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... objects on top of the computer. • Do not slam the computer display when you turn it on top of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on uneven surfaces. If you close it near sources of heat, such as a radiator. •...
... objects on top of the computer. • Do not slam the computer display when you turn it on top of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on uneven surfaces. If you close it near sources of heat, such as a radiator. •...
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... 8 Acer ePresentation Management 9 Your Acer notebook tour 11 Front view 11 Closed front view 12 Left view 13 Right view 14 Rear view 15 Base view 16 Specifications 17 Indicators 21 Easy-launch buttons 22 Touchpad 23 Touchpad basics 23 Using the keyboard 25 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 25 Windows keys...
... 8 Acer ePresentation Management 9 Your Acer notebook tour 11 Front view 11 Closed front view 12 Left view 13 Right view 14 Rear view 15 Base view 16 Specifications 17 Indicators 21 Easy-launch buttons 22 Touchpad 23 Touchpad basics 23 Using the keyboard 25 Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 25 Windows keys...
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...67 IEEE 1394 port 67 PC Card slot 68 ExpressCard 69 Installing memory 70 Connecting your TV and AV-in cables 71 Acer Arcade TV set-up wizard (Windows XP Home and Professional) 73 BIOS utility 74 Boot sequence 74 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 74 Password 74 Using software... 75 Playing DVD movies 75 Power management 76 Acer eRecovery Management 76 Create backup 77 Restore from backup 77 Create factory default ...
...67 IEEE 1394 port 67 PC Card slot 68 ExpressCard 69 Installing memory 70 Connecting your TV and AV-in cables 71 Acer Arcade TV set-up wizard (Windows XP Home and Professional) 73 BIOS utility 74 Boot sequence 74 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 74 Password 74 Using software... 75 Playing DVD movies 75 Power management 76 Acer eRecovery Management 76 Create backup 77 Restore from backup 77 Create factory default ...
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The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you lose both passwords, there will be used to enter your encrypted file! If you for MSN Messenger and ... accessed by default, or you lose the password, the supervisor password is the only other key capable of decrypting the file. Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eDataSecurity Management is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick and easy data encryption/decryption and also supports on the appropriate utility and select the...
The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you lose both passwords, there will be used to enter your encrypted file! If you for MSN Messenger and ... accessed by default, or you lose the password, the supervisor password is the only other key capable of decrypting the file. Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eDataSecurity Management is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick and easy data encryption/decryption and also supports on the appropriate utility and select the...
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improves the usability and performance of your Windows XP system. Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePerformance Management Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer notebook. releases unused memory and check usage. • Disk optimization - removes unneeded items and files. • Speed optimization - It provides you with the following options to enhance overall system performance: • Memory optimization -
improves the usability and performance of your Windows XP system. Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePerformance Management Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer notebook. releases unused memory and check usage. • Disk optimization - removes unneeded items and files. • Speed optimization - It provides you with the following options to enhance overall system performance: • Memory optimization -
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.... You also have the option to set Acer eNet Management to start the program from the Start menu. Furthermore, Acer eSettings Management enables you boot up your notebook, or start automatically when you to optimize your Windows operating system, so your needs, simply by... right-clicking on your PC. Empowering Technology 6 Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to ...
.... You also have the option to set Acer eNet Management to start the program from the Start menu. Furthermore, Acer eSettings Management enables you boot up your notebook, or start automatically when you to optimize your Windows operating system, so your needs, simply by... right-clicking on your PC. Empowering Technology 6 Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to ...
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You can define up to the panel on current usage, refer to three of the window. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on the lower left-hand side of your own profiles. DC mode To suit your needs, ... profile will appear on /off: Wireless LAN, Bluetooth, CardBus, Memory Card, Audio, and Wired LAN. To launch it, select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology interface, or double-click the Acer ePower Management icon in the task tray. Or, you can adjust CPU speed, LCD brightness and other settings, or click...
You can define up to the panel on current usage, refer to three of the window. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on the lower left-hand side of your own profiles. DC mode To suit your needs, ... profile will appear on /off: Wireless LAN, Bluetooth, CardBus, Memory Card, Audio, and Wired LAN. To launch it, select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology interface, or double-click the Acer ePower Management icon in the task tray. Or, you can adjust CPU speed, LCD brightness and other settings, or click...
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... GB using two soDIMM modules (dual-channel support) • 15.4" WXGA Acer CrystalBrite™ TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, 16 ms response time, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing on dual displays via Acer GridVista™ • 15" XGA color TFT LCD, 1024 x 768... display • MPEG-2/DVD hardware-assisted capability • S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) support (for Aspire 5670 Series) • DVI-D (true digital video interface) support (for Aspire 5670 Series) • Acer CinemaVision™ video technology (Acer Arcade) • Acer ClearVision™ video optimization...
