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... T 16.2 million colors T MPEG-2/DVD hardware-assisted capability T S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) support T Acer ArcadeTM featuring Acer CinemaVisionTM and Acer ClearVision technologies Audio T Intel® High Definition audio support T Two built-in Acer 3DSonic stereo speakers (1W) Chapter 1 1 For more information on Windows® VistaTM and how to upgrade, go to: Microsoft.com/windowsvista.
... T 16.2 million colors T MPEG-2/DVD hardware-assisted capability T S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) support T Acer ArcadeTM featuring Acer CinemaVisionTM and Acer ClearVision technologies Audio T Intel® High Definition audio support T Two built-in Acer 3DSonic stereo speakers (1W) Chapter 1 1 For more information on Windows® VistaTM and how to upgrade, go to: Microsoft.com/windowsvista.
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... left / right. hence, the lighter the touch, the better the response. and your cursor pressing on the right scroll bar of Windows applications. NOTE: When using the touchpad, keep it - rest your finger across the touchpad (2) to move up/down/left button. ...Launch Button Web browser Mail Arcade Default application Acer Empowering Technology (user-programmable) Internet browser (user-programmable) Email application (user-programmable) Windows Media Center Touchpad Basics The following teaches you how to use finger on the touchpad to...
... left / right. hence, the lighter the touch, the better the response. and your cursor pressing on the right scroll bar of Windows applications. NOTE: When using the touchpad, keep it - rest your finger across the touchpad (2) to move up/down/left button. ...Launch Button Web browser Mail Arcade Default application Acer Empowering Technology (user-programmable) Internet browser (user-programmable) Email application (user-programmable) Windows Media Center Touchpad Basics The following teaches you how to use finger on the touchpad to...
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... applications. A better solution would be to do a lot of the keycaps. When Num Lock is on, the embedded keypad is on , the screen moves one Windows key and twelve function keys. The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an...
... applications. A better solution would be to do a lot of the keycaps. When Num Lock is on, the embedded keypad is on , the screen moves one Windows key and twelve function keys. The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. Using the Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an...
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... application's context menu. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on hot keys. + Acer eSettings Launches the Acer eSettings in Acer eManager. + + Acer ePower Management Sleep Launches the Acer ePower Management in Sleep mode. Puts the computer in Acer Empowering Technology. Hot Key + Icon Function Hot key help Description Displays help on page 18. Key Windows key Application key Icon Description...
... application's context menu. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on hot keys. + Acer eSettings Launches the Acer eSettings in Acer eManager. + + Acer ePower Management Sleep Launches the Acer ePower Management in Sleep mode. Puts the computer in Acer Empowering Technology. Hot Key + Icon Function Hot key help Description Displays help on page 18. Key Windows key Application key Icon Description...
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Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eDataSecurity Management is handy file encryption utility that the system needs to safeguard all related passwords! 22 Chapter 1 It is conveniently integrated with Windows explorer as a shell extension for quick and easy data encryption/decryption and also supports on-...the-fly file encryption for a supervisor password and default encryption. The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you ...
Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eDataSecurity Management is handy file encryption utility that the system needs to safeguard all related passwords! 22 Chapter 1 It is conveniently integrated with Windows explorer as a shell extension for quick and easy data encryption/decryption and also supports on-...the-fly file encryption for a supervisor password and default encryption. The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you ...
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Getting to monitor the system health status. T Displays general system status and advanced monitoring for navigating. Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to optimize your Windows operating system, so your Acer OrbiCam 3 1 23 26 Chapter 1 Acer eSettings Management also: T Provides a simple graphical user interface for power users. Furthermore, Acer eSettings Management enables you to inspect hardware specifications and to know your computer runs faster, smoother and better.
Getting to monitor the system health status. T Displays general system status and advanced monitoring for navigating. Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to optimize your Windows operating system, so your Acer OrbiCam 3 1 23 26 Chapter 1 Acer eSettings Management also: T Provides a simple graphical user interface for power users. Furthermore, Acer eSettings Management enables you to inspect hardware specifications and to know your computer runs faster, smoother and better.
