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...LAN function. Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 5 For entering data into your new computer. Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your computer. Power button Turns the computer on and off... . Front View No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Chapter 1 Icon Item Acer Crystal Eye webcam Display screen Touchpad toggle Description Web camera for video communication (for selected models). Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. Turns the internal touchpad on...
...LAN function. Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 5 For entering data into your new computer. Your Acer Notebook tour After knowing your computer features, let us show you around your computer. Power button Turns the computer on and off... . Front View No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Chapter 1 Icon Item Acer Crystal Eye webcam Display screen Touchpad toggle Description Web camera for video communication (for selected models). Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. Turns the internal touchpad on...
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...) 2 MB SATA • DVD-ROM: DVD Read: • 4.7GB (Single Layer) DVD-ROM (DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-18), • 8.5GB (Dual Layer) DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, SACD (Hybrid), • DVD-R: UDF DVD, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-R 3.95 GB, • 3.95GB (Ver. 1.0: read only) DVD-R Authoring, DVD-R Multi...8226; DVD-RW: CD-DA, CD-ROM Mode-1, CD-ROM/XA Mode-2 Form-1 and Mode-2 Form-2, CD-i, CD-i • 4.7GB (Ver. 1.2/ Rev 1.0, 2.0, 3.0) Bridge, Video-CD (MPEG-1), Karaoke CD, Photo- • DVD-RAM: 1.46GB/side, 4.7GB/side (Ver. CD, Enhanced CD, CD Plus, CD Extra, itrax 2.2) CD, CD-Text, UDF...
...) 2 MB SATA • DVD-ROM: DVD Read: • 4.7GB (Single Layer) DVD-ROM (DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-18), • 8.5GB (Dual Layer) DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, SACD (Hybrid), • DVD-R: UDF DVD, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-R 3.95 GB, • 3.95GB (Ver. 1.0: read only) DVD-R Authoring, DVD-R Multi...8226; DVD-RW: CD-DA, CD-ROM Mode-1, CD-ROM/XA Mode-2 Form-1 and Mode-2 Form-2, CD-i, CD-i • 4.7GB (Ver. 1.2/ Rev 1.0, 2.0, 3.0) Bridge, Video-CD (MPEG-1), Karaoke CD, Photo- • DVD-RAM: 1.46GB/side, 4.7GB/side (Ver. CD, Enhanced CD, CD Plus, CD Extra, itrax 2.2) CD, CD-Text, UDF...
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...Enabled or Enabled Option: Enabled or Disabled Option: AHCI or IDE Chapter 2 25 Parameter System Time System Date System Memory Extended Memory Video Memory Quiet Boot Network Boot F12 Boot Menu D2D Recovery SATA Mode Description Sets the system time. This field reports the Extended Memory ... as enable and disable boot option and recovery. Sets the system date. Information M a i n System Time: System Date: System Memory: Extended Memory: Video Memory: PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Security Boot Exit [09:00:00] [12/12/2008] 634 KB 1790 MB [256MB] Item Specific Help , , or selects...
...Enabled or Enabled Option: Enabled or Disabled Option: AHCI or IDE Chapter 2 25 Parameter System Time System Date System Memory Extended Memory Video Memory Quiet Boot Network Boot F12 Boot Menu D2D Recovery SATA Mode Description Sets the system time. This field reports the Extended Memory ... as enable and disable boot option and recovery. Sets the system date. Information M a i n System Time: System Date: System Memory: Extended Memory: Video Memory: PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Security Boot Exit [09:00:00] [12/12/2008] 634 KB 1790 MB [256MB] Item Specific Help , , or selects...
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... 4. Remove the drives (see "LCD Failure" on page 40). 8. Chapter 4 121 Drain any memory cards and CD/DVD discs. If the POST or video appears on the external display, see "Disassembly Process" on page 123. 5. Reseat the memory modules. 7. Make sure that the internal display is still not ... cable and battery and holding down the power button for specific model procedures. 2. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: No POST or Video If the POST or video doesn't display, perform the following occurs: • Fans start up • Status LEDs light up If there is no power, see ...
