAN on of CardBus On Off oe Wired LAN On Off Bluetooth Coon Off ae eee A tt Sa a j 3 Main ight Settings acer For additional options click Settings to e Set alarms e _Re load factory defaults e Select what actions to be taken when the cover is closed or the power button is pressed e Set passwords for accessing the system after Hibernation or Standby View information about Acer ePower Management gt O Fa U D H O fa D z O LLI fi Acer ePower Management Alarm Load Defaults Power Button Password Enable Action for Low Battery Action for Low Battery Alarm Level Aj 410 Notification Method Action after Alarm Run Program Enable Action for Critical Battery Action for Critical Battery Alarm Level Q 3 Notification Method Action afterAlarm Hibernate v Run Program Pi TER f settings acer Acer ePresentation Management 3 Acer ePresentation Management lets you project your computer s display to an external device or projector using the hot key Fn F5 If auto detection hardware is implemented in the system and the e
46. ement also Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigation e Displays general system status and advanced monitoring for power users on Acer computer SS ce Empowering Technology a _ x i 7 n Cs Acer eSettings Management Summary Processor Memory MB and BIOS ji hae Manufacturer Product name Operating system Processor Chipset Wireless LAN card Ethernet card System Memory Video memory Hard drive 1 CDIDYVD 1 Serial port Infrared Parallel port Asset tag I ee System Information Boot Options 9 BIOS Passwords acer Acer inc MMMM MMMM MMMM MMMM MMMMMMMM MMMM MMMMMMMM MMMM MMMM MMMM MOC MMMM KXXXXXNKXNX KXXXKXNKXNXXXNXNKXNX MMMMMMMAMAM EME MMMMMMMAMRME MEM KAXXXXXNKXNXXX MMMMKMM AMM EM XMMMMMMM MMMM oe O m m D O O to lt gt O Fa U D H O D z O LLI 12 Acer ePerformance Management EA Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer computer It provides an express optimization method to release unused memory and disk space quickly The user can also enable advanced options for full control over the following options Memory optimization releases unused memory and check usage Disk optimization removes unneeded items and files Speed optimization improves
47. enu 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 59 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 pointing device printer external monitor and other
48. er 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 86 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The following local manufacturer importer is responsible for this declaration Product name Notebook PC Model number ZR3 Machine type Aspire 5050 3050 SKU number Aspire 505xx 305xx x 0 9 a z orA Z Name of responsibl
49. f tatatatatatetate tate tate ts fats e ee een eae ee eee eee ee l 23 4 Latch Power indicator Battery indicator Speakers Bluetooth communication switch indicator Wireless communication switch indicator Headphones speaker line out jack with S PDIF support Microphone in jack 5 6 789 4 Locks and releases the lid Indicates the computer s power status Indicates the computer s batttery status Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output Enable disables the Bluetooth function Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication optional Enable disables the wireless function Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication optional Connects to audio line out devices e g speakers headphones Accepts input from external microphones 9 lt Line in jack Left view External display VGA port Ventilation slots E gt S video TV out NTSC PAL port USB 2 0 port 5 in 1 card reader uM S2 PC Card slot PC Card slot eject button Accepts audio line in devices e g audio CD player stereo walkman 567 Connects to a display device e g external monitor LCD projector Enable the computer to stay cool even after prolonged use Connects to a television or display device with S video input Connects to USB 2 0 devices e g USB mouse USB camera Accepts Memory Stick MS Memory Stick PRO MS PRO MultiMediaCard MMC Secure Dig
50. 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 release the power button below the LCD screen beside the easy launch buttons See Front view on page 13 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 Turn Off Computer then click on Turn Off Use the power button You can also shut down the computer by closing the display cover or by pressing the sleep hotkey lt Fn gt
51. g 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 system automatically blanks the screen to save power Press any key to turn the display back on If pressing a key does not turn the display back on three things might be the cause e The brightness level might be too low Press lt Fn gt lt 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 d
52. he 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 58 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 Arcade media modes Authoring CD DVDs With Acer Arcade it is possible to create CD or DVDs directly from the main menu or from whichever media mode you may be using The burn DVD option can be found in the Advanced or Main m
53. here 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 Note The grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with the performance of this product Use the product only with the supplied power supply cord set If you need to replace the power cord set make sure that the new power cord meets the following requirements detachable type UL listed CSA certified type SPT 2 rated 7 A 125 V minimum VDE ap
54. ic keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad It is indicated by small characters located on the upper right corner of the keycaps To simplify the keyboard legend cursor control key symbols are not printed on the keys 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 28 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows specific functions Au Windows key Pressed alone this key has the same effect as clicking on x the Windows Start button it launches the Start menu It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions lt au gt lt Tab gt Activates the next Taskbar button lt a gt lt E gt Opens the My Computer window lt a gt lt F1 gt Opens Help and Support Center lt au gt lt F gt Opens the Search Results window lt A gt lt R gt Opens the Run dialog box A lt ai gt lt M gt Minimizes all windows lt Shift gt lt A gt lt M gt Undoes the minimize all windows action Application This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse key button it opens the application s context menu Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the c