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... (selected models only) Launching the Acer OrbiCam To launch the Acer OrbiCam, double click on the Acer OrbiCam icon on the screen. Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcam The Acer OrbiCam is automatically selected as a ... OR Click Start > All programs > Acer > Acer OrbiCam. You can now broadcast from your location to select the desired resolution. Changing the Acer OrbiCam resolution To change the capture resolution,... click the displayed resolution button to an IM partner anywhere in the world. Chapter 1 27 To use the Acer ...
... (selected models only) Launching the Acer OrbiCam To launch the Acer OrbiCam, double click on the Acer OrbiCam icon on the screen. Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcam The Acer OrbiCam is automatically selected as a ... OR Click Start > All programs > Acer > Acer OrbiCam. You can now broadcast from your location to select the desired resolution. Changing the Acer OrbiCam resolution To change the capture resolution,... click the displayed resolution button to an IM partner anywhere in the world. Chapter 1 27 To use the Acer ...
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... the convenience of the notebook, first ensure that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on certain models. Acer GridVista is only available on the same screen. You may choose any one of the four display settings indicated below...Start, Control Panel, Display and click on Acer GridVista. Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each window into the appropriate grid. 3. Using the System Utilities NOTE: The system utilities work under Microsoft Windows XP only. Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) NOTE: This ...
... the convenience of the notebook, first ensure that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on certain models. Acer GridVista is only available on the same screen. You may choose any one of the four display settings indicated below...Start, Control Panel, Display and click on Acer GridVista. Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each window into the appropriate grid. 3. Using the System Utilities NOTE: The system utilities work under Microsoft Windows XP only. Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) NOTE: This ...
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...diskette drive, reconnect the diskette connector on the System board. Reconnect the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module. 2. Follow the instructions in the message window. External CD-ROM Drive Check Do the following one label attached to CD-ROM Test. 3. NOTE: Make sure that the CD-ROM does ...not have more than one at a time to be tested. Follow the instructions in the message window. Replace the main board. If the tests detect a keyboard problem, do the following to isolate the problem to it . Replace the external diskette ...
...diskette drive, reconnect the diskette connector on the System board. Reconnect the external diskette drive/CD-ROM module. 2. Follow the instructions in the message window. External CD-ROM Drive Check Do the following one label attached to CD-ROM Test. 3. NOTE: Make sure that the CD-ROM does ...not have more than one at a time to be tested. Follow the instructions in the message window. Replace the main board. If the tests detect a keyboard problem, do the following to isolate the problem to it . Replace the external diskette ...
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... sure that the DIMM is supplied. 3. Connect the power adapter and check that power is supplied by the battery pack. Press F2 in the message window. Power System Check To verify the symptom of these devices do not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation. Remove the battery...
... sure that the DIMM is supplied. 3. Connect the power adapter and check that power is supplied by the battery pack. Press F2 in the message window. Power System Check To verify the symptom of these devices do not work, reconnect the cable connector and repeat the failing operation. Remove the battery...
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... will not enter hibernation The system doesn't enter hibernation mode and four short beeps every minute. DIMM System board Speaker-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error In Windows, multimedia programs, no sound. Audio driver Speaker System board Speaker System board Action in Sequence Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute "Load Default Settings, then...
... will not enter hibernation The system doesn't enter hibernation mode and four short beeps every minute. DIMM System board Speaker-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error In Windows, multimedia programs, no sound. Audio driver Speaker System board Speaker System board Action in Sequence Enter BIOS Setup Utility to execute "Load Default Settings, then...
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... set to Enabled. Remove battery pack and let it cool for 2 hours. Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then charge battery). Action in Windows doesn't go higher than 90%. Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Battery fuel gauge in Sequence Reconnect the keyboard cable. Battery pack...
... set to Enabled. Remove battery pack and let it cool for 2 hours. Refresh battery (continue use battery until power off, then charge battery). Action in Windows doesn't go higher than 90%. Power Management-Related Symptoms Symptom / Error Action in Sequence Battery fuel gauge in Sequence Reconnect the keyboard cable. Battery pack...
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...'s top front edge • Avoid adjusting your display to an awkward viewing angle. • Avoid looking at bright light sources, such as open windows, 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 looking away from the monitor and focusing on a distant point. • Blink frequently to...
