ACER ASPIRE 5520 User Manual

Aspire  
5520/5220  
Series  
User's Guide  
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Information for your safety and  
comfort  
Safety instructions  
Read these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference.  
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.  
Turning the product off before cleaning  
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid  
cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.  
CAUTION for plug as disconnecting device  
Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to  
the power supply unit:  
Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to the AC  
power outlet.  
Unplug the power cord before removing the power supply unit from the  
computer.  
If the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power from the system  
by unplugging all power cords from the power supplies.  
CAUTION for Accessibility  
Be sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible  
and located as close to the equipment operator as possible. When you need to  
disconnect power to the equipment, be sure to unplug the power cord from the  
electrical outlet.  
CAUTION for Dummy Card of PCMCIA & Express Slot  
Your computer shipped with plastic dummies installed in the PCMCIA & Express  
slot. Dummies protect unused slots from dust, metal object, or other particles.  
Save the dummy for use when no PCMCIA or Express Card is installed in the slot.  
CAUTION for Listening  
To protect your hearing, follow these instructions.  
Increase the volume gradually until you can hear clearly and comfortably.  
Do not increase the volume level after your ears have adjusted.  
Do not listen to music at high volumes for extended periods.  
Do not increase the volume to block out noisy surroundings.  
Decrease the volume if you can't hear people speaking near you.  
   
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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 where people will walk on the cord.  
If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total  
ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not  
exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total  
rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse  
rating.  
Do not overload a power outlet, strip or receptacle by plugging in too  
many devices. The overall system load must not exceed 80% of the branch  
circuit rating. If power strips are used, the load should not exceed 80% of  
the power strip's input rating.  
This product's AC adapter is equipped with a three-wire grounded plug.  
The plug only fits in a grounded power outlet. Make sure the power outlet  
is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug. Do not insert  
the plug into a non-grounded power outlet. Contact your electrician for  
details.  
Warning! The grounding pin is a safety feature. Using a power  
outlet that is not properly grounded may result in electric shock  
and/or injury.  
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Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from  
unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that  
may interfere with the performance of this product.  
Use the product only with the supplied power supply cord set. If you need  
to replace the power cord set, make sure that the new power cord meets  
the following requirements: detachable type, UL listed/CSA certified, type  
SPT-2, rated 7 A 125 V minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent, 4.6  
meters (15 feet) maximum length.  
Product servicing  
Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers  
may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing to  
qualified service personnel.  
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service  
personnel when:  
the power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed  
liquid was spilled into the product  
the product was exposed to rain or water  
the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged  
the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need  
for service  
the product does not operate normally after following the operating  
instructions  
Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating  
instructions, since improper adjustment of other controls may  
result in damage and will often require extensive work by a  
qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition.  
Guidelines for safe battery usage  
This notebook uses a Lithium-ion battery. Do not use it in a humid, wet or  
corrosive environment. Do not put, store or leave your product in or near a heat  
source, in a high temperature location, in strong direct sunlight, in a microwave  
oven or in a pressurized container, and do not expose it to temperatures over  
60°C (140°F). Failure to follow these guidelines may cause the battery to leak  
acid, become hot, explode or ignite and cause injury and/or damage. Do not  
pierce, open or disassemble the battery. If the battery leaks and you come into  
contact with the leaked fluids, rinse thoroughly with water and seek medical  
attention immediately. For safety reasons, and to prolong the lifetime of the  
battery, charging will not occur at temperatures below 0°C (32°F) or above 40°C  
(104°F).  
The full performance of a new battery is achieved only after two or three  
complete charge and discharge cycles. The battery can be charged and  
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discharged hundreds of times, but it will eventually wear out. When the  
operation time becomes noticeably shorter than normal, buy a new battery. Use  
only Acer approved batteries, and recharge your battery only with Acer  
approved chargers designated for this device.  
Use the battery only for its intended purpose. Never use any charger or battery  
that is damaged. Do not short-circuit the battery. Accidental short-circuiting can  
occur when a metallic object such as a coin, clip or pen causes direct connection  
of the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals of the battery. (These look like  
metal strips on the battery.) This might happen, for example, when you carry a  
spare battery in your pocket or purse. Short-circuiting the terminals may  
damage the battery or the connecting object.  
The capacity and lifetime of the battery will be reduced if the battery is left in  
hot or cold places, such as in a closed car in summer or winter. Always try to  
keep the battery between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). A device with a hot or  
cold battery may not work temporarily, even when the battery is fully charged.  
Battery performance is especially limited in temperatures well below freezing.  
Do not dispose of batteries in a fire as they may explode. Batteries may also  
explode if damaged. Dispose of batteries according to local regulations. Please  
recycle when possible. Do not dispose as household waste.  
Wireless devices may be susceptible to interference from the battery, which  
could affect performance.  
Potentially explosive environments  
Switch off your device 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 notebook 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,  
marked. They include below deck on boats, chemical transfer or storage  
facilities, vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such as propane or butane),  
and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles such as grain, dust or  
metal powders. Do not switch the notebook on when wireless phone use is  
prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger.  
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.  
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Telephone line safety  
Disconnect all telephone lines from the equipment when not in use and/or  
before servicing.  
To avoid the remote risk of electric shock from lightning, do not connect  
the telephone line to this equipment during lightning or thunderstorms.  
Warning! For safety reasons, do not use non-compliant parts  
when adding or changing components. Consult your reseller for  
purchase options.  
Additional safety information  
Your device and its enhancements may contain small parts. Keep them out of  
the reach of small children.  
Operating environment  
Warning! For safety reasons, turn off all wireless or radio  
transmitting devices when using your laptop under the following  
conditions. These devices may include, but are not limited to:  
wireless lan (WLAN), Bluetooth and/or 3G.  
Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area, and always  
switch off your device when its use is prohibited or when it may cause  
interference or danger. Use the device only in its normal operating positions.  
This device meets RF exposure guidelines when used normally, and it and its  
antenna are positioned at least 1.5 centimeters (5/8 inches) away from your  
body (refer to the figure below). It should not contain metal and you should  
position the device the above-stated distance from your body. To successfully  
transmit data files or messages, this device requires a good quality connection  
to the network. In some cases, transmission of data files or messages may be  
delayed until such a connection is available. Ensure that the above separation  
distance instructions are followed until the transmission is completed. Parts of  
the device are magnetic. Metallic materials may be attracted to the device, and  
persons with hearing aids should not hold the device to the ear with the  
hearing aid. Do not place credit cards or other magnetic storage media near the  
device, because information stored on them may be erased.  
Medical devices  
Operation of any radio transmitting equipment, including wireless phones, may  
interfere with the functionality of inadequately protected medical devices.  
Consult a physician or the manufacturer of the medical device to determine if  
they are adequately shielded from external RF energy or if you have any  
questions. Switch off your device in health care facilities when any regulations  
posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities  
may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF transmissions..  
     
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Pacemakers. Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation  
of 15.3 centimeters (6 inches) be maintained between wireless devices and a  
pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker. These  
recommendations are consistent with the independent research by and  
recommendations of Wireless Technology Research. Persons with pacemakers  
should do the following:  
Always keep the device more than 15.3 centimeters (6 inches) from the  
pacemaker  
Not carry the device near your pacemaker when the device is switched o. If  
you suspect interference, switch off your device, and move it.  
Hearing aids. Some digital wireless devices may interfere with some hearing  
aids. If interference occurs, consult your service provider.  
Vehicles  
RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic  
systems in motor vehicles such as electronic fuel injection systems, electronic  
antiskid (antilock) braking systems, electronic speed control systems, and air bag  
systems. For more information, check with the manufacturer, or its  
representative, of your vehicle or any equipment that has been added. Only  
qualified personnel should service the device, or install the device in a vehicle.  
Faulty installation or service may be dangerous and may invalidate any  
warranty that may apply to the device. Check regularly that all wireless  
equipment in your vehicle is mounted and operating properly. Do not store or  
carry flammable liquids, gases, or explosive materials in the same compartment  
as the device, its parts, or enhancements. For vehicles equipped with an air bag,  
remember that air bags inflate with great force. Do not place objects, including  
installed or portable wireless equipment in the area over the air bag or in the  
air bag deployment area. If in-vehicle wireless equipment is improperly  
installed, and the air bag inflates, serious injury could result. Using your device  
while flying in aircraft is prohibited. Switch off your device before boarding an  
aircraft. The use of wireless teledevices in an aircraft may be dangerous to the  
operation of the aircraft, disrupt the wireless telephone network, and may be  
illegal.  
Potentially explosive environments  
Switch off your device when in any area with a potentially explosive  
atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions. Potentially explosive  
atmospheres include areas where you would normally be advised to turn off  
your vehicle engine. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire  
resulting in bodily injury or even death. Switch off the device at refueling points  
such as near gas pumps at service stations. Observe restrictions on the use of  
radio equipment in fuel depots, storage, and distribution areas; chemical plants;  
or where blasting operations are in progress. Areas with a potentially 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.  
   
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Emergency calls  
Warning: You cannot make emergency calls through this device. To make an  
emergency call you shall dial out through your mobile phone or other  
telephone call system.  
Disposal instructions  
Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding.  
To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment,  
please recycle. For more information on the Waste from Electrical and  
Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit  
http://global.acer.com/about/sustainability.htm  
Mercury advisory  
For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display:  
Lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of  
according to local, state or federal laws. For more information, contact the  
Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org. For lamp-specific disposal  
information, check www.lamprecycle.org.  
   
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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://www.energystar.gov/powermangement.  
As an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. has determined that this product meets  
the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.  
This product has been shipped enabled for power management:  
Activate display’ Sleep mode within 15 minutes of user inactivity.  
Activate computer’s Sleep mode within 30 minutes of user inactivity.  
Wake the computer from Sleep mode by pushing power button.  
More power management settings can be done through Acer ePower  
Management.  
Tips and information for comfortable use  
Computer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use.  
Users are also at risk of physical injury after long hours of working in front of a  
computer. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress,  
inadequate working conditions, personal health and other factors greatly  
increase the risk of physical injury.  
Incorrect computer usage may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis,  
tenosynovitis or other musculoskeletal disorders. The following symptoms may  
appear in the hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, neck or back:  
numbness, or a burning or tingling sensation  
aching, soreness or tenderness  
pain, swelling or throbbing  
stiffness or tightness  
coldness or weakness  
If you have these symptoms, or any other recurring or persistent discomfort  
and/or pain related to computer use, consult a physician immediately and  
inform your company's health and safety department.  
The following section provides tips for more comfortable computer use.  
 
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Finding your comfort zone  
Find your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor, using a  
footrest, or raising your sitting height to achieve maximum comfort. Observe  
the following tips:  
refrain from staying too long in one fixed posture  
avoid slouching forward and/or leaning backward  
stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on your leg  
muscles  
take short rests to relax your neck and shoulders  
avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders  
install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within  
comfortable reach  
if you view your monitor more than your documents, place the display at  
the center of your desk to minimize neck strain  
Taking care of your vision  
Long viewing hours, wearing incorrect glasses or contact lenses, glare, excessive  
room lighting, poorly focused screens, very small typefaces and low-contrast  
displays could stress your eyes. The following sections provide suggestions on  
how to reduce eyestrain.  
Eyes  
Rest your eyes frequently.  
Give your eyes regular breaks by looking away from the monitor and  
focusing on a distant point.  
Blink frequently to keep your eyes from drying out.  
Display  
Keep your display clean.  
Keep your head at a higher level than the top edge of the display so your  
eyes point downward when looking at the middle of the display.  
Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to a comfortable level for  
enhanced text readability and graphics clarity.  
Eliminate glare and reflections by:  
placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or  
any light source  
minimizing room light by using drapes, shades or blinds  
using a task light  
changing the display's viewing angle  
using a glare-reduction filter  
using a display visor, such as a piece of cardboard extended from the  
display's top front edge  
Avoid adjusting your display to an awkward viewing angle.  
Avoid looking at bright light sources, such as open windows, for extended  
periods of time.  
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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 86 in the AcerSystem User's Guide.  
       
