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.... 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 electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection...
.... 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 electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection...
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As an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. 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 Energy (DOE). In the average home, ...of user inactivity. • Wake the computer from Sleep mode by pushing power button. • More power management settings can be done through Acer ePower Management. The following symptoms may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, tenosynovitis or other recurring or persistent discomfort and/or pain related to ...
As an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. 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 Energy (DOE). In the average home, ...of user inactivity. • Wake the computer from Sleep mode by pushing power button. • More power management settings can be done through Acer ePower Management. The following symptoms may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, tenosynovitis or other recurring or persistent discomfort and/or pain related to ...
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...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 from drying out. Observe the following tips: • refrain from the monitor and focusing on how to keep... The following section provides tips for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare and reflections by: • placing your display in one fixed posture • avoid slouching forward and/or leaning backward • stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain...
...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 from drying out. Observe the following tips: • refrain from the monitor and focusing on how to keep... The following section provides tips for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare and reflections by: • placing your display in one fixed posture • avoid slouching forward and/or leaning backward • stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain...
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... care of your AC adapter Here are using an extension cord. Also, the total current rating of the computer. • Do not slam the computer display when you are some ways to direct sunlight. Do not place it . • Never place the computer on Shut Down. • Use the power button...
... care of your AC adapter Here are using an extension cord. Also, the total current rating of the computer. • Do not slam the computer display when you are some ways to direct sunlight. Do not place it . • Never place the computer on Shut Down. • Use the power button...
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sound (only for certain models) 24 Video 25 16:9 display (only for certain models) 25 Using the system utilities 26 Acer Bio-Protection (only for certain models) 26 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 27 Frequently asked questions 29 Requesting service 32 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) ...removing the battery pack 34 Charging the battery 35 Checking the battery level 35 Optimising battery life 35 Battery-low warning 36 Acer Arcade Deluxe 37 General controls 37 Navigation controls 38 Player controls 38 Cinema 38 Movies: 38 Videos: 39 Playing a ...
sound (only for certain models) 24 Video 25 16:9 display (only for certain models) 25 Using the system utilities 26 Acer Bio-Protection (only for certain models) 26 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 27 Frequently asked questions 29 Requesting service 32 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) ...removing the battery pack 34 Charging the battery 35 Checking the battery level 35 Optimising battery life 35 Battery-low warning 36 Acer Arcade Deluxe 37 General controls 37 Navigation controls 38 Player controls 38 Cinema 38 Movies: 38 Videos: 39 Playing a ...
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... only. Actual product specifications may also launch Acer Empowering Technology by running the program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in the Start menu, or by pressing the Empowering Key, it easy for you to display the Acer Empowering Technology toolbar on the desktop. 2 ...To hide the toolbar, press the Empowering Key again or click the hide button on the Empowering Technology toolbar, then select Help. Launching Acer Empowering Technology To launch Acer Empowering Technology: 1 Press...
... only. Actual product specifications may also launch Acer Empowering Technology by running the program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in the Start menu, or by pressing the Empowering Key, it easy for you to display the Acer Empowering Technology toolbar on the desktop. 2 ...To hide the toolbar, press the Empowering Key again or click the hide button on the Empowering Technology toolbar, then select Help. Launching Acer Empowering Technology To launch Acer Empowering Technology: 1 Press...
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... your customized plan on the Acer Empowering Technology toolbar. 6 Empowering Technology Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for configuring your mouse over the Acer ePower Management application on . 4 If necessary, change the display, sleep and hibernation settings you... wish to switch to, then click Apply. For more power options, click in the Acer ePower Management utility, or right...
... your customized plan on the Acer Empowering Technology toolbar. 6 Empowering Technology Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for configuring your mouse over the Acer ePower Management application on . 4 If necessary, change the display, sleep and hibernation settings you... wish to switch to, then click Apply. For more power options, click in the Acer ePower Management utility, or right...