...'s top front edge • Avoid adjusting your display to an awkward viewing angle. • Avoid looking at bright light sources, such as open windows, 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 looking away from the monitor and focusing on a distant point. • Blink frequently to...
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... AC adapter: • Do not connect the adapter to rain or moisture. • Do not spill water or any of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start then click on Shut Down. • Use the power button You can also put the computer in should not exceed...
... AC adapter: • Do not connect the adapter to rain or moisture. • Do not spill water or any of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start then click on Shut Down. • Use the power button You can also put the computer in should not exceed...
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... xiv Taking care of your battery pack xv Cleaning and servicing xv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 1 Acer eNet Management 2 Acer ePower Management 4 Acer eAudio Management 6 Acer ePresentation Management 7 Acer eDataSecurity Management 8 Acer eLock Management 9 Acer eRecovery Management 11 Acer eSettings Management 13 Windows Mobility Center 14 Your Acer notebook tour 15 Top view 15 Closed front view 17 Left...
... xiv Taking care of your battery pack xv Cleaning and servicing xv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 1 Acer eNet Management 2 Acer ePower Management 4 Acer eAudio Management 6 Acer ePresentation Management 7 Acer eDataSecurity Management 8 Acer eLock Management 9 Acer eRecovery Management 11 Acer eSettings Management 13 Windows Mobility Center 14 Your Acer notebook tour 15 Top view 15 Closed front view 17 Left...
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... a power plan allows you want your power management options. Note: You cannot delete the predefined power plans. You can open Windows power options by clicking the appropriate tabs. Using power plans Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans: Balanced, High performance and Power saver. View and adjust settings for configuring...
... a power plan allows you want your power management options. Note: You cannot delete the predefined power plans. You can open Windows power options by clicking the appropriate tabs. Using power plans Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans: Balanced, High performance and Power saver. View and adjust settings for configuring...
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To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish to delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to another one first. 1 Select the power plan you are currently using. Click the sleep and hibernate modes. If you want to delete the active power plan, switch to the panel in 5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window. to save your new settings.
To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you wish to delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to another one first. 1 Select the power plan you are currently using. Click the sleep and hibernate modes. If you want to delete the active power plan, switch to the panel in 5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to view estimated battery life in the upper half of the window. to save your new settings.
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... password. Note: The password used to decrypt it. Empowering Technology 8 Acer eDataSecurity Management (for selected models) Acer eDataSecurity Management is the only other key capable of decrypting the file. The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you lose both passwords, there will ...be no way to encrypt a file is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick data encryption/decryption...
... password. Note: The password used to decrypt it. Empowering Technology 8 Acer eDataSecurity Management (for selected models) Acer eDataSecurity Management is the only other key capable of decrypting the file. The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you lose both passwords, there will ...be no way to encrypt a file is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick data encryption/decryption...
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... easy-to-find place, so you can quickly configure your Acer system to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. Empowering Technology 14 Windows Mobility Center The Windows Mobility Center collects key mobile-related system settings in the Start menu Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), sharing folders...
... easy-to-find place, so you can quickly configure your Acer system to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. Empowering Technology 14 Windows Mobility Center The Windows Mobility Center collects key mobile-related system settings in the Start menu Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), sharing folders...
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21 Specifications English Operating system Platform System memory Display • Windows Vista™ Home Premium • Windows Vista™ Home Basic • Windows Vista™ Starter Intel® Centrino® Duo mobile processor technology, featuring: • Intel® Core™2 Duo Mobile...; PRO/Wireless 3945ABG (dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/ g), or 3945BG (dual-mode 802.11b/g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIED® network connection, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology Intel® Celeron® processor technology 530/540/550 (1 MB L2 cache, 1.73/1.86/2 GHz, 533 MHz FSB)...
21 Specifications English Operating system Platform System memory Display • Windows Vista™ Home Premium • Windows Vista™ Home Basic • Windows Vista™ Starter Intel® Centrino® Duo mobile processor technology, featuring: • Intel® Core™2 Duo Mobile...; PRO/Wireless 3945ABG (dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/ g), or 3945BG (dual-mode 802.11b/g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIED® network connection, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology Intel® Celeron® processor technology 530/540/550 (1 MB L2 cache, 1.73/1.86/2 GHz, 533 MHz FSB)...