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...8226; Microsoft Vista upgrade support • Linux Suse v9.1 and Limpus v9.2 (Driver support Platform • Intel® Centrino® Duo mobile processor technology featuring: • Intel® Core2 Duo mobile processor T7300/T7500/T7700 (4 MB L2 cache, 2/2.2 /2.4 GHz, 800 MHz FSB), or T7100 (2 MB L2 ...or • Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG (dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/g) network connection Wi-Fi CERTIFIED® solution, supporting Acer SignalUp wireless technology System Memory • DDR II 533/677 SDRAM memory interface design. 2 memory slots, 2GB maximum gmemory for one Slotg...
...8226; Microsoft Vista upgrade support • Linux Suse v9.1 and Limpus v9.2 (Driver support Platform • Intel® Centrino® Duo mobile processor technology featuring: • Intel® Core2 Duo mobile processor T7300/T7500/T7700 (4 MB L2 cache, 2/2.2 /2.4 GHz, 800 MHz FSB), or T7100 (2 MB L2 ...or • Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG (dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/g) network connection Wi-Fi CERTIFIED® solution, supporting Acer SignalUp wireless technology System Memory • DDR II 533/677 SDRAM memory interface design. 2 memory slots, 2GB maximum gmemory for one Slotg...
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...ture digital video interface) with HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) support • Acer ArcadeTM featuring Acer CinemaVisionTM and Acer ClearVision technologies Audio • Dolby®-certified surround sound system with two built-in stereo...featuring: • Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam, supporting Acer PrimaLite technology • Acer PureZone technology • Optional Acer Xpress VoIP phone • WLAN: Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN (dual-band quad-mode 802.11a/b/g/Draft-N) network connection, supporting Acer SignalUp with PTT approval; FV2-New Aspire...
...ture digital video interface) with HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) support • Acer ArcadeTM featuring Acer CinemaVisionTM and Acer ClearVision technologies Audio • Dolby®-certified surround sound system with two built-in stereo...featuring: • Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam, supporting Acer PrimaLite technology • Acer PureZone technology • Optional Acer Xpress VoIP phone • WLAN: Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN (dual-band quad-mode 802.11a/b/g/Draft-N) network connection, supporting Acer SignalUp with PTT approval; FV2-New Aspire...
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... to change the camera brightness, contrast, hue, saturation, sharpness, etc. Capturing Photos/Videos To capture a photo or a video clip, rotate the Acer OrbiCam to display or play a preview of the photo/video clip. Note: By default, all photos and videos are saved in the My Pictures and... Track Settings allows you to achieve gain control, implement image mirror, select image enhancements and anti-flicker settings, and turn the face tracking feature on /off . The Properties window will appear. The Windows Picture and Fax Viewer or the Windows Media Player automatically launches to get the...
... to change the camera brightness, contrast, hue, saturation, sharpness, etc. Capturing Photos/Videos To capture a photo or a video clip, rotate the Acer OrbiCam to display or play a preview of the photo/video clip. Note: By default, all photos and videos are saved in the My Pictures and... Track Settings allows you to achieve gain control, implement image mirror, select image enhancements and anti-flicker settings, and turn the face tracking feature on /off . The Properties window will appear. The Windows Picture and Fax Viewer or the Windows Media Player automatically launches to get the...
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... the users' face in the capture window, otherwise the utility centers the face of the user closest to enable the Acer VisageON. 1. To use the face tracking feature: 1. Minimal head movements are tracked more efficiently. Please follow the steps below : 2. You can now broadcast from ...1 Change the face tracking settings and options in the world. Using the Acer OrbiCam as Webcam The Acer OrbiCam is not capable of centering your face in the capture window. Note: The face tracking feature is automatically selected as the capture device of any instant messenger (IM) ...
... the users' face in the capture window, otherwise the utility centers the face of the user closest to enable the Acer VisageON. 1. To use the face tracking feature: 1. Minimal head movements are tracked more efficiently. Please follow the steps below : 2. You can now broadcast from ...1 Change the face tracking settings and options in the world. Using the Acer OrbiCam as Webcam The Acer OrbiCam is not capable of centering your face in the capture window. Note: The face tracking feature is automatically selected as the capture device of any instant messenger (IM) ...