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To turn the power off, do any of the following:  
Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start  
Shut Down.  
then click on  
Use the power button  
You can also put the computer in sleep mode by pressing the sleep hotkey  
<Fn> + <F4>.  
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 ºC (32 ºF) or above  
50 ºC (122 ºF).  
Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields.  
Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture.  
Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer.  
Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration.  
Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt.  
Never place objects on top of the computer.  
Do not slam the computer display when you close it.  
Never place the computer on uneven surfaces.  
Taking care of your AC adapter  
Here are some ways to take care of your AC adapter:  
Do not connect the adapter to any other device.  
Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it.  
Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic.  
When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself but pull  
on the plug.  
The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not exceed  
the ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension cord. Also, the  
total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet  
should not exceed the fuse rating.  
         
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Taking care of your battery pack  
Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack:  
Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Turn the power off  
before removing or replacing batteries.  
Do not tamper with batteries. Keep them away from children.  
Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations. Recycle if possible.  
Cleaning and servicing  
When cleaning the computer, follow these steps:  
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Turn off the computer and remove the battery pack.  
Disconnect the AC adapter.  
Use a soft, moist cloth. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.  
If either of the following occurs:  
the computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged;  
the computer does not operate normally  
       
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Acer Empowering Technology  
The Empowering Technology toolbar makes it easy for you to access frequently  
used functions and manage your new Acer system. Displayed by default in the  
upper half of your screen, it provides access to the following utilities:  
Note: All of the following content is for general reference only.  
Actual product specifications may vary.  
Acer eNet Management hooks up to location-based networks intelligently.  
Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable  
power plans.  
Acer eAudio Management allows you to easily control the enhanced sound  
effects of Dolby® Home Theater™ on your system.  
Acer ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts  
display settings.  
Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and  
encryption. (for selected models)  
Acer eLock Management limits access to external storage media.  
Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data flexibly, reliably  
and completely.  
Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts  
settings easily.  
For more information, right click on the Empowering Technology toolbar, then  
select the "Help" or "Tutorial" function.  
Empowering Technology password  
Before using Acer eLock Management and Acer eRecovery Management, you  
must initialize the Empowering Technology password. Right-click on the  
Empowering Technology toolbar and select "Password Setup" to do so. If you  
have not initialized the Empowering Technology password and run Acer eLock  
Management or Acer eRecovery Management, you will be asked to create it.  
Note: If you lose the Empowering Technology password, there is  
no way to reset it except by reformatting your system. Make sure  
to remember or write down your password!  
     
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Acer eNet Management  
Acer eNet Management helps you quickly connect to both wired and wireless  
networks in a variety of locations. To access this utility, select "Acer eNet  
Management" from the Empowering Technology toolbar or run the program  
from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu. You can  
also set Acer eNet Management to start automatically when you boot up your  
PC.  
Acer eNet Management automatically detects the best settings for a new  
location, while offering you the option to manually adjust the settings to match  
your needs.  
 
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Acer eNet Management can save network settings for a location to a profile,  
and automatically switch to the appropriate profile when you move from one  
location to another. Settings stored include network connection settings (IP and  
DNS settings, wireless AP details, etc.), as well as default printer settings.  
Security and safety concerns mean that Acer eNet Management does not store  
username and password information.  
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Acer ePower Management  
Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for  
configuring your power management options. To access this utility, select "Acer  
ePower Management" from the Empowering Technology toolbar, run the  
program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu,  
or right-click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select "Acer  
ePower Management".  
Using power plans  
Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans: Balanced,  
High performance and Power saver. You can also create customized power  
plans. You can create, switch between, edit, delete and restore power plans, as  
described below.  
View and adjust settings for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking the  
appropriate tabs. You can open Windows power options by clicking "More  
Power Options".  
Note: You cannot delete the predefined power plans.  
To create a new power plan:  
Creating customized power plans allows you to save and quickly switch to a  
personalized set of power options.  
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Click the Create Power Plan icon.  
Enter a name for your new power plan.  
Choose a predefined power plan to base your customized plan on.  
If necessary, change the display and sleep settings you want your computer  
to use.  
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Click "OK" to save your new power plan.  
To switch between power plans:  
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Select the power plan you wish to switch to from the drop-down list.  
Click "Apply".  
To edit a power plan:  
Editing a power plan allows you to adjust system settings like LCD brightness  
and CPU speed. You can also turn on/off system components to extend battery  
life.  
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Switch to the power plan you wish to edit  
Adjust settings as required.  
 
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Click "Apply" to save your new settings.  
To delete a power plan:  
You cannot delete the power plan you are currently using. If you want to delete  
the active power plan, switch to another one first.  
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Select the power plan you wish to delete from the drop-down list.  
Click the Delete Power Plan icon.  
Battery status  
For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to the panel in  
the upper half of the window. Click the  
sleep and hibernate modes.  
to view estimated battery life in  
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Acer eAudio Management  
Acer eAudio Management allows you to easily control the enhanced sound  
effects of Dolby® Home Theater™ on your system. Select "Movie" or "Game"  
mode to experience the awesome realism of 5.1-channel surround sound from  
just 2 speakers, via Dolby Virtual Speaker technology. "Music" mode lets you  
enjoy your favorite tunes, in vivid detail..  
 
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Acer ePresentation Management  
Acer ePresentation Management lets you project your computer's display to an  
external display device or projector using the hotkey: <Fn> + <F5>. If auto-  
detection hardware is implemented in the system and the external display  
supports it, your system display will be automatically switched out when an  
external display is connected to the system. For projectors and external devices  
that are not auto-detected, launch Acer ePresentation Management to choose  
an appropriate display setting.  
Note: If the restored resolution is not correct after disconnecting a  
projector, or you need to use an external resolution that is not  
supported by Acer ePresentation Management, adjust your  
display settings using Display Properties or the utility provided by  
the graphics vendor.  
 
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Acer eDataSecurity Management  
selected models)  
(for  
Acer eDataSecurity Management is an encryption utility that protects your files  
from being accessed by unauthorized persons. It is conveniently integrated with  
Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick data encryption/decryption and  
also supports on-the-fly file encryption for Lotus Notes and Microsoft Outlook.  
The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you for a  
supervisor password and default encryption password. This password will be  
used to encrypt files by default, or you can choose to enter your own password  
when encrypting a file.  
Note: The password used to encrypt a file is the unique key that  
the system needs to decrypt it. If you lose the password, the  
supervisor password is the only other key capable of decrypting  
the file. If you lose both passwords, there will be no way to  
decrypt your encrypted file! Be sure to safeguard all related  
passwords!  
 
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Acer eLock Management  
Acer eLock Management is simple yet effective utility that allows you to lock  
removable storage, optical and floppy drive devices to ensure that data can't be  
stolen while your system is unattended.  
Removable Storage Devices — includes USB disk drives, USB pen drives, USB  
flash drives, USB MP3 drives, USB memory card readers, IEEE 1394 disk  
drives, and any other removable storage devices that can be mounted as a  
file system when plugged into the system.  
Optical Drive Devices — includes any kind of CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, HD-DVD  
or Blu-ray drive devices.  
Floppy Drive Devices — 3.5-inch floppy drives only.  
To use Acer eLock Management, the Empowering Technology password must  
be set first. Once set, you can apply locks to any of the devices types. Lock(s) will  
immediately be set without any reboot necessary, and will remain after  
rebooting, until removed.  
Note: If you lose the Empowering Technology password, there is  
no method to reset it except by reformatting your system. Make  
sure to remember or write down your password.  
 
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Acer eRecovery Management  
Acer eRecovery Management is a versatile backup utility. It allows you to create  
full or incremental backups, burn the factory default image to optical disc, and  
restore from previously created backups or reinstall applications and drivers. By  
default, user-created backups are stored to the D:\ drive.  
Acer eRecovery Management provides you with:  
Password protection (Empowering Technology password)  
Full and incremental backups to hard disk or optical disc  
Creation of backups:  
Factory default image  
User backup image  
Current system configuration  
Application backup  
Restore and recovery:  
Factory default image  
User backup image  
From previously-created CD/DVD  
Reinstall applications/drivers  
 
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For more information, please refer to "Acer eRecovery Management" on page  
82 in the AcerSystem User's Guide.  
Note: If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or  
System CD, please use Acer eRecovery Management's "System  
backup to optical disc" feature to burn a backup image to CD or  
DVD. To ensure the best results when recovering your system  
using a CD or Acer eRecovery Management, detach all peripherals  
(except the external Acer ODD, if your computer has one),  
including your Acer ezDock.  
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Acer eSettings Management  
Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications, set  
BIOS passwords and modify boot options.  
Acer eSettings Management also:  
Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigation.  
Prints and saves hardware specifications.  
Lets you set an asset tag for your system.  
 
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Windows Mobility Center  
The Windows Mobility Center collects key mobile-related system settings in one  
easy-to-find place, so you can quickly configure your Acer system to fit the  
situation as you change locations, networks or activities. Settings include display  
brightness, power plan, volume, wireless networking on/off, external display  
settings, display orientation and synchronization status.  
Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like Bluetooth Add  
Device (if applicable), sharing folders overview/sharing service on or off, and a  
shortcut to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities.  
To launch Windows Mobility Center:  
Use the shortcut key <  
> + <X>  
Start Windows Mobility Center from the Control panel  
Start Windows Mobility Center from the Accessories program group in the  
Start menu  
 
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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.  
Top view  
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1
2
ICON Item  
Microphone  
Acer Crystal Eye  
Description  
Internal microphone for sound recording.  
Web camera for video communication.  
(for selected models)  
       
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3
ICON Item  
Display screen  
Description  
Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD),  
displays computer output.  
4
5
Power button  
Turns the computer on and off.  
Easy-launch  
buttons  
Buttons for launching frequently used  
programs.  
more details.  
6
Speakers  
Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio  
output.  
7
8
Keyboard  
Palmrest  
For entering data into your computer.  
Comfortable support area for your hands  
when you use the computer.  
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Touchpad  
Touch-sensitive pointing device which  
functions like a computer mouse.  
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Click buttons (left, The left and right buttons function like the  
center and right)  
left and right mouse buttons; the center  
button serves as a 4-way scroll button.  
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Status indicators  
Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up  
to show the status of the computer's  
on page 25 for more details.  
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13  
Empowering key  
Acer Arcade  
Lanuch Acer Empowering Technology  
For use with Acer Arcade media playing  
program.  
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Status indicators  
Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up  
to show the status of the computer's  
on page 25 for more details.  
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Closed front view  
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1
Icon  
Item  
Description  
Line-in jack  
Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g.,  
audio CD player, stereo walkman).  
2
3
Microphone-in jack  
Accepts input from external  
microphones.  
Headphones/speaker/ Connects to audio line-out devices  
line-out jack with  
S/PDIF support  
(e.g., speakers, headphones).  
4
5
Latch  
Locks and releases the lid.  
CIR receiver  
Receives signals from a remote control.  
   