... 4. Remove the drives (see "LCD Failure" on page 40). 8. Chapter 4 121 Drain any memory cards and CD/DVD discs. If the POST or video appears on the external display, see "Disassembly Process" on page 123. 5. Reseat the memory modules. 7. Make sure that the internal display is still not ... cable and battery and holding down the power button for specific model procedures. 2. Do not replace a non-defective FRUs: No POST or Video If the POST or video doesn't display, perform the following occurs: • Fans start up • Status LEDs light up If there is no power, see ...
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...same locations on page 187. See "Disassembly Process" on adjusting settings. Abnormal Video Display If video displays abnormally, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Remove and reinstall the video driver. 8. c. If the BIOS settings are no red Xs or yellow ... are no device conflicts. • No hardware is still not resolved, see "Online Support Information" on page 187. 122 Chapter 4 Roll back the video driver to correct the problem. 1. See "Disassembly Process" on page 40. 5. See "Disassembly Process" on page 40. 4. If the Issue is...
...same locations on page 187. See "Disassembly Process" on adjusting settings. Abnormal Video Display If video displays abnormally, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem. 1. Remove and reinstall the video driver. 8. c. If the BIOS settings are no red Xs or yellow ... are no device conflicts. • No hardware is still not resolved, see "Online Support Information" on page 187. 122 Chapter 4 Roll back the video driver to correct the problem. 1. See "Disassembly Process" on page 40. 5. See "Disassembly Process" on page 40. 4. If the Issue is...
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... 87h 88h 89h Beeps 2-1-2-3 2-2-3-1 134 POST Routine Description POST device initialization Check ROM copyright notice Check video configuration against CMOS Initialize PCI bus and devices Initialize all video adapters in system QuietBoot start (optional) Shadow video BIOS ROM Display BIOS copyright notice Display CPU type and speed Initialize EISA board Test keyboard Set...
... 87h 88h 89h Beeps 2-1-2-3 2-2-3-1 134 POST Routine Description POST device initialization Check ROM copyright notice Check video configuration against CMOS Initialize PCI bus and devices Initialize all video adapters in system QuietBoot start (optional) Shadow video BIOS ROM Display BIOS copyright notice Display CPU type and speed Initialize EISA board Test keyboard Set...
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... Memory type EDh Initialize Memory size EEh Shadow Boot Block EFh System memory test F0h Initialize interrupt vectors F1h Initialize Run Time Clock F2h Initialize video F3h F4h 1 F5h Initialize System Management Mode Output one set ) have a 16 rather than 32-bit bus. Code C5h C6h C7h C8h C9h D2h Beeps...
... Memory type EDh Initialize Memory size EEh Shadow Boot Block EFh System memory test F0h Initialize interrupt vectors F1h Initialize Run Time Clock F2h Initialize video F3h F4h 1 F5h Initialize System Management Mode Output one set ) have a 16 rather than 32-bit bus. Code C5h C6h C7h C8h C9h D2h Beeps...
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... (with two-click buttons) 2 Using the keyboard 3 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad* 3 Windows keys 4 Audio 5 Acer PureZone (only for certain models) 5 Tuba (only for certain models) 5 Using Dolby Home Theater for surround/ multi-channel sound (only ...for certain models) 5 Video 6 16:9 display 6 Using the system utilities 7 Acer Bio-Protection (only for certain models) 7 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 8 Acer Backup Manager 9 Power management 10 Acer eRecovery Management 11 Burn backup discs 12 Restore 13 ...
... (with two-click buttons) 2 Using the keyboard 3 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad* 3 Windows keys 4 Audio 5 Acer PureZone (only for certain models) 5 Tuba (only for certain models) 5 Using Dolby Home Theater for surround/ multi-channel sound (only ...for certain models) 5 Video 6 16:9 display 6 Using the system utilities 7 Acer Bio-Protection (only for certain models) 7 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 8 Acer Backup Manager 9 Power management 10 Acer eRecovery Management 11 Burn backup discs 12 Restore 13 ...
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Navigation controls 17 Player controls 17 Cinema 17 Play Movie: 17 Videos: 18 Playing a video file: 18 Recent Videos: 18 HomeMedia 19 Advanced 19 Live Update: 19 Albums 21 Editing Pictures 21 Slideshow settings 21 Music 21 Online Media (only for certain models) 22 ...
Navigation controls 17 Player controls 17 Cinema 17 Play Movie: 17 Videos: 18 Playing a video file: 18 Recent Videos: 18 HomeMedia 19 Advanced 19 Live Update: 19 Albums 21 Editing Pictures 21 Slideshow settings 21 Music 21 Online Media (only for certain models) 22 ...
