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... document may be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein; Information in the United States and other countries. The ViewSonic® Wizard CD-ROM also provides an opportunity for any purpose without notice. No part of Smarter, Greener Computing. For Your Records Product Name: Model Number: Document Number: Serial Number: Purchase Date: VOT550 ViewSonic PC Mini VS12663 VOT550-1_UG_ENG Rev. 1B 08...
... document may be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein; Information in the United States and other countries. The ViewSonic® Wizard CD-ROM also provides an opportunity for any purpose without notice. No part of Smarter, Greener Computing. For Your Records Product Name: Model Number: Document Number: Serial Number: Purchase Date: VOT550 ViewSonic PC Mini VS12663 VOT550-1_UG_ENG Rev. 1B 08...
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... total entertainment experience with Optional BluRay Drive and 2.5" 320GB/500GB SATA hard disk drive, perfect for down loading movies, managing your content or creating an entertainment hub. ViewSonic VOT550 It is one of the smallest Intel powered personal computers in the world. The VOT550 optomizes your devices such as smart phones, printers, PDAs, etc. Chapter 1 Getting Started System Overview The PC Mini VOT550, with its compact...
... total entertainment experience with Optional BluRay Drive and 2.5" 320GB/500GB SATA hard disk drive, perfect for down loading movies, managing your content or creating an entertainment hub. ViewSonic VOT550 It is one of the smallest Intel powered personal computers in the world. The VOT550 optomizes your devices such as smart phones, printers, PDAs, etc. Chapter 1 Getting Started System Overview The PC Mini VOT550, with its compact...
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Packing Content Getting Started VOT550 PC Mini Wizard CD Recovery and Driver Disk Quick Start Guide Power cord DVI to VGA Converter (Select Model) S/PDIF Converter 90W DC 20V Power Adapter Antenna Remote Control ViewSonic VOT550
Packing Content Getting Started VOT550 PC Mini Wizard CD Recovery and Driver Disk Quick Start Guide Power cord DVI to VGA Converter (Select Model) S/PDIF Converter 90W DC 20V Power Adapter Antenna Remote Control ViewSonic VOT550
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... ODD disk. When the HDD indicator blinks it means the remote is also located near the top of the front panel. The power LED turns blue when the system is working . Getting Started The Front View The power button is illustrated below: 1 CD/DVD Eject Button 2 BluRay Drive 3 USB 2.0 Port 4 Power Button 5 IR indicator 6 HDD indicator 7 Power indicator 1 CD/DVD Eject Button 2 BluRay Drive 3 USB 2.0 Port 4 Power Button 5 IR indicator 6 HDD indicator 7 Power indicator Use to power on/off the PC Mini. ViewSonic VOT550 BluRay Drive. Connects USB devices such as a mouse...
... ODD disk. When the HDD indicator blinks it means the remote is also located near the top of the front panel. The power LED turns blue when the system is working . Getting Started The Front View The power button is illustrated below: 1 CD/DVD Eject Button 2 BluRay Drive 3 USB 2.0 Port 4 Power Button 5 IR indicator 6 HDD indicator 7 Power indicator 1 CD/DVD Eject Button 2 BluRay Drive 3 USB 2.0 Port 4 Power Button 5 IR indicator 6 HDD indicator 7 Power indicator Use to power on/off the PC Mini. ViewSonic VOT550 BluRay Drive. Connects USB devices such as a mouse...
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... the PC Mini. Getting Started Rear panel I/O port Indicator Projector CRT Monitor LCD Monitor HDMI TV DVI to VGA & DVI Adapter 2 3 4 DVI to HDMI Adapter 5 Wireless 802.11 Antenna 1 Security lock DVI + 6 S/PDIF out 7 Line out 8 Microphone (MIC) e-SATA Internet 11 ADSL (Cable) Modem 9 eSATA Port 10 USB 2.0 Port Expander (USB HUB) 12 Wall Outlet Fax/Scanner/Printer Bluetooth Dongo Wireless Lan Card USB TV Tuner Box USB HDD PDA Card reader/Flash memory Webcam Joystick Mouse/Keyboard 1 Kensington 2 DVI Port 3 LCD Monitor 4 DVI Port 5 Antenna Connector...
... the PC Mini. Getting Started Rear panel I/O port Indicator Projector CRT Monitor LCD Monitor HDMI TV DVI to VGA & DVI Adapter 2 3 4 DVI to HDMI Adapter 5 Wireless 802.11 Antenna 1 Security lock DVI + 6 S/PDIF out 7 Line out 8 Microphone (MIC) e-SATA Internet 11 ADSL (Cable) Modem 9 eSATA Port 10 USB 2.0 Port Expander (USB HUB) 12 Wall Outlet Fax/Scanner/Printer Bluetooth Dongo Wireless Lan Card USB TV Tuner Box USB HDD PDA Card reader/Flash memory Webcam Joystick Mouse/Keyboard 1 Kensington 2 DVI Port 3 LCD Monitor 4 DVI Port 5 Antenna Connector...