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Left view  
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1
Icon  
Item  
Description  
Kensington lock  
slot  
Connects to a Kensington-compatible  
computer security lock.  
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
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External display  
(VGA) port  
Connects to a display device  
(e.g., external monitor, LCD projector).  
DVI-D  
DVI-D port  
Connects to a display device with DVI-D  
input. (for selected models)  
Ethernet (RJ-45)  
port  
Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-  
based network.  
2 USB 2.0 ports  
Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB  
mouse, USB camera).  
S-video/TV-out  
(NTSC/PAL) port  
Connects to a television or display device  
with S-video input.  
4-pin IEEE 1394  
port  
Connects to IEEE 1394 devices.  
Unlimitedvolume Adjust the volume of the audio-out.  
control wheel  
5-in-1 card reader Accepts Secure Digital (SD),  
MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick  
(MS), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xD-  
Picture Card (xD).  
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ExpressCard/54  
slot  
Accepts one ExpressCard/54 module.  
     
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Right view  
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1
Icon  
Item  
Description  
2 USB 2.0 ports  
Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse,  
USB camera).  
2
3
4
5
6
7
AV-in port  
Accepts input signals from audio/video (AV)  
devices (for selected models).  
Optical drive  
Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs  
(slot-load or tray-load depending on model).  
Optical disk  
access indicator  
Lights up when the optical drive is active.  
Optical drive  
eject button  
Ejects the optical disk from the drive.  
Emergency  
eject hole  
Ejects the optical drive tray when the  
computer is turned off.  
Modem (RJ-11)  
port  
Connects to a phone line.  
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RF-in jack  
Accepts input signals from digital TV-tuner  
devices (for selected models).  
Rear view  
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1
Icon Item  
DC-in jack  
Description  
Connects to an AC adapter.  
2
Ventilation slots  
Enable the computer to stay cool, even after  
prolonged use.  
       
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Base view  
#
1
Icon Item  
Battery bay  
Description  
Houses the computer's battery pack.  
2
3
Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal.  
Battery lock  
Locks the battery in position.  
4
5
Memory  
compartment  
Houses the computer's main memory.  
Hard disk bay  
Houses the computer's hard disk (secured  
with screws).  
6
Ventilation slots and Enable the computer to stay cool, even after  
cooling fan  
prolonged use.  
Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening  
of the fan.  
 
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Specifications  
Operating  
system  
Windows VistaUltimate  
Windows VistaHome Premium  
Windows VistaHome Basic  
Windows VistaStarter  
AMD Better By Design program, featuring:  
Platform  
AMD Turion64 X2 dual-core mobile technology TL-68/TL-66 / TL-  
64 / TL-60 / TL-58 / TL-56 / TL-52 (2x512 KB L2 cache, 2.4/2.3/ 2.2/  
2.0/1.9/1.8/1.6 GHz, supporting AMD HyperTransport® technology  
(for selected models)  
AMD Athlon64 X2 Mobile Technology TK-53/TK-55/TK-57 (1.70/  
1.80/1.90 GHz, 2x 256 KB L2 cache), supporting AMD PowerNow!™  
technology and AMD HyperTransporttechnology (for selected  
models)  
AMD Turion64 Mobile Technology MK-36/MK-38 (2/2.20 GHz,  
512 KB L2 cache), supporting AMD PowerNow!technology and  
AMD HyperTransporttechnology (for selected models)  
Mobile AMD Sempron3500+ (1.80 GHz, 512 KB L2 cache),  
3600+/3800+ (2/2.20 GHz, 256 KB L2 cache) (for selected models)  
NVIDIA nForce® 610M (MCP67-MV)  
Acer InviLink802.11b/g Wi-Fi CERTIFIED® solution, supporting  
Acer SignalUpwireless technology  
Up to 2 GB of DDR2 667 MHz memory, upgradeable to 4 GB using two  
soDIMM modules (dual-channel support)  
System memory  
TV-tuner  
Acer TV-tuner options: (for selected models)  
Digital TV-tuner supporting DVB-T (Digital Video Broadcasting  
Terrestrial) standard (6 MHz to 8 MHz)  
TV-tuner I/O:  
RF jack for digital/analog TV antenna cable input  
TV-tuner cables:  
PAL cable for digital TV input, PAL/SECAM to NTSC port  
converter  
Acer DVB-T antenna (UHF/VHF reception) supporting Acer SignalUp™  
wireless technology  
15.4" WXGA high-brightness (220-nits) Acer CrystalBriteTFT LCD, 1280  
x 800 pixel resolution, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing  
via Acer GridVista™  
8 ms response time  
Display  
 
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Graphics  
NVIDIA® GeForce® 9300M GS with up to 2047 MB of  
TurboCache(256 MB of dedicated GDDR2 VRAM, up to 1791 MB  
of shared system memory), supporting NVIDIA® PureVideoHD  
technology, OpenEXR High Dynamic-Range (HDR) technology,  
Shader Model 4.0, Microsoft® DirectX® 10 (for selected models)  
NVIDIA GeForce® 8400M G with up to 1024MB of TurbocacheTM  
(256MB of dedicated GDDR2 VRAM, up to 768MB of share system  
memory), supporting Microsoft DirectX 9 and DirectX 10, and PCI  
Express® (for selected models)  
NVIDIA GeForce® 8600M GS with up to 1280MB of TurboCacheTM  
technology (512MB of dedicated GDDR2 VRAM, 768MB of share  
system memory), Microsoft DirectX 9 and DirectX 10 support, PCI  
Express®  
NVIDIA GeForce® 7000M with up to 896MB of TurbocacheTM  
(256MB of dedicated system memory, up to 640MB of share  
system memory), Microsoft DirectX 9 and PCI Express (for selected  
models)  
Dual independent display support  
16.7 million colors (for selected models)  
MPEG-2/DVD hardware-assisted capability (full decode) (for  
selected models)  
WMV9 (VC-1) and H.264 (AVC) support (full decode) (for selected  
models)  
S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) support  
DVI-D (true digital video interface) with High-bandwidth Digital  
Content Protection (HDCP) support (for selected models)  
Acer Arcadefeaturing Acer CinemaVisionand Acer  
ClearVisiontechnologies  
Storage  
subsystem  
80/120/160/200/250 GB or larger hard disk drive  
Optical drive options:  
Blu-ray Discdrive (for selected models)  
HD-DVD drive (for selected models)  
DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive (for selected models)  
DVD/CD-RW combo drive (for selected models)  
5-in-1 card reader, supporting Secure Digital (SD),  
MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick® (MS), Memory Stick PRO™  
(MS PRO), xD-Picture Card(xD)  
Audio  
Dolby®-certified surround sound system with two built-in stereo  
speakers  
Dolby® Home Theater audio enhancement featuring Dolby®  
Digital, Dolby® Digital Live, Dolby® PRO LOGIC® II, Dolby® Digital  
Stereo Creator, Dolby® Headphone and Dolby® Virtual Speaker  
technologies  
High Definition Audio support  
S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) support for digital speakers  
MS-Sound compatible  
Built-in microphone  
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Acer Video Conference, featuring:  
Communication  
Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam, supporting Acer  
PrimaLitetechnology (for selected models)  
Acer Xpress VoIP phone (for selected models)  
WLAN: Acer InviLink802.11b/g Wi-Fi CERTIFIED® network  
connection, supporting Acer SignalUpwireless technology  
WPAN: Bluetooth® 2.0+EDR (Enhanced Data Rate)  
(for selected models)  
LAN: Gigabit Ethernet; Wake-on-LAN ready  
Modem: 56K ITU V.92 with PTT approval;  
Wake-on-Ring ready  
Dimensions  
and weight  
366 (W) x 274 (D) x 33.6/42.6 (H) mm  
(14.4 x 10.8 x 1.3/1.7 inches)  
2.75 kg (6.06 lbs.) with 6-cell battery  
Power  
subsystem  
ACPI 3.0 CPU power management standard: supports Standby and  
Hibernation power-saving modes  
71 W 4800 mAh Li-ion battery pack (8-cell)  
44.4 W 4000 mAh Li-ion battery pack (6-cell)  
3-pin 65 W AC adaptor (for selected models)  
2.5-hour rapid charge system-off  
3.5-hour charge-in-use  
3-pin 90 W AC adapter supporting Acer QuicChargetechnology:  
(for selected models)  
80% charge in 1 hour  
2-hour rapid charge system-off  
3-hour charge-in-use  
Special keys and  
controls  
88-/89-/93-key keyboard, with inverted "T" cursor layout; 2.5 mm  
(minimum) key travel  
Seamless touchpad with 4-way scroll button  
12 function keys, four cursor keys, two Windows® keys, hotkey  
controls, embedded numeric keypad, international language  
support, independent US and Euro dollar sign keys, media control  
keys  
Four media control keys: play/pause, stop, next, previous  
Empowering Key  
Easy-launch buttons: WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth, Acer  
Arcade™  
Volume wheel  
I/O interface  
ExpressCard/54 slot  
5-in-1 card reader (SD/MMC/MS/MS PRO/xD)  
Four USB 2.0 ports  
DVI-D port with HDCP support (for selected models)  
IEEE 1394 port  
Consumer infrared (CIR) port  
External display (VGA) port  
S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) port  
RF-in jack (for selected models)  
AV-in port (for selected models)  
Headphones/speaker/line-out port with S/PDIF support  
Microphone-in jack  
Line-in jack  
Ethernet (RJ-45) port  
Modem (RJ-11) port  
DC-in jack for AC adapter  
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Options and  
accessories  
Acer Xpress VoIP phone featuring Acer Video Conference  
Manager  
Acer Media Center remote control  
512 MB, 1 or 2GB DDR2 667 MHz soDIMM modules  
8-cell Li-ion battery pack  
3-pin 90 W AC adapter  
External USB floppy disk drive  
Software  
Acer Empowering Technology (Acer eNet, ePower, eAudio ,  
ePresentation, eDataSecurity (for selected models), eLock,  
eRecovery, eSettings Management)  
Acer Arcadefeaturing Cinema, Video, Album, Music, Acer  
HomeMedia  
Acer Arcade Deluxefeaturing DV Wizard, SportsCap,  
VideoMagician, DVDivine and Acer HomeMedia  
Acer Crystal Eye  
Acer GridVista™  
Acer GameZone™  
Acer Launch Manager  
Acer Video Conference Manager  
Adobe® Reader®  
CyberLink® PowerProducer®  
NTI CD-Maker™  
Microsoft Works 8.5 with Office Home and Student 2007 Trial  
Note: Software listed above is for reference only. The  
exact configuration of your PC depends on the model  
purchased.  
Environment  
Temperature:  
Operating: 5 °C to 35 °C  
Non-operating: -20 °C to 65 °C  
Humidity (non-condensing):  
Operating: 20% to 80%  
Non-operating: 20% to 80%  
System  
compliance  
Wi-Fi®  
ACPI  
Mobile PC 2002  
DMI 2.0  
One-year International Travelers Warranty (ITW)  
Warranty  
Note: The specifications listed above are for reference only. The  
exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased.  
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Indicators  
The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators.  
The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed  
up.  
Icon  
Function  
Power  
Description  
Indicates the computer's power status.  
Battery  
Indicates the computer's batttery status.  
HDD  
Indicates when the hard disk drive is active.  
Lights up when Num Lock is activated.  
Lights up when Caps Lock is activated.  
Num Lock  
Caps Lock  
1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging.  
2. Fully charged: The light shows green when in AC mode.  
             