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... mix. Dolby Natural Bass A bass enhancement system, which produces a wide stereo image and improves the separation of instruments without diminishing the center of most speakers. Video 16:9 display 16:9 display delivers Full HD movies at home like never before. Dolby Headphone Dolby Headphone creates a personal surround sound experience using any audio...
... mix. Dolby Natural Bass A bass enhancement system, which produces a wide stereo image and improves the separation of instruments without diminishing the center of most speakers. Video 16:9 display 16:9 display delivers Full HD movies at home like never before. Dolby Headphone Dolby Headphone creates a personal surround sound experience using any audio...
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...timeout), the computer stops some or all power-saving chores for your computer. Acer PowerSmart key Note: This feature is reduced and the graphics chip switched to the computer, and video memory. Press the Acer PowerSmart key again to return to your computer's graphics sub-system to conserve... energy. When you press the Acer PowerSmart key, the screen brightness is only available on certain models. ...
...timeout), the computer stops some or all power-saving chores for your computer. Acer PowerSmart key Note: This feature is reduced and the graphics chip switched to the computer, and video memory. Press the Acer PowerSmart key again to return to your computer's graphics sub-system to conserve... energy. When you press the Acer PowerSmart key, the screen brightness is only available on certain models. ...
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English 16 Acer Arcade Deluxe Note: This feature is an integrated player for music, photos, DVD movies and videos. Note: For more detailed information on the features of formats • Online Media - connect to other devices wirelessly to enjoy. • Cinema - ...share media content • Advanced - view photos stored on certain models. listen to music files in a variety of Acer Arcade, please refer to the Arcade Help menu. watch DVDs, VCDs or Blu-Ray movies, and video clips • Homemedia - change settings, update your hard disk or removable media • Music...
English 16 Acer Arcade Deluxe Note: This feature is an integrated player for music, photos, DVD movies and videos. Note: For more detailed information on the features of formats • Online Media - connect to other devices wirelessly to enjoy. • Cinema - ...share media content • Advanced - view photos stored on certain models. listen to music files in a variety of Acer Arcade, please refer to the Arcade Help menu. watch DVDs, VCDs or Blu-Ray movies, and video clips • Homemedia - change settings, update your hard disk or removable media • Music...
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... searching for video, slideshows, movies and music - These are shown. Alternatively, you can play , pause, stop, etc.) and volume controls (mute and volume up panel: • DVD Menu This player has the features and controls of the window. If more detail in the type of Acer Arcade Deluxe.... Note: When playing movies from Blu-Ray discs, standard DVDs and video CDs (VCDs) with the Cinema function of optical drive installed in the upper right corner of a...
... searching for video, slideshows, movies and music - These are shown. Alternatively, you can play , pause, stop, etc.) and volume controls (mute and volume up panel: • DVD Menu This player has the features and controls of the window. If more detail in the type of Acer Arcade Deluxe.... Note: When playing movies from Blu-Ray discs, standard DVDs and video CDs (VCDs) with the Cinema function of optical drive installed in the upper right corner of a...
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...-up control panel. Double-click on your mouse/cursor while you want to the Cinema main screen. Videos: Click Videos to watch a video clip stored on a clip to the video clip you 're watching a movie, a menu bar will appear at the bottom of the screen are...playback, select subtitles, adjust volume, select soundtrack language and set advanced features. Playing a video file: Click Videos to open a file browser to navigate to watch a DVD or VCD, use Cinema. Recent Videos: Shows video clips saved recently. You can capture a still of compatible formats. English 18 •...
...-up control panel. Double-click on your mouse/cursor while you want to the Cinema main screen. Videos: Click Videos to watch a video clip stored on a clip to the video clip you 're watching a movie, a menu bar will appear at the bottom of the screen are...playback, select subtitles, adjust volume, select soundtrack language and set advanced features. Playing a video file: Click Videos to open a file browser to navigate to watch a DVD or VCD, use Cinema. Recent Videos: Shows video clips saved recently. You can capture a still of compatible formats. English 18 •...
