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... 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 ... to "Regulations and safety notices" on a couch or bed. We do some stretching exercises. • Breathe fresh air as often as open windows, for only short periods, take breaks regularly, and do not recommend using a display visor, such as a piece of time. Warning!
... 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 ... to "Regulations and safety notices" on a couch or bed. We do some stretching exercises. • Breathe fresh air as often as open windows, for only short periods, take breaks regularly, and do not recommend using a display visor, such as a piece of time. Warning!
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... at least two seconds before powering up. Taking care of it . • Do not expose the computer to any of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start then click on top of your computer Your computer will serve you well if you are using an extension cord...
... at least two seconds before powering up. Taking care of it . • Do not expose the computer to any of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start then click on top of your computer Your computer will serve you well if you are using an extension cord...
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...) 1 Touchpad basics (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 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 Restore Windows from backup discs 14 Acer Arcade Deluxe 16 ly for certain models) 5 Video 6 16:9 ...
...) 1 Touchpad basics (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 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 Restore Windows from backup discs 14 Acer Arcade Deluxe 16 ly for certain models) 5 Video 6 16:9 ...
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... for certain models) 35 High-Definition Multimedia Interface (only for certain models) 36 ExpressCard (only for certain models) 36 Installing memory 37 Enjoying TV with Windows Media Center 39 Choose your input type 39 Watching TV using the optional DVB-T (digital TV) antenna (for certain models) 49 LCD pixel statement 52...
... for certain models) 35 High-Definition Multimedia Interface (only for certain models) 36 ExpressCard (only for certain models) 36 Installing memory 37 Enjoying TV with Windows Media Center 39 Choose your input type 39 Watching TV using the optional DVB-T (digital TV) antenna (for certain models) 49 LCD pixel statement 52...
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...-Protection fingerprint reader (3) supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (only for certain models) to perform selection and execution functions. This fingerprint reader or button mimics your finger across the surface of Windows applications. Access context menu Click once. 1 English Touchpad The ... a pointing device that senses movement on the right scroll bar of the touchpad. Scroll Swipe up or down /left/ right using Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (Manufacturing option). Tap twice (at the same speed as double-clicking a mouse button); This means the...
...-Protection fingerprint reader (3) supporting Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (only for certain models) to perform selection and execution functions. This fingerprint reader or button mimics your finger across the surface of Windows applications. Access context menu Click once. 1 English Touchpad The ... a pointing device that senses movement on the right scroll bar of the touchpad. Scroll Swipe up or down /left/ right using Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (Manufacturing option). Tap twice (at the same speed as double-clicking a mouse button); This means the...
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... use finger on your finger on the touchpad on a mouse. Click once. Note: Illustrations for reference only. It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. Tap twice (at the same speed as double-clicking a mouse button); The exact configuration of your PC depends on the touchpad is the...
... use finger on your finger on the touchpad on a mouse. Click once. Note: Illustrations for reference only. It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. Tap twice (at the same speed as double-clicking a mouse button); The exact configuration of your PC depends on the touchpad is the...
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... embedded keypad control keys. cursor-control keys. 3 English Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad*, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Hold while using cursor-
... embedded keypad control keys. cursor-control keys. 3 English Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad*, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Hold while using cursor-
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...can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions: < > : Open or close the Start menu < > + : Display the desktop < > + : Open Windows Explore < > + : Search for a file or folder < > + : Cycle through Sidebar gadgets < > + : Lock your computer (if you are connected to a network domain),...+ : Use the arrow keys to cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D Application key Note: Depending on your edition of Windows, some shortcuts may not function as clicking on the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. This key has the same effect as...
...can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions: < > : Open or close the Start menu < > + : Display the desktop < > + : Open Windows Explore < > + : Search for a file or folder < > + : Cycle through Sidebar gadgets < > + : Lock your computer (if you are connected to a network domain),...+ : Use the arrow keys to cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D Application key Note: Depending on your edition of Windows, some shortcuts may not function as clicking on the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. This key has the same effect as...