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Easy-launch buttons  
Located beside the keyboard are application buttons. These buttons are called  
easy-launch buttons. They are: Empowering Key, WLAN, Internet, email,  
Bluetooth, TV (optional) and Acer Arcade.  
Press  
to run the Acer Empowering Technology. Please see "Acer  
Empowering Technology" on page 1. The mail and Web browser buttons are  
pre-set to email and Internet programs, but can be reset by users. To set the  
Web browser, mail and programmable buttons, run the Acer Launch Manager.  
Icon  
Function  
Description  
Empowering Technology Launch Acer Empowering Technology.  
(user-programmable)  
Wireless communication  
button/indicator  
Enables/disables the wireless function. Indicates the  
status of wireless LAN communication.  
Web browser  
Mail  
Internet browser (user-Programmable)  
Email application (user-Programmable)  
Bluetooth  
communication button/  
indicator  
Enables/disables the Bluetooth function. Indicates  
the status of Bluetooth communication.  
Acer Arcade  
Launch Acer Arcade utility  
     
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Touchpad  
The built-in seamless touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its  
surface. This means the cursor responds as you move your finger across the  
surface of the touchpad. The central location on the palmrest provides  
optimum comfort and support.  
Touchpad basics  
The following items show you how to use the touchpad:  
Move your finger across the touchpad (2) to move the cursor.  
       
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Press the left (1) and right (4) buttons located beneath the touchpad to  
perform selection and execution functions. These two buttons are similar  
to the left and right buttons on a mouse. Tapping on the touchpad is the  
same as clicking the left button.  
Use the 4-way scroll (3) button to scroll up or down and move left or right  
a page. This button mimics your cursor pressing on the right scroll bar of  
Windows applications.  
Right  
button (4)  
Center  
button (3)  
Function Left button (1)  
Main touchpad (2)  
Execute  
Quickly click  
twice.  
Tap twice (at the same  
speed as double-clicking  
a mouse button).  
Select  
Drag  
Click once.  
Tap once.  
Click and hold,  
then use  
finger on the  
touchpad to  
drag the  
Tap twice (at the same  
speed as double-clicking  
a mouse button); rest  
your finger on the  
touchpad on the second  
tap and drag the cursor.  
cursor.  
Access  
context  
menu  
Click  
once.  
Scroll  
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.  
 
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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.  
Lock key  
Description  
When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are  
in uppercase.  
Caps Lock  
When Num Lock is on, the embedded keypad is in numeric mode. The  
keys function as a calculator (complete with the arithmetic operators  
+, -, *, and /). Use this mode when you need to do a lot of numeric  
data entry. A better solution would be to connect an external keypad.  
Num Lock  
<Fn> + <F11>  
When Scroll Lock is on, the screen moves one line up or down when  
you press the up or down arrow keys respectively. Scroll Lock does not  
work with some applications.  
Scroll Lock  
<Fn> + <F12>  
The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is  
indicated by small characters located on the upper right corner of the keycaps.  
To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are not printed on  
the keys.  
Desired access  
Num Lock on  
Num Lock off  
Type numbers in a normal  
manner.  
Number keys on  
embedded keypad  
Hold <Shift> while using cursor-  
control keys.  
Hold <Fn> while using  
cursor-control keys.  
Cursor-control keys  
on embedded keypad  
Hold <Fn> while typing letters on Type the letters in a  
embedded keypad. normal manner.  
Main keyboard keys  
                 
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Windows keys  
The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.  
Key  
Description  
Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the  
Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu.  
It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of  
functions:  
Windows key  
<
<
<
<
<
<
> : Open or close the Start menu  
> + <D>: Display the desktop  
> + <E>: Open Windows Explore  
> + <F>: Search for a file or folder  
> + <G>: Cycle through Sidebar gadgets  
> + <L>: Lock your computer (if you are connected to a  
network domain), or switch users (if you're not connected to a  
network domain)  
<
<
<
<
<
<
<
> + <M>: Minimizes all windows  
> + <R>: Open the Run dialog box  
> + <T>: Cycle through programs on the taskbar  
> + <U>: Open Ease of Access Center  
> + <X>: Open Windows Mobility Center  
> + <BREAK>: Display the System Properties dialog box  
> + <SHIFT+M>: Restore minimized windows to the  
desktop  
<
> + <TAB>: Cycle through programs on the taskbar by  
using Windows Flip 3-D  
<
> + <SPACEBAR>: Bring all gadgets to the front and select  
Windows Sidebar  
<CTRL> + <  
network)  
> + <F>: Search for computers (if you are on a  
> + <TAB>: Use the arrow keys to cycle through  
<CTRL> + <  
programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D  
Note: Depending on your edition of Windows  
Vista, some shortcuts may not function as  
described.  
This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button;  
it opens the application's context menu.  
Application  
key  
   
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Hotkeys  
The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the  
computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility.  
To activate hotkeys, press and hold the <Fn> key before pressing the other key  
in the hotkey combination.  
Hotkey  
Icon  
Function  
Description  
Hotkey help  
Displays help on hotkeys.  
<Fn> + <F1>  
Acer eSettings  
Launches Acer eSettings in Acer  
Empowering Technology. See "Acer  
<Fn> + <F2>  
<Fn> + <F3>  
Acer ePower  
Management  
Launches Acer ePower Management in  
Acer Empowering Technology. See "Acer  
Sleep  
Puts the computer in Sleep mode.  
<Fn> + <F4>  
<Fn> + <F5>  
Display toggle  
Switches display output between the  
display screen, external monitor (if  
connected) and both.  
Screen blank  
Turns the display screen backlight off to  
save power. Press any key to return.  
<Fn> + <F6>  
Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off.  
<Fn> + <F7>  
<Fn> + <F8>  
<Fn> + <>  
Speaker toggle  
Brightness up  
Turns the speakers on and off.  
Increases the screen brightness.  
Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness.  
<Fn> + <  
>
               
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Special keys  
You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center  
and/or bottom-right of your keyboard.  
The Euro symbol  
1
2
Open a text editor or word processor.  
Either press <  
> at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold <Alt Gr>  
and then press the <5> key at the upper-center of the keyboard.  
Note: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol.  
Please refer to www.microsoft.com/typography/faq/faq12.htm for  
more information.  
The US dollar sign  
1
2
Open a text editor or word processor.  
Either press <  
> at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold <Shift>  
and then press the <4> key at the upper-center of the keyboard.  
Note: This function varies according to the language settings.  
   
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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. Some keyless models are also available.  
     
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Audio  
The computer comes with 32-bit High-Definition audio, and Dolby®  
certified surround sound system with two built-in stereo speakers.  
Adjusting the volume  
Adjusting the volume on the computer is as easy as scrolling unlimited volume  
control wheel on the front panel.  
       
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Using Dolby Home Theater for  
surround/multi-channel sound  
Your Acer notebook comes with the Dolby® Home Theater audio enhancement  
featuring Dolby® PRO LOGIC II, Dolby® Digital Live, Dolby® Headphone, Dolby®  
Virtual Speaker technologies to give you high-quality digital surround sound for  
enjoying movies, games and music in a realistic, multi-channel audio  
environment.  
Dolby Pro Logic II  
Dolby Pro Logic II transforms any stereo signal into five-channel, full-range  
surround sound.  
Dolby Digital Live  
Found in PC and console-based video game applications, Dolby Digital Live  
converts any stereo or multichannel audio signal to a Dolby Digital format for a  
dramatic, real-time audio experience and simple (one plug) connection to an A/  
V receiver for playback.  
Dolby Headphone  
Dolby Headphone offers realistic surround sound from any pair of headphones.  
It’s perfect for late night listening.  
Dolby Virtual Speaker  
Surround yourself with sound, not speakers. Dolby Virtual Speaker delivers a  
5.1-channel surround sound listening experience from just two speakers.  
Set playback as digital output  
To set up surround sound, select the Playback Devices by right-clicking the  
Volume Mixer icon in the sysetm tray of your Windows system.  
   
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The Playback Devices dialog box will pop up. There are three tabs: Playback,  
Recording and Sounds. Click the Playback tab, and then select Realtek Digital  
Output and click Set Default to set the digital output.  
For enjoying movies, games and music in a realistic, multi-channel  
audio environment, please see Acer eAudio Management.  
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Using the system utilities  
Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible)  
Note: This feature is only available on certain models.  
To enable the dual display feature of your notebook, first ensure that a second  
display is connected, then, open the Display Settings properties box using the  
Control Panel or by right-clicking the Windows desktop and selecting  
Personalize. Select the secondary monitor (2) icon in the display box and then  
click the check box Extend the desktop onto this monitor. Finally, click Apply to  
confirm the new settings and click OK to complete the process.  
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:  
2
3
3
4
1
2
1
2
3
1
2
1
Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad  
Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be  
partitioned independently.  
Acer GridVista is simple to set up:  
     
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1
Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each  
display from the taskbar.  
2
3
Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid.  
Enjoy the convenience of a well-organized desktop.  
Note: Please ensure that the resolution setting of your second  
monitor is set to the manufacturer's recommended value.  
Launch Manager  
Launch Manager allows you to set the four easy-launch buttons located above  
the keyboard. "Easy-launch buttons" on page 26 for the location of the easy-  
launch buttons.  
You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start, All Programs, and then  
Launch Manager to start the application.  
   
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Frequently asked questions  
The following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of  
your computer. Easy solutions are provided for each one.  
I turned on the power, but the computer does not start or  
boot up.  
Look at the power indicator:  
If it is not lit, no power is being supplied to the computer. Check the  
following:  
If you are using on the battery, it may be low and unable to power  
the computer. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack.  
Make sure that the AC adapter is properly plugged into the computer  
and to the power outlet.  
If it is lit, check the following:  
Is a non-bootable (non-system) disk in the external USB floppy drive?  
Remove or replace it with a system disk and press <Ctrl> + <Alt> +  
<Del> to restart the system.  
Nothing appears on the screen.  
The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to  
save power. Press any key to turn the display back on.  
If pressing a key does not turn the display back on, three things might be  
the cause:  
The brightness level might be too low. Press <Fn> + <> (increase) to  
adjust the brightness level.  
The display device might be set to an external monitor. Press the display  
toggle hotkey <Fn> + <F5> 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.  
No audio is heard from the computer.  
Check the following:  
The volume may be muted. In Windows, look at the volume control  
(speaker) icon on the taskbar. If it is crossed-out, click on the icon and  
deselect the Mute all option.  
The volume level may be too low. In Windows, look at the volume control  
icon on the taskbar. You can also use the unlimited volume control wheel  
to adjust the volume. See "Left view" on page 18 for more detail.  
           