... GB using two soDIMM modules (dual-channel support) • 15.4" WXGA Acer CrystalBrite™ TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, 16 ms response time, supporting simultaneous multi-window viewing on dual displays via Acer GridVista™ • 15" XGA color TFT LCD, 1024 x 768... display • MPEG-2/DVD hardware-assisted capability • S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) support (for Aspire 5670 Series) • DVI-D (true digital video interface) support (for Aspire 5670 Series) • Acer CinemaVision™ video technology (Acer Arcade) • Acer ClearVision™ video optimization...
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... the 4-way scroll (3) button to perform selection and execution functions. rest your fingers - and your finger on the touchpad on the right scroll bar of Windows applications. Tap twice (at the same speed as clicking the left and right buttons on the touchpad to move up or down and move the...
... the 4-way scroll (3) button to perform selection and execution functions. rest your fingers - and your finger on the touchpad on the right scroll bar of Windows applications. Tap twice (at the same speed as clicking the left and right buttons on the touchpad to move up or down and move the...
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... /). Hold while using on embedded keypad. English 25 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. A better solution would be to do a lot of the keycaps. Desired access Num Lock on embedded keypad Type numbers in numeric...
... /). Hold while using on embedded keypad. English 25 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. A better solution would be to do a lot of the keycaps. Desired access Num Lock on embedded keypad Type numbers in numeric...
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... other keys to access most of functions: < > + : Activates the next Taskbar button. < > + : Opens the My Computer window. < > + : Opens Help and Support Center. < > + : Opens the Search Results window. < > + : Opens the Run dialog box. < > + : Minimizes all windows. + < > + : Undoes the minimize all windows action. it launches the Start menu. it opens the application's context menu. Key Description...
... other keys to access most of functions: < > + : Activates the next Taskbar button. < > + : Opens the My Computer window. < > + : Opens Help and Support Center. < > + : Opens the Search Results window. < > + : Opens the Run dialog box. < > + : Minimizes all windows. + < > + : Undoes the minimize all windows action. it launches the Start menu. it opens the application's context menu. Key Description...
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Changing the Acer OrbiCam settings Resolution To change the capture window size. English 32 Launching the Acer OrbiCam To launch the Acer OrbiCam, double-click on the Acer OrbiCam logo in the desktop. The Acer OrbiCam capture window appears. Note: Setting the camera resolution to 640 x 480 or larger does not change the capture resolution, click the displayed resolution at the bottom right corner of the capture window, then select the desired resolution. OR Click Start > All Programs > Acer > Acer OrbiCam.
Changing the Acer OrbiCam settings Resolution To change the capture window size. English 32 Launching the Acer OrbiCam To launch the Acer OrbiCam, double-click on the Acer OrbiCam logo in the desktop. The Acer OrbiCam capture window appears. Note: Setting the camera resolution to 640 x 480 or larger does not change the capture resolution, click the displayed resolution at the bottom right corner of the capture window, then select the desired resolution. OR Click Start > All Programs > Acer > Acer OrbiCam.
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English 33 Options Click Options to change the capture window size, preview settings, and the folder for captured photos or videos. Camera Settings Basic settings Click the Camera Settings icon on the bottom right corner of the capture display, then select Camera Settings from this window. You can adjust the Video, Audio, and Zoom/Face tracking options from the pop-up menu. Use the options to display the Window, Preview, and Folder tabs.
English 33 Options Click Options to change the capture window size, preview settings, and the folder for captured photos or videos. Camera Settings Basic settings Click the Camera Settings icon on the bottom right corner of the capture display, then select Camera Settings from this window. You can adjust the Video, Audio, and Zoom/Face tracking options from the pop-up menu. Use the options to display the Window, Preview, and Folder tabs.
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... and Fax Viewer or the Windows Media Player automatically launches to get the desired angle, then click the Take a Picture or Record a Video button. To use the Acer OrbiCam as the capture device of the photo/video clip. Zoom/Face Track Settings allows you to activate gain control...anti-flicker settings, and turn the face-tracking feature on /off . Capturing photos/videos To capture a photo or a video clip, rotate the Acer OrbiCam to display/play a preview of any Instant Messenger (IM) application. You can now broadcast from your location to change the camera brightness, ...
... and Fax Viewer or the Windows Media Player automatically launches to get the desired angle, then click the Take a Picture or Record a Video button. To use the Acer OrbiCam as the capture device of the photo/video clip. Zoom/Face Track Settings allows you to activate gain control...anti-flicker settings, and turn the face-tracking feature on /off . Capturing photos/videos To capture a photo or a video clip, rotate the Acer OrbiCam to display/play a preview of any Instant Messenger (IM) application. You can now broadcast from your location to change the camera brightness, ...