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...upper-right corner of the screen, it features the following handy utilities: • Acer eNet Management hooks up to location-based networks intelligently. • Acer ePower Management extends battery power via versatile usage profiles. • Acer ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts...Note: If you will be prompted to do so when running Acer eLock Management or Acer eRecovery Management for the first time. Empowering Technology Password Before using Acer eLock Management and Acer eRecovery Management, You must initialize the Empowering Technology password. If...
...upper-right corner of the screen, it features the following handy utilities: • Acer eNet Management hooks up to location-based networks intelligently. • Acer ePower Management extends battery power via versatile usage profiles. • Acer ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts...Note: If you will be prompted to do so when running Acer eLock Management or Acer eRecovery Management for the first time. Empowering Technology Password Before using Acer eLock Management and Acer eRecovery Management, You must initialize the Empowering Technology password. If...
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Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. You can also define up to the panel on /off: wireless LAN, Bluetooth, CardBus, fireware (1394), wired LAN and optical device if supported. Select whether this profile is Maximum Performance. To launch it, select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology interface. Change power settings...
Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. You can also define up to the panel on /off: wireless LAN, Bluetooth, CardBus, fireware (1394), wired LAN and optical device if supported. Select whether this profile is Maximum Performance. To launch it, select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology interface. Change power settings...
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...If the computer did not come with the need for recovery disks provided by the manufacturer. Acer eSettings Management also: 34 Chapter 1 Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specification, change BIOS passwords or other Windows settings, and... on the system's HDD. Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is a powerful utility with a Recovery CD or System CD, please use Acer eRecovery Management's System backup to optical disk feature to burn a backup image to CD or DVD. The Acer eRecovery Management utility occupies space ...
...If the computer did not come with the need for recovery disks provided by the manufacturer. Acer eSettings Management also: 34 Chapter 1 Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specification, change BIOS passwords or other Windows settings, and... on the system's HDD. Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is a powerful utility with a Recovery CD or System CD, please use Acer eRecovery Management's System backup to optical disk feature to burn a backup image to CD or DVD. The Acer eRecovery Management utility occupies space ...
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...(vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is connected, then select Start, Control Panel, Display and click on certain models. To enable the dual monitor feature of a well-organized desktop. Select the secondary monitor (2) icon in the display...this function, please go to set up: 1. Acer GridVista is only available on Settings. Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each window into the appropriate grid. 3. Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) Note: This feature is simple to Start > All Programs and ...
...(vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad Acer Gridvista is connected, then select Start, Control Panel, Display and click on certain models. To enable the dual monitor feature of a well-organized desktop. Select the secondary monitor (2) icon in the display...this function, please go to set up: 1. Acer GridVista is only available on Settings. Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each window into the appropriate grid. 3. Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) Note: This feature is simple to Start > All Programs and ...
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... speed data rate) Bluetooth 1.1 (Upgradeable to Bluetooth 1.2 when SIG specification is ratified). LAN Interface Item Chipset Supports LAN protocol LAN connector type LAN connector location Features Specification Broadcom 5787 10/100/1000 Ethernet PCI-E Giga RJ45 Rear side Integrated 10/100/1000 BASE-T transceiver Wake on LAN support compliant with ACPI...
... speed data rate) Bluetooth 1.1 (Upgradeable to Bluetooth 1.2 when SIG specification is ratified). LAN Interface Item Chipset Supports LAN protocol LAN connector type LAN connector location Features Specification Broadcom 5787 10/100/1000 Ethernet PCI-E Giga RJ45 Rear side Integrated 10/100/1000 BASE-T transceiver Wake on LAN support compliant with ACPI...
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... adaptor power supply when you may not boot the system because the BIOS is required for the following conditions: q New versions of system programs q New features or options q Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted. Chapter 2 59 NOTE: Please use the Phlash. Fellow the steps below to finish BIOS flash, you run...
... adaptor power supply when you may not boot the system because the BIOS is required for the following conditions: q New versions of system programs q New features or options q Restore a BIOS when it becomes corrupted. Chapter 2 59 NOTE: Please use the Phlash. Fellow the steps below to finish BIOS flash, you run...
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... only fits in a grounded power outlet. The grounding pin is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug. Make sure the power outlet is a safety feature. iv Warnings • Do not use it under sporting, exercising, or any vibrating environment which will walk on the cord. • If an extension cord...
