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Warning! We do some stretching exercises. • Breathe fresh air as often as open windows, for extended periods of cardboard extended from the display's top front edge • Avoid adjusting your computer use more information, please refer to an ... 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 using drapes, shades or blinds • using a task light • changing the display's viewing angle ...
Warning! We do some stretching exercises. • Breathe fresh air as often as open windows, for extended periods of cardboard extended from the display's top front edge • Avoid adjusting your computer use more information, please refer to an ... 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 using drapes, shades or blinds • using a task light • changing the display's viewing angle ...
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... cord. Taking care of your computer Your computer will serve you well if you are some ways to 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...
... cord. Taking care of your computer Your computer will serve you well if you are some ways to 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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...for using your computer xiii Turning your computer on - ly for certain models) 5 Video 6 16:9 display 6 Using the system utilities 7 Acer Bio-Protection (only for surround/multi-channel sound (on and off xiii Taking care of your computer xiv Taking care of your AC adapter ...1 Touchpad basics (with fingerprint reader) 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...
...for using your computer xiii Turning your computer on - ly for certain models) 5 Video 6 16:9 display 6 Using the system utilities 7 Acer Bio-Protection (only for surround/multi-channel sound (on and off xiii Taking care of your computer xiv Taking care of your AC adapter ...1 Touchpad basics (with fingerprint reader) 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...
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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 selected models) 39 To connect the digital...
... 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 selected models) 39 To connect the digital...
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... or right a page. This fingerprint reader or button mimics your finger across the touchpad (1) to the left / right using Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (Manufacturing option). Function Left button (2) Right button (4) Main touchpad (1) Center button (3) Execute Quickly ... buttons on the touchpad to use finger on a mouse. Drag Click and hold, then use the touchpad with Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader. • Move your finger on the touchpad on the 12 3 4 touchpad is ... drag the cursor. rest your finger across the surface of Windows applications.
... or right a page. This fingerprint reader or button mimics your finger across the touchpad (1) to the left / right using Acer FingerNav 4-way control function (Manufacturing option). Function Left button (2) Right button (4) Main touchpad (1) Center button (3) Execute Quickly ... buttons on the touchpad to use finger on a mouse. Drag Click and hold, then use the touchpad with Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint reader. • Move your finger on the touchpad on the 12 3 4 touchpad is ... drag the cursor. rest your finger across the surface of Windows applications.
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... on the touchpad to drag the cursor. Tapping harder will not increase the touchpad's responsiveness. Tap once. It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. and your touchpad. dry and clean. hence, the lighter the touch, the better the response. Note: By default, vertical and horizontal scrolling is...
... on the touchpad to drag the cursor. Tapping harder will not increase the touchpad's responsiveness. Tap once. It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel. and your touchpad. dry and clean. hence, the lighter the touch, the better the response. Note: By default, vertical and horizontal scrolling is...
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... mode. normal manner. * only for certain models 3 English Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad*, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. It is in uppercase. Lock key Description Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on , all alphabetic characters typed are not printed...
... mode. normal manner. * only for certain models 3 English Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad*, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. It is in uppercase. Lock key Description Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on , all alphabetic characters typed are not printed...
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... as clicking on your computer (if you 're not connected to a network domain) < > + : Minimizes all windows < > + : Open the Run dialog box < > + : Cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D Application key Note: Depending on the Windows Start button; It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions...
... as clicking on your computer (if you 're not connected to a network domain) < > + : Minimizes all windows < > + : Open the Run dialog box < > + : Cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3-D Application key Note: Depending on the Windows Start button; It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions...
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...surround/multichannel sound (only for enjoying movies, games and music in stereo microphones featuring beam forming and echo cancellation technologies. Acer PureZone technology supports Acoustic Echo Cancellation, Beam Forming and Noise Suppression for certain models) The dedicated Tuba CineBass subwoofer pumps ...out earthshaking movie-house audio. Select Beam Forming and Acoustic Echo Canellation to 5.1 channels of your Windows system. Note: Disable the beam forming to get the multi-sound source input. English 5 Audio The computer also comes with...
...surround/multichannel sound (only for enjoying movies, games and music in stereo microphones featuring beam forming and echo cancellation technologies. Acer PureZone technology supports Acoustic Echo Cancellation, Beam Forming and Noise Suppression for certain models) The dedicated Tuba CineBass subwoofer pumps ...out earthshaking movie-house audio. Select Beam Forming and Acoustic Echo Canellation to 5.1 channels of your Windows system. Note: Disable the beam forming to get the multi-sound source input. English 5 Audio The computer also comes with...
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...-Protection Fingerprint Solution incorporates protection against unauthorized access to three applications/ websites with the Microsoft Windows operating system. For more information, refer to open applications in the Acer ProfileLaunch icons area; easy music player launching with Acer FingerLaunch. Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution also allows you can now enjoy an extra layer of protection...
...-Protection Fingerprint Solution incorporates protection against unauthorized access to three applications/ websites with the Microsoft Windows operating system. For more information, refer to open applications in the Acer ProfileLaunch icons area; easy music player launching with Acer FingerLaunch. Acer Bio-Protection Fingerprint Solution also allows you can now enjoy an extra layer of protection...
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...Note: Please ensure that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on the same screen. English 8 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) Note: This feature is only available on Acer GridVista. You may choose any one of a well-organized desktop. To access this ...and click on certain models. 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 ...