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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 USB port on the computer. If it works,  
contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard  
cable may be loose.  
The printer does not work.  
Check the following:  
Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is  
turned on.  
Make sure that the printer cable is connected securely to the computer's  
parallel port or a USB port and the corresponding port on the printer.  
I want to set up my location to use the internal modem.  
To properly use your communication software, you need to set up your  
location:  
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2
3
Click on Start, Control Panel.  
Double-click on Phone and Modem Options.  
Begin setting up your location.  
Refer to the Windows manual.  
Note: Please note, on first booting your notebook, that you can  
skip the Internet Connection setup, as it is not necessary to  
complete the installation of your Operating System. After the  
Operating System is set up, you can proceed with the Internet  
Connection setup.  
I want to restore my computer to its original settings without  
       
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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.  
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2
3
Check to see if Acer disk-to-disk recovery is enabled or not.  
Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is Enabled.  
Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. The system will reboot.  
Note: To activate the BIOS utility, press <F2> during POST.  
To start the recovery process:  
1
2
Restart the system.  
While the Acer logo is showing, press <Alt> + <F10> at the same time to  
enter the recovery process.  
3
Refer to the onscreen instructions to perform system recovery.  
Important! This feature occupies 10 GB in a hidden partition on  
your hard disk.  
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Requesting service  
International Travelers Warranty (ITW)  
Your computer is backed by an International Travelers Warranty (ITW) that  
gives you security and peace of mind when traveling. Our worldwide network  
of service centers are there to give you a helping hand.  
An ITW passport comes with your computer. This passport contains all you need  
to know about the ITW program. A list of available, authorized service centers is  
in this handy booklet. Read this passport thoroughly.  
Always have your ITW passport on hand, especially when you travel, to receive  
the benefits from our support centers. Place your proof-of-purchase in the flap  
located inside the front cover of the ITW passport.  
If the country you are traveling in does not have an Acer-authorized ITW service  
site, you can still get in contact with our offices worldwide. Please consult  
http://global.acer.com.  
Before you call  
Please have the following information available when you call Acer for online  
service, and please be at your computer when you call. With your support, we  
can reduce the amount of time a call takes and help solve your problems  
efficiently. If there are error messages or beeps reported by your computer,  
write them down as they appear on the screen (or the number and sequence in  
the case of beeps).  
You are required to provide the following information:  
Name: _____________________________________________  
Address: ___________________________________________  
Telephone number: _________________________________  
Machine and model type: ____________________________  
Serial number: ______________________________________  
Date of purchase: ___________________________________  
         
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Battery pack  
The computer uses a battery pack that gives you long use between  
charges.  
Battery pack characteristics  
The battery pack has the following characteristics:  
Employs current battery technology standards.  
Delivers a battery-low warning.  
The battery is recharged whenever you connect the computer to the  
AC adapter. Your computer supports charge-in-use, enabling you to  
recharge the battery while you continue to operate the computer.  
However, recharging with the computer turned off results in a  
significantly faster charge time.  
The battery will come in handy when you travel or during a power  
failure. It is advisable to have an extra fully charged battery pack  
available as backup. Contact your dealer for details on ordering a spare  
battery pack.  
Maximizing the battery's life  
Like all other batteries, your computer's battery will degrade over  
time. This means that the battery's performance will diminish with  
time and use. To maximize your battery's life, you are advised to  
adhere to the recommendations set out below.  
Conditioning a new battery pack  
Before you use a battery pack for the first time, there is a  
"conditioning" process that you should follow:  
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2
3
4
5
6
Insert the new battery without turning the computer on.  
Connect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery.  
Disconnect the AC adapter.  
Turn on the computer and operate using battery power.  
Fully deplete the battery until the battery-low warning appears.  
Reconnect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery again.  
           
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Follow these steps again until the battery has been charged and  
discharged three times.  
Use this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't  
been used for a long time. If the computer is to be stored for more  
than two weeks, you are advised to remove the battery pack from the  
unit.  
Warning: Do not expose battery packs to temperatures below 0°C  
(32°F) or above 45°C (113°F). Extreme temperatures may adversely  
affect the battery pack.  
By following the battery conditioning process you condition your  
battery to accept the maximum possible charge. Failure to follow this  
procedure will prevent you from obtaining the maximum battery  
charge, and will also shorten the effective lifespan of the battery.  
In addition, the useful lifespan of the battery is adversely affected by  
the following usage patterns:  
Using the computer on constant AC power with the battery  
inserted. If you want to use constant AC power, you are advised to  
remove the battery pack after it is fully charged.  
Not discharging and recharging the battery to its extremes, as  
described above.  
Frequent use; the more you use the battery, the faster it will reach  
the end of its effective life. A standard computer battery has a life  
span of about 300 charges.  
Installing and removing the battery pack  
Important! Before removing the battery from the unit, connect  
the AC adapter if you want to continue using your computer.  
Otherwise, turn off the computer first.  
To install a battery pack:  
1
Align the battery with the open battery bay; make sure that the  
end with the contacts will enter first, and that the top surface of  
the battery is facing up.  
2
Slide the battery into the battery bay and gently push until the  
battery locks in place.  
   
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To remove a battery pack:  
1
2
Slide the battery release latch to release the battery.  
Pull the battery from the battery bay.  
Charging the battery  
To charge the battery, first make sure that it is correctly installed in the  
battery bay. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and connect to a  
mains power outlet. You can continue to operate your computer on AC  
power while your battery is charging. However, charging the battery  
with the computer turned off results in a significantly faster charge  
time.  
Note: You are advised to charge the battery before retiring for  
the day. Charging the battery overnight before traveling enables  
you to start the next day with a fully charged battery.  
Checking the battery level  
The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. Rest the  
cursor over the battery/power icon on the taskbar to see the battery's  
present charge level.  
Optimising battery life  
Optimizing battery life helps you get the most out of battery  
operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving  
recharging efficiency. You are advised to follow the suggestions set  
out below:  
Purchase an extra battery pack.  
Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for on-the-go  
use.  
Eject a PC Card if it is not being used, as it will continue to draw  
power (for selected model).  
Store the battery pack in a cool, dry place. The recommended  
temperature is 10°C (50°F) to 30°C (86°F). Higher temperatures  
cause the battery to self-discharge faster.  
Excessive recharging decreases the battery life.  
Look after your AC adapter and battery.  
               
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Battery-low warning  
When using battery power pay attention to the Windows power  
meter.  
Warning: Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible after the  
battery-low warning appears. Data will be lost if the battery to  
become fully depleted and the computer shuts down.  
When the battery-low warning appears, the recommended course of  
action depends on your situation:  
Situation  
Recommended Action  
The AC adapter  
and a power  
outlet are  
1. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and then  
connect to the mains power supply.  
2. Save all necessary files.  
available.  
3. Resume work.  
Turn off the computer if you want to recharge the  
battery rapidly.  
An extra fully  
charged battery  
pack is available.  
1. Save all necessary files.  
2. Close all applications.  
3. Shut down the operating system to turn off the  
computer.  
4. Replace the battery pack.  
5. Turn on the computer and resume work.  
The AC adapter or  
a power outlet is  
unavailable. You  
have no spare  
1. Save all necessary files.  
2. Close all applications.  
3. Shut down the operating system to turn off the  
computer.  
battery pack.  
     
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Acer Arcade (for selected models)  
Acer Arcade is an integrated player for music, photos, TV, DVD movies and  
videos. It can be operated using your pointing device or remote control.  
To watch or listen, click or select a content button (e.g., Music, Video, etc.)  
on the Arcade home page.  
Music — listen to music files in a variety of formats  
TV — watch and record digital or analog TV programs (for selected  
models)  
Cinema — watch DVDs or VCDs  
Video — watch video clips  
Album — view photos stored on your hard disk or removable media  
Note: While watching videos, DVDs or slide shows, your  
screensaver and power-saving features are unavailable.  
 
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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  
.
Settings  
There are settings in Acer Arcade that allow you to fine-tune its performance to  
suit your machine and your personal preferences. To access Settings, click on  
this icon  
located on the upper-right hand corner of the main page.  
Click Acer Arcade Help for comprehensive help on each Arcade mode.  
In Display Settings:  
Use the "Screen Ratio" option to choose between standard (4:3) or  
widescreen (16:9) display when watching movies.  
The "4:3 Movie Display Type" option allows you to select between  
"CinemaVision" or "Letterbox" mode.  
Acer CinemaVisionis a nonlinear video stretching technology that  
produces minimal distortion in the center of the picture.  
The Letterbox option displays widescreen movie content in its original  
aspect ratio and adds black bars at the top and bottom of the screen.  
"Color profile" allows you to choose between "Original" or "ClearVision."  
Acer ClearVisionis 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.  
   
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In Audio Settings:  
Use "Speaker Environment" to choose between "Headphones," "SPDIF," "2" or  
more speakers depending on your audio equipment.  
"Output Mode" should be set to "Stereo" if you are listening to speakers,  
"Dolby Surround," or "Virtual Surround Sound" if you are using headphones.  
Note: If your speakers are not capable of outputting  
low-frequency signals, it is recommended that you do not select  
Virtual Surround Sound, in order to avoid damaging your  
speakers.  
Click Run Setup Wizard to change your original startup settings.  
Click About Acer Arcade to open a page with version and copyright  
information.  
Click Restore Default Settings to return the Acer Arcade settings to their  
default values.  
Arcade controls  
When watching video clips, movies or slide shows at full screen, two pop-up  
control panels are shown when you move the pointer. They automatically  
disappear after several seconds. The "Navigation Controls" panel appears at the  
top and the "Player Controls" panel appears at the bottom of the screen.  
Navigation controls  
To return to the Arcade home page, click the Home button in the upper-left  
corner of the 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).  
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.  
     
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Virtual keyboard  
Whenever you are required to enter search information, or name a file, DVD or  
folder, you can use the onscreen virtual keyboard. You can quickly enter the  
information you need using the mouse, cursor keys or keyboard.  
Background mode  
With Acer Arcade you can continue listening to music 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.  
   
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Cinema  
If your computer came with a DVD drive, you can play movies from DVDs and  
video CDs (VCDs) with the Cinema function of Acer Arcade. This player has the  
features and controls of a typical DVD player.  
When you insert a disk into the DVD drive, the movie begins playing  
automatically. To control the movie, the pop-up player control panel appears at  
the bottom of the window when you move the pointer.  
If more than one optical drive contains a playable disk, click the Cinema button  
on the Home page to open the Cinema content page, then select the disk you'd  
like to watch from the list on the right.  
When viewing DVDs, the following special controls are added to the pop-up  
panel:  
DVD Menu  
Subtitles  
Language  
Snapshot  
Angle  
The disk currently playing will be shown in the area above the list of drives. This  
page is also displayed when you press the Stop button during a movie. The  
buttons on the left side allow you to resume the movie from the point it was  
stopped, restart the movie from the beginning, jump to the DVD menu, eject  
the disk, or go to the "DVD Settings" page.  
Settings  
To access the settings for Cinema, first click the "Settings" button on the main  
menu, and then click on Cinema. This allows you to change "Video" and  
"Language"settings.  
The "Settings" control the audio and subtitle output of DVDs.  
"Subtitles" selects the default subtitle language for DVDs when available. The  
factory setting is "Off."  
"Closed Captions" turns on the closed captions on DVDs. This function displays  
captions 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.  
   