55. ictures My Pictures 05 31 2005 Back Play Slide Show an L Ai Zane Sort By Mv S pe My Pictures Movie Snapsh Music nice photo Recent Pictures More Pictures Edit Advanced Video Snapsh The content area on the right shows both individual pictures and folders Click on a folder to open it To view a slide show open the folder containing the pictures you wish to view then click Play Slide Show The slide show is played at full screen Use the pop up control panel to control the slide show You can also view a single picture by clicking on it This opens the picture at full screen You can then use the onscreen player controls to zoom in and out and to pan in four directions Editing Pictures Choose Edit and you can Rotate Remove Red Eye and Auto Fix optimize the brightness and contrast pictures to improve the appearance of your images Slide Show settings To change Slide Show settings click the Advanced button on the Album page and select Settings Slide Duration determines how long each slide is shown before automatically advancing to the next picture in the slide show Slide Show Transition sets the style of transition used between pictures you can choose between Motion Cell Fade Random Wipe Slide Page and None modes 53 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 perso
56. ing Technology password 1 Acer ePower Management 2 Acer ePresentation Management 5 Acer eDataSecurity Management for selected models 6 Acer eLock Management 7 Acer eRecovery Management 9 Acer eSettings Management 11 Acer ePerformance Management 12 Your Acer notebook tour 13 Front view 13 Closed front view 14 Left view 15 Right view 16 Rear view 17 Base view 18 Specifications 19 Indicators 23 Easy launch buttons 24 Touchpad 25 Touchpad basics 25 Using the keyboard 27 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 27 Contents Windows keys Hotkeys Special keys Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using a computer security lock Audio Adjusting the volume Acer OrbiCam for selected models Launching the Acer OrbiCam Changing the Acer OrbiCam settings Capturing photos videos Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcam Using the system utilities Acer GridVista dual display compatible Launch Manager Norton AntiVirus Frequently asked questions Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITW Before you call Acer Arcade 48 button remote control Remote functions Finding and playing content Settings Arcade controls Navigation controls Player controls Virtual keyboard Background mode Cinema Settings Album Editing Pictures Slide Show settings Video Playing a video file Capturing video TV models only Snapshot Editing video Music 28 28 30 31 31 32 32 TV for selected models Time shift functionality Record
57. isplay 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 42 No audio is heard from the computer Check the following e The volume may be muted In Windows look at the volume control speaker icon on the taskbar If it is crossed out click on the icon and deselect the Mute all option e The volume level may be too low In Windows look at the volume control icon on the taskbar You can also use the volume control buttons to adjust the volume See Hotkeys on page 28 for more detail If headphones earphones or external speakers are connected to the line out port on the computer the internal speakers automatically turn off I want to eject the optical drive tray without turning on the power There is a mechanical eject hole on the optical drive Simply insert the tip of a pen or paperclip into the hole and 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 U
58. ital SD and xD Picture Card xD Note Only one card can operate at any given time Accepts one Type II PC Card Ejects the PC Card from the slot 16 Right view C Optical drive Optical disk access indicator Optical drive eject button Emergency eject hole Modem RJ 11 port DC in jack Internal optical drive accepts CDs or DVDs slot load or tray load depending on model Lights up when the optical drive is active location depends on model Ejects the optical disk from the drive location depends on model Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off location depends on model Connects to a phone line Connects to an AC adapter Rear view Kensington lock slot Connects to a Kensington compatible computer security lock Connect to USB 2 0 devices e g USB USB 2 0 ports Battery mouse USB camera Powers the computer Connects to an Ethernet 10 100 1000 Ethernet RJ 45 based network for selected models port 18 Base view Oy Ul A Ww Memory compartment Cooling fan Battery release latch Battery bay Battery lock Hard disk bay Houses the computer s main memory Helps keep the computer cool Note Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan Releases the battery for removal Houses the computer s battery pack Locks the battery in position Houses the computer s hard disk secured with
59. its 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 63 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 68 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 password with password checkpoints on boot up and
60. l and the US dollar sign at the upper center and or bottom right of your keyboard The Euro symbol 1 Open a text editor or word processor 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 fag faqi12 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 31 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 Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with a Kensington compatible security slot for a security lock Wrap the computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to secure the lock Keyless models are also available 32 Audio The computer comes with 32 bit Intel High Definition audio and built in stereo speakers Adjusting the volume Use