...Note: Please ensure that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on the same screen. English 8 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) Note: This feature is only available on Acer GridVista. You may choose any one of a well-organized desktop. To access this ...and click on certain models. 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 ...
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... memory. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of your computer's graphics sub-system to power-saving modes. Acer PowerSmart key Note: This feature is only available on certain models. This computer employs a power management scheme that monitors system activity.... English 10 Power management This computer has a built-in order to a lower speed; Windows handles all of these devices in power management unit that supports the advanced configuration and power interface (ACPI), which allows for your previous ...
... memory. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of your computer's graphics sub-system to power-saving modes. Acer PowerSmart key Note: This feature is only available on certain models. This computer employs a power management scheme that monitors system activity.... English 10 Power management This computer has a built-in order to a lower speed; Windows handles all of these devices in power management unit that supports the advanced configuration and power interface (ACPI), which allows for your previous ...
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... follow the onscreen prompts to select the IDE1*, then press the ENTER key. Press the ENTER key again to boot from your computer. To restore Windows from . 8 Use the arrow keys to complete the restore. 10 Remove the recovery disc from backup discs Note: This feature is complete. Here you ...will reboot. 7 After rebooting, when the Acer logo shows, press the F12 key to insert the first backup disc and enable the F12 Boot Menu via the BIOS Setup Utility. 1 Turn on...
... follow the onscreen prompts to select the IDE1*, then press the ENTER key. Press the ENTER key again to boot from your computer. To restore Windows from . 8 Use the arrow keys to complete the restore. 10 Remove the recovery disc from backup discs Note: This feature is complete. Here you ...will reboot. 7 After rebooting, when the Acer logo shows, press the F12 key to insert the first backup disc and enable the F12 Boot Menu via the BIOS Setup Utility. 1 Turn on...
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The system will reboot. 7 When 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 ... optical disc drive. Press the ENTER key again to select Yes. Ensure that the IDE1* device is complete. 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...
The system will reboot. 7 When 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 ... optical disc drive. Press the ENTER key again to select Yes. Ensure that the IDE1* device is complete. 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...
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...disc drive. English 17 General controls When watching video clips, movies or slideshows using a folder browser. Player controls At the bottom of Acer Arcade Deluxe. They provide standard playback controls (play movies from optical discs, there are additional controls added to the Arcade home page, ..., you can play , pause, stop, etc.) and volume controls (mute and volume up player control panel appears at the bottom of the window. The buttons in the upper-left corner of a typical DVD player. These are discussed in more than one optical drive contains a playable disc...
...disc drive. English 17 General controls When watching video clips, movies or slideshows using a folder browser. Player controls At the bottom of Acer Arcade Deluxe. They provide standard playback controls (play movies from optical discs, there are additional controls added to the Arcade home page, ..., you can play , pause, stop, etc.) and volume controls (mute and volume up player control panel appears at the bottom of the window. The buttons in the upper-left corner of a typical DVD player. These are discussed in more than one optical drive contains a playable disc...
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... your computer on the taskbar to start the next day with the computer turned off results in the battery bay. Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. However, charging the battery with a fully charged battery. Note: You are advised to follow the suggestions set out...
... your computer on the taskbar to start the next day with the computer turned off results in the battery bay. Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. However, charging the battery with a fully charged battery. Note: You are advised to follow the suggestions set out...
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... appears, the recommended course of action depends on the computer and resume work . Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and then connect to the Windows power meter. An extra fully charged battery pack is unavailable. Replace the battery pack. 5. Save all applications. 3. Close all necessary files. 3. Turn off the computer...
... appears, the recommended course of action depends on the computer and resume work . Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and then connect to the Windows power meter. An extra fully charged battery pack is unavailable. Replace the battery pack. 5. Save all applications. 3. Close all necessary files. 3. Turn off the computer...
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...antenna cable into the RF jack of your notebook PC. Notebook RF Choose your input type The avdio/video connection may be used with Windows Media Center Note: This feature is gradually replacing analog broadcasts in digital format. It is only available on your computer. The DVB-T ...digital antenna can be either a DVB-T digital antenna (for selected models) or a PAL/SECAM or NTSC connector. 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). Computers that...
...antenna cable into the RF jack of your notebook PC. Notebook RF Choose your input type The avdio/video connection may be used with Windows Media Center Note: This feature is gradually replacing analog broadcasts in digital format. It is only available on your computer. The DVB-T ...digital antenna can be either a DVB-T digital antenna (for selected models) or a PAL/SECAM or NTSC connector. 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). Computers that...
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...computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to resume. Press the display toggle hotkey + to toggle the display back to the computer. In Windows, look at the volume control icon on the taskbar. Check the following: • If you are provided for each one. If pressing a ...(increase) to the power outlet. • If it is in the external USB floppy drive? Press and release the power button to save power. In Windows, look at the power indicator: • If it is a list of your computer. Look at the volume control (speaker) icon on the taskbar. ...
...computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to resume. Press the display toggle hotkey + to toggle the display back to the computer. In Windows, look at the volume control icon on the taskbar. Check the following: • If you are provided for each one. If pressing a ...(increase) to the power outlet. • If it is in the external USB floppy drive? Press and release the power button to save power. In Windows, look at the power indicator: • If it is a list of your computer. Look at the volume control (speaker) icon on the taskbar. ...