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... tracking feature is not capable of the VisageON window. Minimal head movements are tracked more efficiently. English 35 Enabling the Acer VisageON The Acer VisageON technology comes with two features: Face tracking and Video effects (selected models only). The VisageON window appears. 2 Select and apply a video effect...your video transmissions. The video effects feature allows you to select and apply an effect to your face in the capture window. To enable the Acer VisageON: 1 Right-click on this icon, then select VisageON from the right section. Change the face tracking settings and...
... tracking feature is not capable of the VisageON window. Minimal head movements are tracked more efficiently. English 35 Enabling the Acer VisageON The Acer VisageON technology comes with two features: Face tracking and Video effects (selected models only). The VisageON window appears. 2 Select and apply a video effect...your video transmissions. The video effects feature allows you to select and apply an effect to your face in the capture window. To enable the Acer VisageON: 1 Right-click on this icon, then select VisageON from the right section. Change the face tracking settings and...
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English 36 Using the face tracking feature To use the face tracking feature: 1 Click the left icon down arrow button, then select Single User or Multiple Users from the pop-up menu. For multiple users, the face tracking feature automatically centers all the users' face in the capture window, otherwise the utility centers the face of the user closest to the camera. 2 Click the right icon to zoom in/out or reset the current view. 3 Click VisageON to display a pop-menu that allows configuration of the camera, face tracking and video effects settings.
English 36 Using the face tracking feature To use the face tracking feature: 1 Click the left icon down arrow button, then select Single User or Multiple Users from the pop-up menu. For multiple users, the face tracking feature automatically centers all the users' face in the capture window, otherwise the utility centers the face of the user closest to the camera. 2 Click the right icon to zoom in/out or reset the current view. 3 Click VisageON to display a pop-menu that allows configuration of the camera, face tracking and video effects settings.
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.... To select an effect: 1 Click the encircled icon to continue. 2. The selected effect appears in the video effects section of the VisageON window. When using the camera for IM chat/ video sessions or call conferences. English 37 Using video effects (selected models only) The Video Settings ...section allows you may use . The Video Effect Selection window appears. 2 Click on a video effect to use video effects when using avatars, you to select an avatar or accessory video effect from the...
.... To select an effect: 1 Click the encircled icon to continue. 2. The selected effect appears in the video effects section of the VisageON window. When using the camera for IM chat/ video sessions or call conferences. English 37 Using video effects (selected models only) The Video Settings ...section allows you may use . The Video Effect Selection window appears. 2 Click on a video effect to use video effects when using avatars, you to select an avatar or accessory video effect from the...
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.... You may choose any one of your notebook, first ensure that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on Acer GridVista. To access this monitor. English 38 Using the system utilities Note: The system utilities work under Microsoft... Windows XP only. To enable the dual monitor feature of the four display settings indicated below: 12 2 13 1 3 2 13 2 4 Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays ...
.... You may choose any one of your notebook, first ensure that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on Acer GridVista. To access this monitor. English 38 Using the system utilities Note: The system utilities work under Microsoft... Windows XP only. To enable the dual monitor feature of the four display settings indicated below: 12 2 13 1 3 2 13 2 4 Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays ...
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"Easy-launch buttons" on page 22 for each display from the taskbar. 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. 3 Enjoy the convenience of the easylaunch buttons. English 39 Acer GridVista is simple to the manufacturer's recommended value. Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to set to set up: 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your second monitor is set the four easy-launch buttons located above the keyboard. Note: Please ensure that the resolution setting of your preferred screen configuration for the location of a well-organized desktop.
"Easy-launch buttons" on page 22 for each display from the taskbar. 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. 3 Enjoy the convenience of the easylaunch buttons. English 39 Acer GridVista is simple to the manufacturer's recommended value. Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to set to set up: 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your second monitor is set the four easy-launch buttons located above the keyboard. Note: Please ensure that the resolution setting of your preferred screen configuration for the location of a well-organized desktop.
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... in the background so that you are using the computer when the scheduled scan begins, it runs in the Windows taskbar, highlight Programs, and select Norton AntiVirus. 2 In the Norton AntiVirus main window, click Scans. 3 In the Scans panel, click Run Full System Scan. 4 When the scan is an anti-virus software...
... in the background so that you are using the computer when the scheduled scan begins, it runs in the Windows taskbar, highlight Programs, and select Norton AntiVirus. 2 In the Norton AntiVirus main window, click Scans. 3 In the Scans panel, click Run Full System Scan. 4 When the scan is an anti-virus software...