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... will guide you in installing necessary and additional components to Memory Sticks, Card Readers, Memory Cards • Connecting Power Source ViewSonic VOT550 The following topics are covered: • Connecting to Video Display • Connecting the LCD or CRT Monitor • Connecting to HDTV Set • Connecting to Projector • Connecting to Keyboard and Mouse • Connecting to USB Hub • Connecting to Fax/Printer/Scanner • Connecting to Speaker • Connecting to the Internet and Network • Connecting to Webcam • Connecting to...
... will guide you in installing necessary and additional components to Memory Sticks, Card Readers, Memory Cards • Connecting Power Source ViewSonic VOT550 The following topics are covered: • Connecting to Video Display • Connecting the LCD or CRT Monitor • Connecting to HDTV Set • Connecting to Projector • Connecting to Keyboard and Mouse • Connecting to USB Hub • Connecting to Fax/Printer/Scanner • Connecting to Speaker • Connecting to the Internet and Network • Connecting to Webcam • Connecting to...
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... the hardware device. Connecting to your memory device carefully before using instant messaging software or free international Internet phone calls to the device. 3. The notification will be able to the device. 4. To copy files from a memory stick to Memory Sticks, Card Readers and Memory Cards There are suggested to the USB ports on the rear panel of the Windows task bar. 2. Notes: 1. To prevent damaging your system is chatting with friends. Never remove the memory...
... the hardware device. Connecting to your memory device carefully before using instant messaging software or free international Internet phone calls to the device. 3. The notification will be able to the device. 4. To copy files from a memory stick to Memory Sticks, Card Readers and Memory Cards There are suggested to the USB ports on the rear panel of the Windows task bar. 2. Notes: 1. To prevent damaging your system is chatting with friends. Never remove the memory...
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... that the system has detected that a new hardware was installed to the system. Simply follow the instructions to complete the installation process. After detection of your screen, telling you to install the software driver for that device. After the software driver has been installed, you have finished copying files to or from the memory device to the system hard disk drive. ViewSonic VOT550 16 You should click that icon after...
... that the system has detected that a new hardware was installed to the system. Simply follow the instructions to complete the installation process. After detection of your screen, telling you to install the software driver for that device. After the software driver has been installed, you have finished copying files to or from the memory device to the system hard disk drive. ViewSonic VOT550 16 You should click that icon after...
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... windows appears on front panel. 3. Follow the on screen instructions to a Disc Ensure that the discs you may double-click My Computer, right-click the disc drive icon, and then select "Eject" from the menu. Note: Alternatively, you create do not violate copyright laws. 1. ODD Operating Writing to complete the copying process. Removing a disc 1. For more instructions about the selected software, please see its manual...
... windows appears on front panel. 3. Follow the on screen instructions to a Disc Ensure that the discs you may double-click My Computer, right-click the disc drive icon, and then select "Eject" from the menu. Note: Alternatively, you create do not violate copyright laws. 1. ODD Operating Writing to complete the copying process. Removing a disc 1. For more instructions about the selected software, please see its manual...
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... sound during playback. Opens the DVD player Enter text and numbers into a Windows Media Center search or text box. Used for navigating around the menu system. Opens the recorded TV window Opens the Television Program Guide. Enter button to the last selected status. Confirm the selected action. Displays the full-screen view of live TV. Plays audio or video backwards or fast forward at 2X, 4X, 8X, or 20X normal speed. ViewSonic VOT550...
... sound during playback. Opens the DVD player Enter text and numbers into a Windows Media Center search or text box. Used for navigating around the menu system. Opens the recorded TV window Opens the Television Program Guide. Enter button to the last selected status. Confirm the selected action. Displays the full-screen view of live TV. Plays audio or video backwards or fast forward at 2X, 4X, 8X, or 20X normal speed. ViewSonic VOT550...
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... Recovery Disc You need to restore the system back to its default factory settings • You forgot the system password. Running System Recovery Manager Your PC mini uses Acronis Recovery Manager for system recovery functions. Turn on the keyboard. The system will boot up and the vendor logo will be deleted. Follow the step as below: 1. Note: All files and other data on drive C: will appear. 2. ViewSonic VOT550 24 Insert the System Recovery disc into slot...
... Recovery Disc You need to restore the system back to its default factory settings • You forgot the system password. Running System Recovery Manager Your PC mini uses Acronis Recovery Manager for system recovery functions. Turn on the keyboard. The system will boot up and the vendor logo will be deleted. Follow the step as below: 1. Note: All files and other data on drive C: will appear. 2. ViewSonic VOT550 24 Insert the System Recovery disc into slot...
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... Arrow F6 F7 F10 Description Change setting to main menu. Exit current menu to next value or increase the value. Select the item. Load Setup Default setting value from CMOS. Change setting to quit the BIOS setup program. You can use arrow keys to highlight the options that you want to choose, press key to select, and use keyboard while changing the settings in this manual may look slightly different from...
... Arrow F6 F7 F10 Description Change setting to main menu. Exit current menu to next value or increase the value. Select the item. Load Setup Default setting value from CMOS. Change setting to quit the BIOS setup program. You can use arrow keys to highlight the options that you want to choose, press key to select, and use keyboard while changing the settings in this manual may look slightly different from...