61. lication To use the Acer OrbiCam as a webcam open the IM service then select the video webcam feature You can now broadcast from your location to an IM partner anywhere in the world 38 Using the system utilities Note The system utilities work under Microsoft Windows XP only Acer GridVista dual display compatible Note This feature is only available on certain models To enable the dual monitor feature of your notebook first ensure that the second monitor is connected then select Start Control Panel Display and click on Settings Select the secondary monitor 2 icon in the display box and then click the check box Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor Finally click Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to complete the process Display Properties Themes Desktop Screen Saver Appearance Settings Drag the monitor icons to match the physical arangement of your monitors Display 2 Multiple Monitors on OOOO v Screen resolution Color quality i Highest 32 bit v 1280 by 1024 pixels E E ft Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor Troubleshoot 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
62. n 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 Pacemakers Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation of 15 3 centimeters 6 inches be maintained between wireless devices and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker These recommendations are consistent with the independent research by and recommendations of Wireless Technology Research Persons with pacemakers should do the following e Always keep the device more than 15 3 centimeters 6 inches from the pacemaker Not carry the device
63. nal music library Click Load Default Settings to return your settings to their default values Video To open the Video function click Video on the Arcade Home page Note The Video feature is designed to play back many different kinds of video formats Refer to the Video help section for a full list of compatible formats If you want to watch a DVD or VCD use the Cinema function Playing a video file Click Play to watch video files The Video page shows the video files in the content area on the right side They are organized by folders and a thumbnail image shows the first frame of each video To play a video file click on it The video will play at full screen The pop up control panel will appear at the bottom of the screen when you move the mouse To return to the Video page click Stop 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 resul
64. nes 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 vi 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 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 connectio
65. ng 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 56 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 5 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 quality 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 t
66. nt 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 would like to rip or click Select or Clear All then click Start Ripping The progress of the ripping operation will be displayed on screen You can change the file quality of the ripped tracks by clicking Settings 55 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 recordi
67. nt to Part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This device generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the device off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the device and receiver Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio television technician for help Notice Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations Notice Peripheral devices Only peripherals input output devices terminals printers etc certified to comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this equipment Operation with non certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the m
68. omputer 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 lt Fn gt lt F1 gt lt Fn gt lt F2 gt lt Fn gt lt F3 gt lt Fn gt lt F4 gt lt Fn gt lt F5 gt lt Fn gt lt F6 gt lt Fn gt lt F gt lt Fn gt lt F8 gt lt Fn gt lt gt lt Fn gt lt gt lt Fn gt lt gt gt lt Fn gt lt gt V Li E Hotkey help Acer eSettings Acer ePower Management Sleep Display toggle Screen blank Touchpad toggle Speaker toggle Volume up Volume down Brightness up Brightness down 29 Displays help on hotkeys Launches Acer eSettings in Acer Empowering Technology See Acer Empowering Technology on page 1 Launches Acer ePower Management in Acer Empowering Technology See Acer Empowering Technology on page 1 Puts the computer in Sleep mode Switches display output between the display screen external monitor if connected and both Turns the display screen backlight off to save power Press any key to return Turns the internal touchpad on and off Turns the speakers on and off Increases the sound volume Decreases the sound volume Increases the screen brightness Decreases the screen brightness 30 Special keys You can locate the Euro symbo
69. 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 computerYYu e9 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
70. ondensing e Operating 20 to 80 e Non operating 20 to 80 System ACPI 2 0 compliance DMI 2 0 Mobile PC 2002 e Wi Fi 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 Warning For safety reasons do not use non compliant parts when adding or changing components Consult your reseller for purchase options 23 Indicators The computer has serveral easy to read status indicators The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed up Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is activated HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is active Bluetooth Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication Wireless LAN Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication Power Indicates the computer s power status Battery Indicates the computer s batttery status 24 1 Charging The light shows amber when the battery is charging 2 Fully charged The light shows green when in AC mode Easy launch buttons There are several conveniently located 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 pr