... only fits in a grounded power outlet. The grounding pin is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug. Make sure the power outlet is a safety feature. iv Warnings • Do not use it under sporting, exercising, or any vibrating environment which will walk on the cord. • If an extension cord...
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... by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by pushing power button. • More power management settings can be done through Acer ePower Management. Incorrect computer usage may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, tenosynovitis or other recurring or persistent discomfort and/...the risk of physical injury. ENERGY STAR qualified home electronic products in a cost effective way and without sacrificing quality or product features. Tips and information for more comfortable computer use . The following section provides tips for comfortable use Computer users may appear in ...
... by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by pushing power button. • More power management settings can be done through Acer ePower Management. Incorrect computer usage may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, tenosynovitis or other recurring or persistent discomfort and/...the risk of physical injury. ENERGY STAR qualified home electronic products in a cost effective way and without sacrificing quality or product features. Tips and information for more comfortable computer use . The following section provides tips for comfortable use Computer users may appear in ...
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...setup program first. Follow the instructions on AcerSystem User's Guide. xiii First things first We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for meeting your computer on and off , the Just for Starters... If Adobe Reader is available in Portable Document ... installation. The printed User's Guide introduces you get started with setting up your notebook. For more productive, please refer to the basic features and functions of the power button. poster helps you to the AcerSystem User's Guide. For instructions on such subjects as system utilities, data...
...setup program first. Follow the instructions on AcerSystem User's Guide. xiii First things first We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for meeting your computer on and off , the Just for Starters... If Adobe Reader is available in Portable Document ... installation. The printed User's Guide introduces you get started with setting up your notebook. For more productive, please refer to the basic features and functions of the power button. poster helps you to the AcerSystem User's Guide. For instructions on such subjects as system utilities, data...
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Scheduling recordings 59 Program guide 59 Find program 59 TV settings 59 Using TeleText functions 60 Acer Arcade Deluxe (for selected models) 61 61 Starting Acer Arcade Deluxe 62 VideoMagician 62 TV Joy (selected models only) 62 SportsCap (selected models only) 62 DV Wizard 63 DVDivine 63 Taking... passwords 68 Entering passwords 69 Setting passwords 69 Expanding through options 70 Connectivity options 70 Fax/data modem 70 Built-in network feature 71 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 71 IEEE 1394 port 72 PC Card slot 72 ExpressCard 74 Installing memory 75
Scheduling recordings 59 Program guide 59 Find program 59 TV settings 59 Using TeleText functions 60 Acer Arcade Deluxe (for selected models) 61 61 Starting Acer Arcade Deluxe 62 VideoMagician 62 TV Joy (selected models only) 62 SportsCap (selected models only) 62 DV Wizard 63 DVDivine 63 Taking... passwords 68 Entering passwords 69 Setting passwords 69 Expanding through options 70 Connectivity options 70 Fax/data modem 70 Built-in network feature 71 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 71 IEEE 1394 port 72 PC Card slot 72 ExpressCard 74 Installing memory 75
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... program group in Start menu, or right-click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select "Acer ePower Management". Using power plans Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans: Balanced, High performance and Power saver. Note: You cannot... and Plugged In modes by clicking "More Power Options". Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for configuring your new power plan. To access this utility, select "Acer ePower Management" from the Empowering Technology toolbar, run the program from the ...
... program group in Start menu, or right-click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select "Acer ePower Management". Using power plans Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans: Balanced, High performance and Power saver. Note: You cannot... and Plugged In modes by clicking "More Power Options". Empowering Technology 4 Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for configuring your new power plan. To access this utility, select "Acer ePower Management" from the Empowering Technology toolbar, run the program from the ...
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Empowering Technology 12 For more information, please refer to CD or DVD. To ensure the best results when recovering your system using a CD or Acer eRecovery Management, detach all peripherals (except the external Acer ODD, if your computer has one), including your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD, please use Acer eRecovery Management's "System backup to optical disc" feature to burn a backup image to "Acer eRecovery Management" on page 82 in the AcerSystem User's Guide. Note: If your Acer ezDock.
Empowering Technology 12 For more information, please refer to CD or DVD. To ensure the best results when recovering your system using a CD or Acer eRecovery Management, detach all peripherals (except the external Acer ODD, if your computer has one), including your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD, please use Acer eRecovery Management's "System backup to optical disc" feature to burn a backup image to "Acer eRecovery Management" on page 82 in the AcerSystem User's Guide. Note: If your Acer ezDock.