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Album  
Acer Arcade lets you view digital photos individually or as a slide show, from  
any available drive on your computer. Click the Album button on the Arcade  
Home page to show the Album main page.  
The content area on the right shows both individual pictures and folders.  
Click on a folder to open it.  
To view a slide show, open the folder containing the pictures you wish to view,  
then click Play Slide Show. The slide show is played at full screen. Use the  
pop-up control panel to control the slide show.  
You can also view a single picture by clicking on it. This opens the picture at  
full screen.  
You can then use the onscreen player controls to zoom in and out, and to pan  
in four directions.  
Editing Pictures  
Choose "Edit," and you can "Rotate," "Remove Red Eye," and "Auto Fix"  
(optimize the brightness and contrast) pictures to improve the appearance of  
your images.  
Slide Show settings  
To change Slide Show settings, click the Advanced button on the Album page  
and select "Settings."  
"Slide Duration" determines how long each slide is shown before automatically  
advancing to the next picture in the slide show.  
"Slide Show Transition" sets the style of transition used between pictures; you  
can choose between Motion, Cell, Fade, Random, Wipe, Slide, Page and None  
modes.  
     
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To add background music to a slide show, click on the "Slide Show Music"  
option. The Slide Show Music page will ask you to choose music from your  
personal music library.  
Click Load Default Settings to return your settings to their default values.  
Video  
To open the Video function, click Video on the Arcade Home page.  
Note: The Video feature is designed to play back many different  
kinds of video formats. Refer to the Video help section for a full  
list of compatible formats. If you want to watch a DVD or VCD, use  
the "Cinema" function.  
Playing a video file  
Click Play to watch video files. The Video page shows the video files in the  
content area on the right side. They are organized by folders and a thumbnail  
image shows the first frame of each video.  
To play a video file, click on it. The video will play at full screen. The pop-up  
control panel will appear at the bottom of the screen when you move the  
mouse. To return to the Video page, click Stop.  
Capturing video (TV models only)  
Acer Arcade allows you to capture and record video clips from other external  
devices, such as a DVD player or camcorder.  
Click Capture Device on the video page and then select the source you are using  
for your video input. There is a choice between "S-video" and "Composite."  
To capture a video clip, you then need to click the red record button in the  
onscreen controls.  
The destination folder can be set from the "Settings" menu.  
Clicking on Advanced and selecting Settings allows you to set the quality of the  
video captured. You can choose from "Good," "Better" or "Best." Selecting a  
higher quality results in a larger file when capturing video clips.  
Snapshot  
Snapshot mode is available in Cinema, Video and TV modes. This function can  
be used to capture the onscreen image at any time.  
A single frame image will be captured and stored in a user designated directory.  
The destination directory can be changed from the "Settings"menu.  
       
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Music  
For convenient access to your music collection, click Music on the Arcade  
homepage to open the Music homepage.  
Select the folder, CD or category that contains the music you want to listen to.  
Click Play to listen to the entire content from the beginning, or select the song  
that you want to hear from the list in the content area.  
The songs in the folder are shown in the content area, while the left side has  
controls for "Play," "Shuffle" and "Repeat All." The "Visualize" option allows  
you to watch computer-generated visuals while you listen to music. When  
playing music, the control panel at the bottom of the page makes it easy to  
adjust the volume and control playback.  
To rip music from an audio CD, after you have inserted the CD, click Rip CD. In  
the page that opens, select the songs you 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.  
 
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TV (for selected models)  
Arcade allows you to watch TV from your computer. Click the TV button on the  
home page to show the TV main page.  
The Live TV option plays TV on screen. Press Escape at any time to return to  
Arcade.  
When you watch TV, additional buttons appear on the playback controls:  
Channel Up (switches up one channel), Channel Down (switches down one  
channel), Snapshot (takes a snapshot of the current frame of video), TeleText  
(opens the TeleText function), and Record (records TV content as a video file).  
The Recorded TV option allows you to view files that you have recorded from  
the TV. See Recorded TV.  
The Schedule option lets you set TV recording schedules for later viewing. See  
Scheduling Recordings.  
The Program Guide option lets you view program information for all channels.  
See Program Guide.  
The Find Program option enables you to search for a specific kind of program.  
The Settings button opens a page containing TV settings. See TV settings for  
more information.  
Note: For information on setting up and operating the TV mode  
of Arcade please refer to the separate TV booklet.  
Time-shift functionality  
Arcade also has a time-shift function that can be enabled. To create an instant  
replay, Arcade records the TV broadcast as a file, creating a slight lag between  
the live broadcast and the TV content that you watch. (The instant replay file  
cannot be saved, however, and you cannot watch this file in the Recorded TV  
window.) You can navigate forward and backward within the file to create an  
instant replay or to skip over commercials.  
Note: One of your local drives must contain at least 2 GB of free  
space in order to enable the instant replay function.  
Click " " to pause playback or " " to continue watching. Click " " to  
rewind or " " to fast forward. Click " " to go to the start of the instant  
replay recording or click " " to go to the end of the instant replay recording.  
   
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Note: Since the TV content you watch always lags slightly behind  
the live TV broadcast, going to the end of the instant replay  
recording is as close to watching live TV as Arcade permits.  
Recorded TV  
The "Recorded TV" page shows recorded TV files. A thumbnail image shows the  
first frame of each file. To play a recorded TV file, click it. The video will play at  
full screen. To return to the TV page, click Stop.  
For a description of the options on this page, see Videos.  
Scheduling recordings  
To set a TV recording schedule, click Schedule, then New Schedule. In the page  
that opens, select the Channel you want to record and the scheduling Interval.  
Set the Starting Date, Starting Time, and Ending Time of the program you want  
to record. Click Confirm Schedule to activate the recording schedule, or Cancel  
to quit without accepting the schedule. Select Delete Schedule to remove a  
recording schedule you have previously created.  
Click an existing recording schedule to open it for modification. To change the  
order in which schedules are displayed, click Sort by Channel or Sort by Date.  
Program guide  
Click the Program Guide button to view program listing details for each  
channel. These listings and information are provided by the Electronic Program  
Guide.  
Find program  
Clicking the Find Program button allows you to search for programs by channel  
number or category.  
TV settings  
To change picture settings, click the TV button on the "Settings" page or the  
Settings button on the main TV page. There are four types of TV settings:  
"Signal," "Channel," "Recording" and "Guide" settings.  
         
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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 the source for your EPG program listings. This will  
differ depending on your region.  
Click Restore Default Settings to return your settings to their default values.  
Using TeleText functions  
For regions with the TeleText service, TeleText can be activated by using the  
onscreen controller or the remote control.  
Pressing the TeleText button on the remote will bring up TeleText; press again  
to bring up transparent mode (the text will have TV pictures in the  
background), and press once more to return to TV only.  
To navigate within the TeleText function, you can:  
Click the color buttons to follow the onscreen color shortcuts.  
Click an onscreen page number to jump to that page.  
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.  
 
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Note: The snapshot function is available when TeleText is running.  
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Acer Arcade Deluxe  
(for selected models)  
Note: Acer Arcade Deluxe is available for systems with Windows  
Media Center.  
Acer Arcade Deluxe extends the capabilities of your Windows Media Center-  
equipped system with a set of Acer utilities designed to make it easy to manage  
your multimedia files, create your own customized content, and more.  
Arcade Deluxe includes the following utilities:  
VideoMagician  
TV Joy (selected models only)  
SportsCap (selected models only)  
DV Wizard  
DVDivine  
   
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Remote control (for selected models)  
If your computer is bundled with a remote control for use wiht the Arcade  
Deluxe software, the table below explains the functions.  
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18  
19  
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2
3
4
5
6
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22  
23  
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10  
11  
12  
24  
25  
13  
14  
15  
 
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Remote functions  
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2
3
4
5
6
7
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Item  
Description  
Play  
Play selection  
Record  
Rewind  
Record TV  
Reverse playback or go to previous picture  
Skip Backward Skip a section backward  
Pause  
Pause playback  
Recorded TV  
Guide  
Display Recorded TV page  
Display the Guide  
Navigation/  
OK buttons  
Navigate and confirm selections  
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Mute  
Toggle audio on/off  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
Back  
Move up one level in the UI  
Increase or decrease the audio playback level  
Open or close Media Center  
Volume + / -  
Start  
Color buttons Teletext shortcut functions*  
TeleText*  
Enter  
Turn teletext on or off  
Make the current input active  
Put in or wake from Standby mode  
Display DVD menu  
Power  
DVD Menu  
Stop  
Stop current playing or recording operation  
Speed up playback or go to next picture  
Fast Forward  
Skip Forward Skip a section forward  
Live TV  
Show live TV on current channel  
Information  
Channel + / -  
0-9 buttons  
Clear  
Provide information for current selection  
Change the current channel  
Enter TV channel or other input  
Clear current input  
*TeleText regions only.  
 
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Starting Acer Arcade Deluxe  
You can run the Acer Arcade Deluxe utilities directly from Windows Media  
Center. To do this, scroll up/down from the Main page to view the Acer Arcade  
Deluxe utilities list and left/right to select a utility.  
To run the Acer Arcade Deluxe utilities outside of Windows Media Center,  
double-click the Acer Arcade Deluxe icon from the Windows desktop.  
Note: For detailed information about specific Acer Arcade Deluxe  
utiltiies, use the built-in help files.  
VideoMagician  
VideoMagician allows you to edit video files (in DAT, DVR-MS, MPG, MPE, AVI,  
ASF, MPEG, WMV, VOB, MPEG1, and MPEG2 formats) on your computer.  
VideoMagician offers multiple themes to create exciting movies in just a few  
simple steps. When you launch VideoMagician to edit a video, the Select Videos  
page opens.  
TV Joy (selected models only)  
TV Joy enriches the TV watching experience on your computer. You can enjoy  
live TV programs, schedule recordings and watch recorded TV shows. When TV  
Joy is launched, the last channel viewed will be displayed full screen.  
SportsCap (selected models only)  
SportsCap is a revolutionary way of watching your sports videos. It  
automatically detects highlights of the most memorable moments in sports  
from your recorded games.  
Note: The sports types available in your version of SportsCap  
depend on the version and modules installed on your computer.  
       
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DV Wizard  
DV Wizard provides real-time preview and capture from DV camcorders and  
webcams to your computer's hard drive or directly burned to DVD. DV Wizard  
also supports the capture of High Definition video to your computer's hard disk  
in the DVD format. Attach your DV camcorder or web cam to your computer  
and then start DV Wizard to begin.  
DVDivine  
DVDivine is a handy utility for quickly creating DVDs or other discs containing  
video, pictures, or music. In just a few easy steps, you can design, organize, then  
burn your disc. When you start DVDivine, the Select Media page appears,  
allowing you to select the kind of media that you want to include on your disc.  
You can select Videos, Pictures or Music.  
   
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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
2
3
4
5
6
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.  
Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and  
other external devices.  
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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 <Fn> + <F4>. 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.  
           