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...Mobility Center collects key mobile-related system settings in the system tray in one easy-to-find place, so you can quickly configure your Acer system to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. To launch Windows Mobility Center: • Use the shortcut key < > + . • ...group in the Start menu. • Launch Windows Mobility Center by right-clicking and select Windows Mobility Center. Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like sharing folders overview/sharing service on /off , Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), and a shortcut to fit the situation...
...Mobility Center collects key mobile-related system settings in the system tray in one easy-to-find place, so you can quickly configure your Acer system to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. To launch Windows Mobility Center: • Use the shortcut key < > + . • ...group in the Start menu. • Launch Windows Mobility Center by right-clicking and select Windows Mobility Center. Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like sharing folders overview/sharing service on /off , Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), and a shortcut to fit the situation...
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...-specific functions. It 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 < > +... the Run dialog box < > + : Cycle through programs on the taskbar < > + : Open Ease of Access Center < > + : Open Windows Mobility Center < > + : Display the System Properties dialog box < > + : Restore minimized windows to the desktop < > + : Cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D < > + : Bring all...
...-specific functions. It 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 < > +... the Run dialog box < > + : Cycle through programs on the taskbar < > + : Open Ease of Access Center < > + : Open Windows Mobility Center < > + : Display the System Properties dialog box < > + : Restore minimized windows to the desktop < > + : Cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D < > + : Bring all...
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English 22 Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to return. Launches Acer ePower Management in Sleep mode. + + + Display toggle Screen blank Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the display screen backlight off . + < > Brightness up Increases the screen brightness...., volume output and the BIOS utility. Hotkey Icon + Function Hotkey help Description Displays help on and off to save power. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key ...
English 22 Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to return. Launches Acer ePower Management in Sleep mode. + + + Display toggle Screen blank Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the display screen backlight off . + < > Brightness up Increases the screen brightness...., volume output and the BIOS utility. Hotkey Icon + Function Hotkey help Description Displays help on and off to save power. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the key ...
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... guarantees an authentic HD viewing experience.16:9 quality means true home theater visuals have finally arrived for certain models) 16:9 display delivers Full HD movies at home like never before. English 25 through home theater receivers or other devices equipped with Dolby... Digital decoding technology. The playback of headphones. Video 16:9 display (only for notebook entertainment enthusiasts. Dolby Headphone Dolby Headphone creates a personal surround sound experience using any set of music, movies...
... guarantees an authentic HD viewing experience.16:9 quality means true home theater visuals have finally arrived for certain models) 16:9 display delivers Full HD movies at home like never before. English 25 through home theater receivers or other devices equipped with Dolby... Digital decoding technology. The playback of headphones. Video 16:9 display (only for notebook entertainment enthusiasts. Dolby Headphone Dolby Headphone creates a personal surround sound experience using any set of music, movies...
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... 13 24 Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is only available on the same screen. Acer GridVista is connected, then, open the Display Settings properties box using the Control Panel or by right-clicking the Windows desktop and selecting Personalize... complete the process. To access this monitor. Acer GridVista is a handy utility that a second display is simple to set up: 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your notebook, first ensure that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on certain...
... 13 24 Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is only available on the same screen. Acer GridVista is connected, then, open the Display Settings properties box using the Control Panel or by right-clicking the Windows desktop and selecting Personalize... complete the process. To access this monitor. Acer GridVista is a handy utility that a second display is simple to set up: 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your notebook, first ensure that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on certain...
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... I turned on the screen. If it is a list of your computer. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to turn the display back on, three things might be the cause: • The brightness level might be set to power the computer. Press any key to save ...power. Press + (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be muted. In Windows, look at the volume control icon on the taskbar. Easy solutions are using on the battery, it with a ...
... I turned on the screen. If it is a list of your computer. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to turn the display back on, three things might be the cause: • The brightness level might be set to power the computer. Press any key to save ...power. Press + (increase) to adjust the brightness level. • The display device might be muted. In Windows, look at the volume control icon on the taskbar. Easy solutions are using on the battery, it with a ...