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... Platform System memory Display Graphics • Windows Vista™ Ultimate • Windows Vista™ Home Premium • Intel® Centrino® Duo mobile processor technology, featuring: • Intel® Core™2 Duo mobile processor T7300/T7500/ T7700 (4 MB L2 cache, 2/2.2 /2.4 GHz, 800 MHz FSB), or T7100 (2 MB L2 ...) • S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) support • True digital video interface (DVI-D) with High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) support • Acer Arcade™ featuring Acer CinemaVision™ and Acer ClearVision™ technologies
... Platform System memory Display Graphics • Windows Vista™ Ultimate • Windows Vista™ Home Premium • Intel® Centrino® Duo mobile processor technology, featuring: • Intel® Core™2 Duo mobile processor T7300/T7500/ T7700 (4 MB L2 cache, 2/2.2 /2.4 GHz, 800 MHz FSB), or T7100 (2 MB L2 ...) • S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) support • True digital video interface (DVI-D) with High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) support • Acer Arcade™ featuring Acer CinemaVision™ and Acer ClearVision™ technologies
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...system with two built-in stereo microphones featuring beam forming, echo cancellation, and noise suppression technologies Acer Video Conference, featuring: • Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam, supporting Acer PrimaLite™ technology • Acer PureZone technology • Optional Acer Xpress VoIP phone • WLAN: Intel...92 with two built-in stereo speakers and one subwoofer supporting lowfrequency effects • Dolby® Home Theater audio enhancement featuring Dolby® Digital, Dolby® Digital Live, Dolby® PRO LOGIC® II, Dolby® Digital Stereo Creator...
...system with two built-in stereo microphones featuring beam forming, echo cancellation, and noise suppression technologies Acer Video Conference, featuring: • Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam, supporting Acer PrimaLite™ technology • Acer PureZone technology • Optional Acer Xpress VoIP phone • WLAN: Intel...92 with two built-in stereo speakers and one subwoofer supporting lowfrequency effects • Dolby® Home Theater audio enhancement featuring Dolby® Digital, Dolby® Digital Live, Dolby® PRO LOGIC® II, Dolby® Digital Stereo Creator...
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..., ePower, ePresentation, eDataSecurity (for selected models) , eLock, eRecovery, eSettings, eAudio Management) • Acer Arcade™ • Acer Arcade Deluxe™ featuring DV Wizard, VideoMagician , DVDivine and Acer HomeMedia • Acer Crystal Eye • Acer GridVista™ • Acer Launch Manager • Acer PureZone • Acer Video Conference Manager • Adobe® Reader® • CyberLink® PowerProducer® •...
..., ePower, ePresentation, eDataSecurity (for selected models) , eLock, eRecovery, eSettings, eAudio Management) • Acer Arcade™ • Acer Arcade Deluxe™ featuring DV Wizard, VideoMagician , DVDivine and Acer HomeMedia • Acer Crystal Eye • Acer GridVista™ • Acer Launch Manager • Acer PureZone • Acer Video Conference Manager • Adobe® Reader® • CyberLink® PowerProducer® •...
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... for enjoying movies, games and music in the sysetm tray of headphones. Dolby Virtual Speaker Surround yourself with the Dolby® Home Theater audio enhancement featuring Dolby® PRO LOGIC II, Dolby® Digital Live, Dolby® Headphone, Dolby® Virtual Speaker technologies to an A/ V receiver for playback. Set playback as... by right-clicking the Volume Mixer icon in a realistic, multi-channel audio environment. English 37 Using Dolby Home Theater for surround/multi-channel sound Your Acer notebook comes with sound, not speakers.
... for enjoying movies, games and music in the sysetm tray of headphones. Dolby Virtual Speaker Surround yourself with the Dolby® Home Theater audio enhancement featuring Dolby® PRO LOGIC II, Dolby® Digital Live, Dolby® Headphone, Dolby® Virtual Speaker technologies to an A/ V receiver for playback. Set playback as... by right-clicking the Volume Mixer icon in a realistic, multi-channel audio environment. English 37 Using Dolby Home Theater for surround/multi-channel sound Your Acer notebook comes with sound, not speakers.