71. overy hard disk recovery activate the BIOS utility then select Main from the categories listed at the top of the screen Find D2D Recovery at the bottom of the screen and use the lt F5 gt and lt F6 gt keys to set this value to Enabled Password To set a password on boot activate the BIOS utility then select Security from the categories listed at the top of the screen Find Password on boot and use the lt F5 gt and lt F6 gt keys to enable this feature 70 Using software Playing DVD movies When the DVD drive module is installed in the optical drive bay you can play DVD movies on your computer 1 Eject the DVD tray and insert a DVD movie disk then close the DVD tray Important When you launch the DVD player for the first time the program asks you to enter the region code DVD disks are divided into 6 regions Once your DVD drive is set to a region code it will play DVD disks of that region only You can set the region code a maximum of five times including the first time after which the last region code set will remain permanent Recovering your hard disk does not reset the number of times the region code has been set Refer to the table below for DVD movie region code information 2 The DVD movie will automatically play after a few seconds USA Canada Europe Middle East South Africa Japan Southeast Asia Taiwan South Korea Latin America Australia New Zealand Former USSR parts of Afric
72. overy Management window select Recovery settings and click Next 5 In the Recovery settings window select Burn image to disk and click Next 6 In the Burn image to disk window select 1 Factory default image or 2 Application CD and click Next 7 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process Note Select 1 Factory default image when you want to burn a bootable disk that contains your computer s entire operating system as it was delivered to you from the factory If you wish to have a disk that will allow you to browse the contents and install selected drivers and applications select 2 Application CD this disk will not be bootable Re install bundled software without CD Acer eRecovery Management stores pre loaded software internally for easy driver and application re installation 1 Boot to Windows XP 2 Press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt to open the Acer eRecovery Management utility 3 Enter the password to proceed The default password is six zeros 4 In the Acer eRecovery Management window select Recovery actions and click Next 5 In the Recovery settings window select Reinstall applications drivers and click Next 6 Select the desired driver application and follow the instructions on screen to re install At first launch Acer eRecovery Management prepares all the needed software and may take few seconds to bring up the software content window 74 Change password Acer eRecovery Management and A
73. pped 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 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
74. proved 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 uses lithium batteries Replace the battery with the same type as that which came bundled with your product Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion Warning Batteries may explode if not handled properly Do not disassemble or dispose of them in fire Keep them away from children Follow local regulations when disposing of used batteries Telephone line safety Disconnect all telephone li
75. rarily 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 79 Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities equipment operations or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of your equipment If they do you will be notified in advance to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted telephone service If this equipment should fail to operate properly disconnect the equipment from the phone line to determine if it is causing the problem If the problem is with the equipment discontinue use and contact your dealer or vendor Caution To reduce the risk of fire use only No 26 AWG or larger UL Listed or CSA Certified Telecommunication Line Cord TBR 21 This equipment has been approved Council Decision 98 482 EC TBR 21 for single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network PSTN However due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries the approval does not of itself give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN termination point In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance List of applicable countries EU member states as of May 2004 are Belgium Denmark Germany Greece Spain France Ireland Italy Luxembourg the Netherlands
76. 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 41 Information for your safety and comfort iii Safety instructions iii Additional safety information vi Operating environment vi Medical devices vi Vehicles vii Potentially explosive environments vii Emergency calls vii 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 Empower
77. 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 64 Entering passwords When a password is set a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen e When the Supervisor Password is set a prompt appears when you press lt F2 gt to enter the BIOS utility at boot up e Type the Supervisor Password and press lt Enter gt to access the BIOS utility If you enter the password incorrectly a warning message appears Try again and press lt Enter gt e When the User Password is set and the password on boot parameter is enabled a prompt appears at boot up e Type the User Password and press lt Enter gt to use the computer If you enter the password incorrectly a warning message appears Try again and press lt Enter gt Important You have three chances to enter a password If you fail to enter the password correctly after three tries the system halts Press and hold the power button for four seconds to shut down the computer Then turn on the computer again and try again Setting passwords You can set passwords using the BIOS utility 65 Expanding through options Your notebook PC offers you a complete mobile computing experience Connectivity options Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you would with a desktop PC
78. rotection 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 hAtm 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 electronics is consumed while the products are turned off ENERGY STAR qualified home electronic products in the off position use up to 50 less energy than conventional equipment More information refers to http www energystar gov and http 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 shi
79. s e Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer 62 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 with the local AC voltage Do not use converter k