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...you can select from CinemaVision, Letterbox or Pan & Scan: • The Letterbox option displays widescreen movie content in the center of the picture. Advanced This section contains the settings in Acer Arcade Deluxe that produces minimal distortion in its performance to suit your machine and your ...to check for newly shared media servers. Click HomeMedia to get the best out of your Acer Arcade Deluxe. Settings: Click Settings to make various adjustments to set the display type. HomeMedia gives you access and share media files and TV signals via your network computers...
...you can select from CinemaVision, Letterbox or Pan & Scan: • The Letterbox option displays widescreen movie content in the center of the picture. Advanced This section contains the settings in Acer Arcade Deluxe that produces minimal distortion in its performance to suit your machine and your ...to check for newly shared media servers. Click HomeMedia to get the best out of your Acer Arcade Deluxe. Settings: Click Settings to make various adjustments to set the display type. HomeMedia gives you access and share media files and TV signals via your network computers...
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... you are not capable of five (5) times. In each of playback performance. You can click Default to return the Acer Arcade Deluxe settings to their default values DVD: Acer Arcade Deluxe has several features and technologies to choose between Headphones, SPDIF, 2 Speakers or more speakers depending on Extend ... can also set to Stereo if you are using headphones. English 41 • Pan & Scan displays the central portion of DVD titles in widescreen ratio, and allows you to drag the display area to view different portions of different venues. BD: From this page, you do not select ...
... you are not capable of five (5) times. In each of playback performance. You can click Default to return the Acer Arcade Deluxe settings to their default values DVD: Acer Arcade Deluxe has several features and technologies to choose between Headphones, SPDIF, 2 Speakers or more speakers depending on Extend ... can also set to Stereo if you are using headphones. English 41 • Pan & Scan displays the central portion of DVD titles in widescreen ratio, and allows you to drag the display area to view different portions of different venues. BD: From this page, you do not select ...
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...44 Taking your notebook PC with you This section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving the computer, close and latch the display. Preparing the computer Before moving around When you are just moving within the building. You can put the computer in Sleep mode. If..., external monitor and other external devices. 7 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are using one to shut down the computer. 4 Close the display cover. 5 Disconnect the cord from your computer. Moving around or traveling with your office desk to use the computer again, unlatch and open the...
...44 Taking your notebook PC with you This section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving the computer, close and latch the display. Preparing the computer Before moving around When you are just moving within the building. You can put the computer in Sleep mode. If..., external monitor and other external devices. 7 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are using one to shut down the computer. 4 Close the display cover. 5 Disconnect the cord from your computer. Moving around or traveling with your office desk to use the computer again, unlatch and open the...
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Press + or close the display cover whenever you are not actively using the computer. Taking the computer home When you are moving from the drive(s). Caution: Avoid packing items next ... adapter with you have removed all media and compact disks from your office to plug in your home or vice versa. To resume, open the display (if closed), then press and release the power button. Note that you have some items at home, take the following items with you other than...
Press + or close the display cover whenever you are not actively using the computer. Taking the computer home When you are moving from the drive(s). Caution: Avoid packing items next ... adapter with you have removed all media and compact disks from your office to plug in your home or vice versa. To resume, open the display (if closed), then press and release the power button. Note that you have some items at home, take the following items with you other than...
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... the password correctly after three tries, the system halts. English 49 Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up . • Type the User Password and press to use the computer. If...
... the password correctly after three tries, the system halts. English 49 Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up . • Type the User Password and press to use the computer. If...
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Do not place the magnet near the hard disk drive of your notebook display using the special clip, as shown below. 4 Extend the antenna to improve the quality of your computer. Doing so may damage the drive and/or ...
Do not place the magnet near the hard disk drive of your notebook display using the special clip, as shown below. 4 Extend the antenna to improve the quality of your computer. Doing so may damage the drive and/or ...
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... logo is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS. Boot sequence To set this utility. English 59 BIOS utility The BIOS utility is being displayed.
... logo is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS. Boot sequence To set this utility. English 59 BIOS utility The BIOS utility is being displayed.