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...earthshaking movie-house audio. Click the Microphone tab, and then click the Microphone Effects tab. The Acer HD Audio Manager dialog box will pop up to 5.1 channels of your Windows system. Dolby Pro Logic IIx Dolby Pro Logic IIx creates a vivid 5.1-channel surround sound experience...surround sound. Select Beam Forming and Acoustic Echo Canellation to give you high-quality digital surround sound for certain models) Your Acer notebook comes with built-in stereo microphones featuring beam forming and echo cancellation technologies. Dolby Pro Logic IIx examines the signal and...
...earthshaking movie-house audio. Click the Microphone tab, and then click the Microphone Effects tab. The Acer HD Audio Manager dialog box will pop up to 5.1 channels of your Windows system. Dolby Pro Logic IIx Dolby Pro Logic IIx creates a vivid 5.1-channel surround sound experience...surround sound. Select Beam Forming and Acoustic Echo Canellation to give you high-quality digital surround sound for certain models) Your Acer notebook comes with built-in stereo microphones featuring beam forming and echo cancellation technologies. Dolby Pro Logic IIx examines the signal and...
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...-Protection Fingerprint Solution is a multi-purpose fingerprint software package integrated with the Microsoft Windows operating system. Notes: * Acer ProfileLaunch, MusicLaunch, MyLaunch and FingerNav are only available on select models. ** In models without Acer ProfileLaunch, Acer FingerLaunch can launch up to three applications/ websites with Acer FingerLaunch. For more information, refer to open applications in the...
...-Protection Fingerprint Solution is a multi-purpose fingerprint software package integrated with the Microsoft Windows operating system. Notes: * Acer ProfileLaunch, MusicLaunch, MyLaunch and FingerNav are only available on select models. ** In models without Acer ProfileLaunch, Acer FingerLaunch can launch up to three applications/ websites with Acer FingerLaunch. For more information, refer to open applications in the...
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...of a well-organized desktop. Acer GridVista is set up: 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your second monitor is a handy utility that the resolution setting of your preferred screen configuration for each display from the taskbar. 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. 3 ...Programs and click on the same screen. Acer GridVista is simple to set to the manufacturer's recommended value. Note: Please ensure that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on Acer GridVista. English 8 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) Note: This ...
...of a well-organized desktop. Acer GridVista is set up: 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your second monitor is a handy utility that the resolution setting of your preferred screen configuration for each display from the taskbar. 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. 3 ...Programs and click on the same screen. Acer GridVista is simple to set to the manufacturer's recommended value. Note: Please ensure that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on Acer GridVista. English 8 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) Note: This ...
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If no activity is only available on certain models. Windows handles all of your computer. The Acer PowerSmart key uses the power-saving features of these devices in power management unit that supports the advanced configuration and power interface (...power-saving chores for maximum power conservation and maximum performance at the same time. This computer employs a power management scheme that monitors system activity. Acer PowerSmart key Note: This feature is detected for a period of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to your previous settings...
If no activity is only available on certain models. Windows handles all of your computer. The Acer PowerSmart key uses the power-saving features of these devices in power management unit that supports the advanced configuration and power interface (...power-saving chores for maximum power conservation and maximum performance at the same time. This computer employs a power management scheme that monitors system activity. Acer PowerSmart key Note: This feature is detected for a period of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to your previous settings...
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...BIOS Setup Utility. 1 Turn on certain models. Do this before rebooting your previously burned backup discs, you will reboot. 7 After rebooting, when the Acer logo shows, press the F12 key to Exit Saving Changes. Here you can select which device to boot from. 8 Use the arrow keys to select... the first system recovery disc into the optical disc drive. Press the ENTER key again to select the IDE1*, then press the ENTER key. Windows will be installed from the recovery disc. 9 Insert the second recovery disc when prompted, then follow the onscreen prompts to complete the restore. ...