80. screws 19 Specifications system e Windows Vista Premium Ready Genuine Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 2 Genuine Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Genuine Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Platform e AMD Turion 64 X2 Mobile Technology TL 52 TL 56 TL 60 1 6 1 8 2 GHz 2x 512 KB L2 cache or TL 50 1 6 GHz 2x 256 KB L2 cache processor featuring Dual core processing supporting AMD PowerNow technology and AMD HyperTransport technology 64bit OS support AMD Turion 64 Mobile Technology MK 36 2 0 GHz 512 KB L2 cache supporting AMD PowerNow technology and AMD HyperTransport technology 64bit OS support Mobile AMD Sempron 3200 3500 1 6 1 8 GHz 512 KB L2 cache or Mobile AMD Sempron 3400 3600 1 8 2 0 GHz 512 KB L2 cache supporting AMD PowerNow technology and AMD HyperTransport technology 64bit OS support e ATI Radeon Xpress 1100 chipset System memory Up to 2 GB of DDR2 533 667 MHz memory upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules dual channel support 20 Display and graphics Storage subsystem Dimensions and weight Power subsystem Input devices Audio 14 1 WXGA Acer CrystalBrite TFT LCD 1280 x 800 pixel resolution supporting simultaneous multi window viewing on dual displays via Acer GridVista 14 1 WXGA TFT LCD 1280 x 800 pixel resolution supporting simultaneous multi window viewing via Acer GridVist
81. sfire 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 82 Radio device regulatory notice Note Below regulatory information is for models with wireless LAN and or Bluetooth only General This product complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use Depending on configurations this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices such as wireless LAN and or Bluetooth modules Below information is for products with such devices European Union EU R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standard e Article 3 1 a Health and Safety e EN60950 1 2001 e EN50371 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 wir
82. slot 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 cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices HDD Optical drive and even exposure risk from lithium battery pack Using electrical power This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power available consult your dealer or local power company Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not locate this product w
83. t 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 see if Acer disk to disk recovery is enabled or not 2 Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is Enabled 3 Exit the BIOS utility and save changes The system will reboot Note To activate the BIOS utility press lt F2 gt during POST 44 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 6 GB in a hidden partition on your hard disk Requesting service International
84. ter the information you need using the mouse cursor keys or keyboard 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 O O Acer Arcade Biers nice photo Up One Lewe Back Play Slide Show ges a a j E Lor ale 4 Sort By E My Pictures Up One Level 101 at night Calm Water Recent Pictures ma More Pictures ae al i i itt x Advanced Cambridge Cambridge 3 Lambricge d Cambridge 3 0000 14 Yi wW Uo myu ate Cambridge 6 Cambridge 7 Cambridge amp Cambridge 1of Goin rF rd 51 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
85. to proceed The default password is six zeros 4 In the Acer eRecovery Management window select Recovery settings and click Next 5 In the Recovery settings window select Backup snapshot image and click Next 6 Select the backup method a Use Backup to HDD to store the backup disk image on drive D b Backup to optical device to store the backup image on CD or DVD 7 After choosing the backup method click Next Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process Restore from backup You can restore backups previously created as stated in the Create backup section from hard disk CD or DVD 1 Boot to Windows XP 2 Press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt to open the Acer eRecovery Management utility 3 Enter the password to proceed The default password is six zeros 4 In the Acer eRecovery Management window select Recovery actions and click Next 5 Select the desired restore action and follow the onscreen instructions to complete the restore process Note The Restore C item is enabled only if there is a user backup stored on the hard disk D Please refer to the Create backup section 73 Create factory default image CD When the System CD and Recovery CD are not available you can create them by using this feature 1 Boot to Windows XP 2 Press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt to open the Acer eRecovery Management utility 3 Enter the password to proceed The default password is six zeros 4 Inthe Acer eRec
86. ts 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 54 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 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 conte
87. 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 Take short breaks regularly and often Perform some stretching exercises Breathe fresh air as often as possible Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy body Warning We do not recommend using the computer on a couch or bed If this is unavoidable work for only short periods take breaks regularly and do some stretching exercises Note For more information please refer to Regulations and safety notices on page 90 in the AcerSystem User s Guide xii First things first We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs Your guides To help you use your Acer notebook we have designed a set of guides Jyst 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
88. xternal 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 Empowering Technology 2 oa is Acer ePresentation Management oe O m m D O O to lt Please select a mode Notebook LOD Only Projection AGA 1024 x 766 pixels Projection Normal 800 x 600 pixels j Man acer 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 gt O Fa U D H O D z O LLI Acer eDataSecurity Management y for selected models Acer eDataSecurity Management is a handy file 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 and easy data encryption decryption and also supports on the fly file encryption for MSN Messenger and Microsoft Outlook The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you for a supervisor password and default encryption This encryption will be
89. 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 AC adapter e Spare fully charged battery pack

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