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...display type. Display: Use this section to share TV signals. Click Refresh at the top and bottom of the screen. • Acer CinemaVision is a nonlinear video stretching technology that allow you can choose the Display Output and Color Profile to the software. Note: You will be able to modify... before you to finetune its performance to open the main page that lets you can view shared music, videos, pictures and TV signals. Live Update: Click Live Update to connect to the Internet to your Acer Arcade Deluxe. Here, you access to check for newly shared media servers.
...display type. Display: Use this section to share TV signals. Click Refresh at the top and bottom of the screen. • Acer CinemaVision is a nonlinear video stretching technology that allow you can choose the Display Output and Color Profile to the software. Note: You will be able to modify... before you to finetune its performance to open the main page that lets you can view shared music, videos, pictures and TV signals. Live Update: Click Live Update to connect to the Internet to your Acer Arcade Deluxe. Here, you access to check for newly shared media servers.
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... avoid damaging your speakers are using headphones. You can compensate for different listening environments for enhanced audio enjoyment. DVD: Acer Arcade Deluxe has several features and technologies to view different portions of the video. Note: Turning on your slideshow when viewing photos. or 6-speaker output. English 20 and allows you wish to...
... avoid damaging your speakers are using headphones. You can compensate for different listening environments for enhanced audio enjoyment. DVD: Acer Arcade Deluxe has several features and technologies to view different portions of the video. Note: Turning on your slideshow when viewing photos. or 6-speaker output. English 20 and allows you wish to...
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...account to your own stream, contacts' streams or all of views. Note: You need to be connected to the Internet to view the video. The video clips will be displayed as thumbnails, select a thumbnail to view 200 recently uploaded photos on YouTube by selecting YouTube from your favorites. ... to the popular Flickr and YouTube websites. YouTube You can also search for certain models) Online Media gives you easy access to photos and videos uploaded to music. Press or double-click a thumbnail to use the Online Media function. English 22 Shuffle, Repeat All, Visualize, Volume and...
...account to your own stream, contacts' streams or all of views. Note: You need to be connected to the Internet to view the video. The video clips will be displayed as thumbnails, select a thumbnail to view 200 recently uploaded photos on YouTube by selecting YouTube from your favorites. ... to the popular Flickr and YouTube websites. YouTube You can also search for certain models) Online Media gives you easy access to photos and videos uploaded to music. Press or double-click a thumbnail to use the Online Media function. English 22 Shuffle, Repeat All, Visualize, Volume and...
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IEEE 1394 port (only for details. See your video or digital camera's documentation for certain models) The computer's IEEE 1394 port allows you to an IEEE 1394compatible device like a video camera or digital camera. English 35 Universal Serial Bus (USB) The USB 2.0 port is a high-speed serial bus which allows you to connect to connect USB peripherals without taking up precious system resources.
IEEE 1394 port (only for details. See your video or digital camera's documentation for certain models) The computer's IEEE 1394 port allows you to an IEEE 1394compatible device like a video camera or digital camera. English 35 Universal Serial Bus (USB) The USB 2.0 port is a high-speed serial bus which allows you to connect to connect USB peripherals without taking up precious system resources.
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...and PCI Express applications. There are two types, ExpressCard/54 and ExpressCard/ 34 (54mm and 34mm), each with high-end audio and video equipment. Not all -digital audio/video interface. Please refer to connect with different functions. Use the HDMI port on how to install and use the card, and its ...functions. Important! Single cable implementation allows tidy setup and fast connection. HDMI provides an interface between any compatible digital audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver and a compatible digital audio and/or...
...and PCI Express applications. There are two types, ExpressCard/54 and ExpressCard/ 34 (54mm and 34mm), each with high-end audio and video equipment. Not all -digital audio/video interface. Please refer to connect with different functions. Use the HDMI port on how to install and use the card, and its ...functions. Important! Single cable implementation allows tidy setup and fast connection. HDMI provides an interface between any compatible digital audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver and a compatible digital audio and/or...
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... feature is gradually replacing analog broadcasts in digital format. English 39 Enjoying TV with Windows Media Center to watch TV and to access video content (via an audio/video connection to an external device, such as a video camera). Notebook RF It is only available on your computer. Choose your input type The avdio...
... feature is gradually replacing analog broadcasts in digital format. English 39 Enjoying TV with Windows Media Center to watch TV and to access video content (via an audio/video connection to an external device, such as a video camera). Notebook RF It is only available on your computer. Choose your input type The avdio...