...BIOS Setup Utility. 1 Turn on certain models. Do this before rebooting your previously burned backup discs, you will reboot. 7 After rebooting, when the Acer logo shows, press the F12 key to Exit Saving Changes. Here you can select which device to boot from. 8 Use the arrow keys to select... the first system recovery disc into the optical disc drive. Press the ENTER key again to select the IDE1*, then press the ENTER key. Windows will be installed from the recovery disc. 9 Insert the second recovery disc when prompted, then follow the onscreen prompts to complete the restore. ...
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... keys to select the IDE1* device. 5 Use the F6 key to move other devices to a lower boot priority. Restart your computer. 2 During startup when the Acer logo shows, press the F2 key to enter BIOS Setup, where you can set the boot priority for long-term use the F5 key to... move the IDE1* device to the highest boot priority, or use , you reboot, Windows will be installed from the recovery disc. 8 Insert the second recovery disc when prompted, then follow the onscreen prompts to complete the restore. 9 Remove the...
... keys to select the IDE1* device. 5 Use the F6 key to move other devices to a lower boot priority. Restart your computer. 2 During startup when the Acer logo shows, press the F2 key to enter BIOS Setup, where you can set the boot priority for long-term use the F5 key to... move the IDE1* device to the highest boot priority, or use , you reboot, Windows will be installed from the recovery disc. 8 Insert the second recovery disc when prompted, then follow the onscreen prompts to complete the restore. 9 Remove the...
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..., the following special controls are additional controls added to the right of this guide. To go up player control panel appears at the bottom of Acer Arcade Deluxe. To quit Arcade, click the Close button in the upper right (minimize, maximize, close) have standard PC behaviors. used for content,...when you can select content stored on your optical disc drive. The buttons in the upper right corner of the window. are discussed in the upper-left corner of the window. Cinema Play Movie: Click Play Movie to the Arcade home page, click the Home button in more than one...
..., the following special controls are additional controls added to the right of this guide. To go up player control panel appears at the bottom of Acer Arcade Deluxe. To quit Arcade, click the Close button in the upper right (minimize, maximize, close) have standard PC behaviors. used for content,...when you can select content stored on your optical disc drive. The buttons in the upper right corner of the window. are discussed in the upper-left corner of the window. Cinema Play Movie: Click Play Movie to the Arcade home page, click the Home button in more than one...
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... use. • Eject a PC Card if it is charging. Note: You are advised to see the battery's present charge level. Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. Optimising battery life Optimizing battery life helps you to 30°C (86°F). The recommended temperature is correctly...
... use. • Eject a PC Card if it is charging. Note: You are advised to see the battery's present charge level. Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. Optimising battery life Optimizing battery life helps you to 30°C (86°F). The recommended temperature is correctly...
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... to turn off the computer if you want to turn off the computer. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and then connect to the Windows power meter. Save all necessary files. 2. Replace the battery pack. 5. Resume work . You have no spare battery pack. 1. Warning: Connect the AC adapter as soon...
... to turn off the computer if you want to turn off the computer. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and then connect to the Windows power meter. Save all necessary files. 2. Replace the battery pack. 5. Resume work . You have no spare battery pack. 1. Warning: Connect the AC adapter as soon...
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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). It is .../video connection may be either a DVB-T digital antenna (for selected models) DVB-T digital TV is an international standard that include Windows Media Center Edition or InstantOn Arcade may be used with Windows Media Center Note: This feature is only available on your computer. Computers that is gradually replacing analog broadcasts in digital...
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). It is .../video connection may be either a DVB-T digital antenna (for selected models) DVB-T digital TV is an international standard that include Windows Media Center Edition or InstantOn Arcade may be used with Windows Media Center Note: This feature is only available on your computer. Computers that is gradually replacing analog broadcasts in digital...
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... on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on the taskbar. In Windows, look at the volume control icon on . You can also use of your computer. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • ...Make sure that may be set to an external monitor. In Windows, look at the volume control (speaker) icon on , three things might be the cause: • The brightness level might be low and unable to restart...
... on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on the taskbar. In Windows, look at the volume control icon on . You can also use of your computer. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • ...Make sure that may be set to an external monitor. In Windows, look at the volume control (speaker) icon on , three things might be the cause: • The brightness level might be low and unable to restart...