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Note: If the Sleep indicator is off, the computer has entered  
Hibernation mode and is turned off. If the power indicator is off  
but the Sleep indicator is on, the computer has entered Sleep  
mode. In both cases, press and release the power button to turn  
the computer back on. Note that the computer may enter  
Hibernation mode after being in Sleep mode for a period of time.  
What to bring to meetings  
If your meeting is relatively short, you probably do not need to bring anything  
with you other than your computer. If your 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 <Fn> + <F4> or close the  
display cover whenever you are not actively using the computer. To resume,  
open the display (if closed), then press and release the power button.  
Taking the computer home  
When you are moving from your office to your home or vice versa.  
Preparing the computer  
After disconnecting the computer from your desktop, follow these steps to  
prepare the computer for the trip home:  
Check that you have removed all media and compact disks from the  
drive(s). Failure to remove the media can damage the drive head.  
Pack the computer in a protective case that can prevent the computer from  
sliding around and cushion it if it should fall.  
Caution: Avoid packing items next to the top cover of the  
computer. Pressure against the top cover can damage the screen.  
What to take with you  
Unless you have some items at home, take the following items with you:  
AC adapter and power cord  
The printed User's Guide  
         
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Special considerations  
Follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and  
from work:  
Minimize the effects of temperature changes by keeping the computer  
with you.  
If you need to stop for an extended period of time and cannot carry the  
computer with you, leave the computer in the trunk of the car to avoid  
exposing the computer to excessive heat.  
Changes in temperature and humidity can cause condensation. Allow the  
computer to return to room temperature, and inspect the screen for  
condensation before turning on the computer. If the temperature change  
is greater than 10 °C (18 °F), allow the computer to come to room  
temperature slowly. If possible, leave the computer for 30 minutes in an  
environment with a temperature between outside and room temperature.  
Setting up a home office  
If you frequently work on your computer at home, you may want to purchase a  
second AC adapter for use at home. With a second AC adapter, you can avoid  
carrying the extra weight to and from home.  
If you use your computer at home for significant periods of time, you might also  
want to add an external keyboard, monitor or mouse.  
Traveling with the computer  
When you are moving within a larger distance, for instance, from your office  
building to a client's office building or traveling locally.  
Preparing the computer  
Prepare the computer as if you were taking it home. Make sure that the battery  
in the computer is charged. Airport security may require you to turn on your  
computer when carrying it into the gate area.  
What to take with you  
Take the following items with you:  
AC adapter  
Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s)  
Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer  
             
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Special considerations  
In addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home, follow these  
guidelines to protect your computer while traveling:  
Always take the computer as carry-on luggage.  
If possible, have the computer inspected by hand. Airport security X-ray  
machines are safe, but do not put the computer through a metal detector.  
Avoid exposing floppy disks to hand-held metal detectors.  
Traveling internationally with the computer  
When you are moving from country to country.  
Preparing the computer  
Prepare the computer as you would normally prepare it for traveling.  
What to bring with you  
Bring the following items with you:  
AC adapter  
Power cords that are appropriate for the country to which you  
are traveling  
Spare, fully-charged battery packs  
Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer  
Proof of purchase, in case you need to show it to customs officials  
International Travelers Warranty passport  
Special considerations  
Follow the same special considerations as when traveling with the computer. In  
addition, these tips are useful when traveling internationally:  
When traveling in another country, check that the local AC voltage and the  
AC adapter power cord specifications are compatible. If not, purchase a  
power cord that is compatible with the local AC voltage. Do not use  
converter kits sold for appliances to power the computer.  
If you are using the modem, check if the modem and connector is  
compatible with the telecommunications system of the country you are  
traveling in.  
           
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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:  
Supervisor Password prevents unauthorized entry into the BIOS utility.  
Once set, you must enter this password to gain access to the BIOS utility.  
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 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.  
             
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Entering passwords  
When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the  
display screen.  
When the Supervisor Password is set, a prompt appears when you press  
<F2> to enter the BIOS utility at boot-up.  
Type the Supervisor Password and press <Enter> to access the BIOS utility.  
If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Try  
again and press <Enter>.  
When the User Password is set and the password on boot parameter is  
enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up.  
Type the User Password and press <Enter> to use the computer. If you  
enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Try again and  
press <Enter>.  
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.  
   
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Expanding through options  
Your notebook PC offers you a complete mobile computing experience.  
Connectivity options  
Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you would  
with a desktop PC. For instructions on how to connect different external devices  
to the computer, read the following section.  
Fax/data modem  
Your computer has a built-in V.92 56 Kbps fax/data modem.  
Warning! This modem port is not compatible with digital phone  
lines. Plugging this modem into a digital phone line will damage  
the modem.  
To use the fax/data modem port, connect a phone cable from the modem port  
to a telephone jack.  
Warning! Please make sure that the cable you use is appropriate  
for the country in which you are working.  
         
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Built-in network feature  
The built-in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an  
Ethernet-based network.  
To use the network feature, connect an Ethernet cable from the Ethernet  
(RJ-45) port on the chassis of the computer to a network jack or hub on  
your network.  
Universal Serial Bus (USB)  
The USB 2.0 port is a high-speed serial bus which allows you to connect USB  
peripherals without taking up precious system resources.  
       
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IEEE 1394 port  
The computer's IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect to an IEEE 1394-  
compatible device like a video camera or digital camera. See your video or  
digital camera's documentation for details.  
   
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ExpressCard  
The ExpressCard is the newest version of the PC Card. It is a smaller and faster  
interface that further enhances the usability and expandability of your  
computer.  
ExpressCards support a vast number of expansion options, including flash  
memory card adapters, TV-tuners, Bluetooth connectivity and IEEE 1394B  
adapters. ExpressCards support USB 2.0 and PCI Express applications.  
Important! There are two types, ExpressCard/54 and ExpressCard/  
34 (54mm and 34mm), each with different functions. Not all  
ExpressCard slots will support both types. Please refer to your  
card's manual for details on how to install and use the card, and  
its functions.  
Inserting an ExpressCard  
Insert the card into the slot and push gently until it clicks into position.  
EXPRESS CARD  
Ejecting an ExpressCard  
Before ejecting an ExpressCard:  
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2
Exit the application using the card.  
Left-click on the remove hardware icon on the taskbar and stop the card  
operation.  
3
Push the card gently into the slot and release to pop out the card. Then  
pull the card free from the slot.  
 
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Installing memory  
Follow these steps to install memory:  
1
2
3
Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove  
the battery pack. Then turn the computer over to access its base.  
Remove the screws from the memory cover; then lift up and remove the  
memory cover.  
(a) Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot, then (b) gently press  
it down until it clicks into place.  
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5
6
Replace the memory cover and secure it with the screw.  
Reinstall the battery pack, and reconnect the AC adapter.  
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.  
   
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Connecting your TV and AV-in cables  
(for selected models)  
Follow the instructions below to set up the TV function of your Acer notebook.  
PAL/SECAM and NTSC systems  
1
2
Plug the PAL/SECAM cable’s RF plug into your notebook’s RF-in jack.  
Connect the other end to your TV antenna cable, using the NTSC converter  
if necessary.  
PAL/SECAM  
or  
NTSC  
Notebook  
RF  
Converter  
Home antenna  
Important! Please ensure you use the correct cable system for your  
region before attempting to connect the antenna cable.  
Acer DVB-T digital antenna  
To connect the antenna:  
Plug the antenna cable into the RF-in jack of your notebook.  
Notebook  
RF  
Note: All diagrams are for reference purposes only. Actual  
equipment may differ in appearance.  
 
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To set up the antenna:  
1
2
Push gently at the top until the bottom section pops out.  
Pull the bottom up until it is positioned at 90 degrees to the antenna body.  
1
2
3
3
4
To ensure good reception, the antenna can be positioned on top of your  
notebook display using the special clip, as shown below.  
Extend the antenna to improve the quality of the reception.  
Note: The antenna is only compatible with DVB-T digital TV  
systems.  
A magnet located on the base of the antenna unit also allows you to fix it firmly  
onto a metal surface for better stability and reception.  
Warning! Do not place the magnet near the hard disk drive of  
your computer. Doing so may damage the drive and/or data.  
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AV-in cable  
The AV-in cable can be used to connect your notebook to a VHS player or  
camcorder for viewing, capturing and recording video clips.  
1
2
Plug the single end of the cable into the AV-in port of your notebook.  
Connect the other ends to the S-video or composite audio/video jacks on  
your VHS player, camcorder or other compatible device.  
Notebook  
Camcorder  
AV-in  
AV-in  
VHS  
Note: Extension cables may not be necessary. For more details on  
how to capture TV or video clips please refer to the help file.  
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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 <F2> during the POST; while the notebook PC  
logo is being displayed.  
Boot sequence  
To set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility, activate the BIOS utility, then select  
Boot from the categories listed at the top of the screen.  
Enable disk-to-disk recovery  
To enable disk-to-disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility,  
then select Main from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Find D2D  
Recovery at the bottom of the screen and use the <F5> and <F6> 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 <F5> and <F6> keys to enable this feature.  
           
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Using software  
Playing DVD movies  
When the DVD drive module is installed in the optical drive bay, you can play  
DVD movies on your computer.  
1
Eject the DVD disk.  
Important! When you launch the DVD player for the first time, the  
program asks you to enter the region code. DVD disks are divided  
into 6 regions. Once your DVD drive is set to a region code, it will  
play DVD disks of that region only. You can set the region code a  
maximum of five times (including the first time), after which the  
last region code set will remain permanent. Recovering your hard  
disk does not reset the number of times the region code has been  
set. Refer to the table below for DVD movie region code  
information.  
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The DVD movie will automatically play after a few seconds.  
Region code  
Country or region  
1
USA, Canada  
2
3
4
5
6
Europe, Middle East, South Africa, Japan  
Southeast Asia, Taiwan, South Korea  
Latin America, Australia, New Zealand  
Former USSR, parts of Africa, India  
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.  
     
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Power management  
This computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system  
activity. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of the  
following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to the  
computer, and video memory. If no activity is detected for a period of time  
(called an inactivity timeout), the computer stops some or all of these devices in  
order to conserve energy.  
This computer employs a power management scheme that supports the  
advanced configuration and power interface (ACPI), which allows for maximum  
power conservation and maximum performance at the same time. Windows  
handles all power-saving chores for your computer.  
 
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Acer eRecovery Management  
Acer eRecovery Management is a tool to quickly backup and restore the system.  
You can create and save a backup of the current system configuration to hard  
disk, CD or DVD. You can also backup/restore the factory default image, and  
reinstall applications and drivers.  
Acer eRecovery Management consists of the following functions:  
1
2
3
Create backup  
Burn backup disc  
Restore and recovery  
This chapter will guide you through each process.  
Note: This feature is only available on certain models. For systems  
that do not have a built-in optical disc burner, plug in an external  
optical disc burner before entering Acer eRecovery Management  
for optical disc-related tasks.  
When using Acer eRecovery Management, you may be prompted to enter the  
Empowering Technology password to proceed. The Empowering Technology  
password is set using the Empowering Technology toolbar or when first running  
Acer eLock Management or Acer eRecovery Management.  
Create backup  
You can easily create full and fast (incremental) backup images of your system  
configuration to hard disk from the main Acer eRecovery Management screen.  
Note: Fast (incremental) Backup is only available after a Full  
Backup is made.  
1
2
3
Press <Alt> + <F10> or select Acer eRecovery Management from the  
Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management.  
In the Acer eRecovery Management window, select the type of backup you  
want to create using Full or Fast.  
Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process.  
     
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Burn backup disc  
Using the Burn Disc page of Acer eRecovery Management, you can burn the  
factory default image, a user backup image, the current system configuration,  
or an application backup image to CD or DVD.  
1
Press <Alt> + <F10> or select Acer eRecovery Management from the  
Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management.  
2
3
Switch to the Burn Disc page by selecting the Burn Disc button.  
Select the type of backup (factory default, user, current system,  
application) you would like to burn to disc. Choosing to burn a user backup  
will burn your most recently created backup image to disc.  
4
Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process.  
Note: Create a factory default image when you want to burn a  
bootable disc that contains your computer's entire operating  
system as it was delivered to you from the factory. If you wish to  
have a disc that will allow you to browse the contents and install  
selected drivers and applications, create an application backup  
image instead — this disc will not be bootable.  
Restore and recovery  
The restore and recovery features allow you to restore or recover the system  
from a factory default image, from a user created image, or from previously  
created CD and DVD backups. You can also reinstall applications and drivers for  
your Acer system.  
1
Press <Alt> + <F10> or select Acer eRecovery Management from the  
Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management.  
2
3
Switch to the restore and recovery page by selecting the Restore button.  
Select the backup point you would like to restore from. You can also  
choose to recover the system from a factory default image, recover from a  
previously created CD/DVD or reinstall applications and drivers.  
4
Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process.  
   
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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  
Error messages  
If you receive an error message, note the message and take the corrective  
action. The following table lists the error messages in alphabetical order  
together with the recommended course of action.  
Error messages  
Corrective action  
CMOS battery bad  
Contact your dealer or an authorized service center.  
CMOS checksum error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center.  
Disk boot failure  
Insert a system (bootable) disk into the floppy drive  
(A:), then press <Enter> to reboot.  
Equipment  
configuration error  
Press <F2> (during POST) to enter the BIOS utility,  
then press Exit in the BIOS utility to reboot.  
Hard disk 0 error  
Contact your dealer or an authorized service center.  
Contact your dealer or an authorized service center.  
Hard disk 0 extended  
type error  
I/O parity error  
Contact your dealer or an authorized service center.  
Contact your dealer or an authorized service center.  
Keyboard error or no  
keyboard connected  
Keyboard interface  
error  
Contact your dealer or an authorized service center.  
Memory size mismatch Press <F2> (during POST) to enter the BIOS utility,  
then press Exit in the BIOS utility to reboot.  
           
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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.  
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Regulations and safety notices  
FCC notice  
This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B  
digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to  
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential  
installation. This device generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy  
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause  
harmful interference to radio communications.  
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular  
installation. If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television  
reception, which can be determined by turning the device off and on, the  
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the  
following measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the device and receiver.  
Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which  
the receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.  
Notice: Shielded cables  
All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables  
to maintain compliance with FCC regulations.  
Notice: Peripheral devices  
Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to  
comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation  
with non-certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV  
reception.  
Caution  
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could  
void the user's authority, which is granted by the Federal Communications  
Commission, to operate this computer.  
Operation conditions  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the  
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference,  
     
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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 à l'intention des utilisateurs canadiens  
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du  
Canada.  
Declaration of Conformity for EU countries  
Hereby, Acer, declares that this notebook PC series is in compliance with the  
essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.  
(Please visit http://global.acer.com/products/notebook/reg-nb/index.htm for  
complete documents.)  
Compliant with Russian regulatory certification  
Modem notices  
Notice for USA  
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. Located on the modem is  
a label that contains, among other information, the FCC Registration Number  
and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment. Upon request, you  
must provide this information to your telephone company.  
If your telephone equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the  
telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily. If possible, they  
will notify you in advance. But, if advance notice is not practical, you will be  
notified as soon as possible. You will also be informed of your right to file a  
complaint with the FCC.  
   
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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, 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.  
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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
3
This equipment is not capable, under all operating conditions, of correct  
operation at the higher speeds for which it is designed. Telecom will accept  
no responsibility should difficulties arise in such circumstances.  
Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom's Telepermit  
requirements are dependent on the equipment (PC) associated with this  
device. The associated equipment shall be set to operate within the  
following limits for compliance with Telecom's Specifications:  
a
There shall be no more than 10 call attempts to the same number  
within any 30 minute period for any single manual call initiation, and  
b
The equipment shall go on-hook for a period of not less than 30  
seconds between the end of one attempt and the beginning of the  
next call attempt.  
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
6
This equipment shall not be set up to make automatic calls to Telecom's  
111 Emergency Service.  
This device is equipped with pulse dialing while the Telecom standard is  
DTMF tone dialing. There is no guarantee that Telecom lines will always  
continue to support pulse dialing.  
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Use of pulse dialing, when this equipment is connected to the same line as  
other equipment, may give rise to bell tinkle or noise and may also cause a  
false answer condition. Should such problems occur, the user should NOT  
contact the telecom Fault Service.  
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9
This equipment may not provide for the effective hand-over of a call to  
another device connected to the same line.  
Under power failure conditions this appliance may not operate. Please  
ensure that a separate telephone, not dependent on local power, is  
available for emergency use.  
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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 GEÖFFNET  
NICHT DEM STRAHLL AUSSETZEN  
PRODUCTO LÁSER DE LA CLASE I  
ADVERTENCIA: RADIACIÓN LÁSER INVISIBLE AL SER ABIERTO. EVITE EXPONERSE  
A LOS RAYOS.  
ADVARSEL: LASERSTRÅLING VEDÅBNING SE IKKE IND I STRÅLEN.  
VARO! LAVATTAESSA OLET ALTTINA LASERSÅTEILYLLE.  
VARNING: LASERSTRÅLNING NÅR DENNA DEL ÅR ÖPPNAD ÅLÅ TUIJOTA  
SÅTEESEENSTIRRA EJ IN I STRÅLEN  
VARNING: LASERSTRÅLNING NAR DENNA DEL ÅR ÖPPNADSTIRRA EJ IN I  
STRÅLEN  
ADVARSEL: LASERSTRÅLING NAR DEKSEL ÅPNESSTIRR IKKE INN I STRÅLEN  
LCD pixel statement  
The LCD unit is produced with high-precision manufacturing techniques.  
Nevertheless, some pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black or  
red dots. This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute  
a malfunction.  
Macrovision copyright protection notice  
"U.S Patent Nos. 4,631,603; 4,819,098; 4,907,093; 5,315,448; and 6,516,132."  
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by  
U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright  
protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for  
home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by  
Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.  
       
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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&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC as attested by conformity with the following  
harmonized standard:  
Article 3.1(a) Health and Safety  
EN60950-1:2001  
EN50371:2002  
EN50360:2002 (Applied to models with 3G function)  
Article 3.1(b) EMC  
EN301 489-1 V1.4.1:2002  
EN301 489-17 V1.2.1:2002  
EN301 489-3 V1.4.1:2002 (Applied to models with 27MHz  
wireless mouse/keyboard)  
EN301 489-7 V1.2.1:2002 (Applied to models with 3G  
function)  
EN301 489-24 V1.2.1:2002 (Applied to models with 3G  
function)  
Article 3.2 Spectrum Usages  
EN300 328 V1.5.1:2004  
EN301 893 V1.2.3:2003  
EN300 220-1 V1.3.1:2000 (Applied to models with 27MHz  
wireless mouse/keyboard)  
EN300 220-3 V1.1.1:2000 (Applied to models with 27MHz  
     
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wireless mouse/keyboard)  
EN301 511 V9.0.2:2003 (Applied to models with 3G function)  
EN301 908-1 V2.2.1:2003 (Applied to models with 3G  
function).  
EN301 908-2 V2.2.1:2003 (Applied to models with 3G  
function).  
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List of applicable countries  
EU member states as of May 2004 are: Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Greece,  
Spain, France, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Austria, Portugal,  
Finland, Sweden, United Kingdom Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Hungary,  
Czech Republic, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Cyprus and Malta. Usage allowed in  
the countries of European Union, as well as Norway, Switzerland, Iceland and  
Liechtenstein. This device must be used in strict accordance with the regulations  
and constraints in the country of use. For further information, please contact  
local office in the country of use.  
The FCC RF safety requirement  
The radiated output power of the wireless LAN Mini PCI Card and Bluetooth  
card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the  
notebook PC series shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human  
contact during normal operation is minimized as follows:  
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Users are requested to follow the RF safety instructions on wireless option  
devices that are included in the user's manual of each RF option device.  
Caution: To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance  
requirements, a separation distance of at least 20 cm (8 inches)  
must be maintained between the antenna for the integrated  
wireless LAN Mini PCI Card built in to the screen section and all  
persons.  
Note: The Acer wireless Mini PCI adapter implements a  
transmission diversity function. The function does not emit radio  
frequencies simultaneously from both antennas. One of the  
antennas is selected automatically or manually (by users) to ensure  
good quality radiocommunication.  
 
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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.  
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4
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.  
An improper installation or unauthorized use may cause harmful  
interference to radio communications. Also any tampering of the internal  
antenna will void the FCC certification and your warranty.  
Canada — Low-power license-exempt radio  
communication devices (RSS-210)  
a
Common information  
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:  
1. This device may not cause interference, and  
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference  
that may cause undesired operation of the device.  
b
c
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.  
Operation in 5 GHz band  
The device for the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for indoor usage to reduce  
potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems.  
High power radars are allocated as primary users (meaning they have  
priority) of 5250-5350 MHz and 5650-5850 MHz and these radars could  
cause interference and/or damage to LELAN (Licence-Exempt Local Area  
Network) devices.  
 
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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:  
Model number:  
Machine type:  
SKU number:  
Notebook PC  
ICW50  
Aspire 5520/5220  
Aspire 5520/5220-xxxxx  
("x" = 0 - 9, a - z, or A - Z)  
Name of responsible party:  
Address of responsible party:  
Acer America Corporation  
333 West San Carlos St.  
San Jose, CA 95110  
USA  
Contact person:  
Acer Representative  
1-254-298-4000  
Tel:  
Fax:  
1-254-298-4147  
 
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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  
Hereby declare that:  
Product: Personal Computer  
Trade Name: Acer  
Model Number: ICW50  
Machine Type: Aspire 5520/5220  
SKU Number: Aspire 5520/5220-xxxxx ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, or A ~ Z)  
Is compliant with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of  
the following EC directives, and that all the necessary steps have been taken  
and are in force to assure that production units of the same product will  
continue comply with the requirements.  
EMC Directive 89/336/EEC as attested by conformity with the following  
harmonized standards:  
EN55022:1998 + A1:2000 + A2:2003, AS/NZS CISPR22:2002, Class B  
EN55024:1998 + A1:2001 + A2:2003  
EN61000-3-2:2000, Class D  
EN61000-3-3:1995 + A1:2001  
EN55013:2001 + A1:2003 (applied to models with TV function)  
EN55020:2002 + A1:2003 (applied to models with TV function)  
Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC as attested by conformity with the following  
harmonized standard:  
EN60950-1:2001  
EN60065:2002 (applied to models with TV function)  
Council Decision 98/482/EC (CTR21) for pan- European single terminal  
connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN).  
RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC on the Restriction of the Use of certain Hazardous  
Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment  
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LCD panel ergonomic specifications  
Design viewing distance  
500 mm  
0.0°  
Design inclination angle  
Design azimuth angle  
Viewing direction range class  
Screen tilt angle  
90.0°  
Class IV  
85.0°  
Design screen illuminance  
Illuminance level:  
[250 + (250cosα)] lx where α = 85°  
Color: Source D65  
Reflection class of LCD panel  
(positive and negative polarity)  
Ordinary LCD: Class I  
Protective or Acer CrystalBriteLCD:  
Class III  
Image polarity  
Both  
Reference white:  
Yn  
u'n  
v'n  
Pre-setting of luminance and  
color temperature @ 6500K  
(tested under BM7)  
Pixel fault class  
Class II  
 

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