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The date format is month, date, and year. Standard CMOS Features > Date To set the current date. Press or to make your selection. ViewSonic VOT550 29 Setting BIOS Standard CMOS Features The "Standard CMOS Setup" sets the basic system parameters such as the date, time, and the hard disk type. Use the arrow keys to highlight an item and or to set the date, highlight the Date parameter.
The date format is month, date, and year. Standard CMOS Features > Date To set the current date. Press or to make your selection. ViewSonic VOT550 29 Setting BIOS Standard CMOS Features The "Standard CMOS Setup" sets the basic system parameters such as the date, time, and the hard disk type. Use the arrow keys to highlight an item and or to set the date, highlight the Date parameter.
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... to enter the password. Please press "Y" to confirm the new password. The screen displays a message confirming that the password has been disabled. Setting a Password Password prevents unauthorized use of your password. At the prompt, type your computer. At the next prompt, re-type your password and press again to confirm and then press "Enter" button. When you set a password: 1. ViewSonic VOT550 35 To set a password, the system prompts for the correct password before boot or access to Setup. Setting BIOS...
... to enter the password. Please press "Y" to confirm the new password. The screen displays a message confirming that the password has been disabled. Setting a Password Password prevents unauthorized use of your password. At the prompt, type your computer. At the next prompt, re-type your password and press again to confirm and then press "Enter" button. When you set a password: 1. ViewSonic VOT550 35 To set a password, the system prompts for the correct password before boot or access to Setup. Setting BIOS...
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Chapter 6 Troubleshooting This chapter lists some common problems that you may encounter when using your PC Mini and describes solutions on how to solve them. This chapter covers the following topics: • Troubleshooting • Specifications ViewSonic VOT550 38
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting This chapter lists some common problems that you may encounter when using your PC Mini and describes solutions on how to solve them. This chapter covers the following topics: • Troubleshooting • Specifications ViewSonic VOT550 38
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... across the screen. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Q: After connecting peripherals to the PC Mini, the keyboard, mouse and speakers do not work and the display does not show any key on the keyboard to turn the display back on. What should I do a warm reset of the system. This will allow you followed the correct installation procedures and connections. ViewSonic VOT550 39 A: The computer's power management function may hang up the Task Manager Menu. A: Check to make sure...
... across the screen. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Q: After connecting peripherals to the PC Mini, the keyboard, mouse and speakers do not work and the display does not show any key on the keyboard to turn the display back on. What should I do a warm reset of the system. This will allow you followed the correct installation procedures and connections. ViewSonic VOT550 39 A: The computer's power management function may hang up the Task Manager Menu. A: Check to make sure...
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.... 3. Check if the speaker is also powered on the specific model of ViewSonic product you know the exact model of sound card. 2. Do not try to fix the system by yourself for it does have the latest sound driver installed. Q: The Microphone does not work . A: Consult your system. Q: Our Television does not have HDMI port but you have DVI, can I use audio cables connected since DVI to MIC...
.... 3. Check if the speaker is also powered on the specific model of ViewSonic product you know the exact model of sound card. 2. Do not try to fix the system by yourself for it does have the latest sound driver installed. Q: The Microphone does not work . A: Consult your system. Q: Our Television does not have HDMI port but you have DVI, can I use audio cables connected since DVI to MIC...
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... PC Mini has trouble connecting to the internet. The wireless LAN data transfer speed is properly configured for internet access. To maximize data transfer speed select the closes access point. Troubleshooting Q: Can ViewSonic VOT series support SO-DIMM DDR3 memory? A: Check the DSL/ADSL modem settings and connections and make sure your PC is affected by distance and obstructions between devices and access points. A: No, this model will only support SO-DIMM DDRII. Q: Can ViewSonic VOT series model support DDR2...
... PC Mini has trouble connecting to the internet. The wireless LAN data transfer speed is properly configured for internet access. To maximize data transfer speed select the closes access point. Troubleshooting Q: Can ViewSonic VOT series support SO-DIMM DDR3 memory? A: Check the DSL/ADSL modem settings and connections and make sure your PC is affected by distance and obstructions between devices and access points. A: No, this model will only support SO-DIMM DDRII. Q: Can ViewSonic VOT series model support DDR2...
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... Type FSB NB SB Dual Channel Type DDR Memory size Chip Graphics DVI Port VGA Port HDMI interface Expansion Slot mini Card Slot Audio Type Channel LAN USB 2.0 Storage SATA Connector S-ATA Connector Storage Device Slot-in Slim ODD (Optical Drive) 2.5" HDD Bay Power Button HDD indicator Front Panel I/O Power indicator IR indicator USB 2.0 Port DC Jack DVI Port e-SATA Port USB 2.0 Port Rear Panel I/O RJ45 LAN Jack Line-In Jack S/PDIF Out Jack Microphone Jack Upgrade for Antenna hole Kensington Lock Hole CPU Thermal Module Noise Adapter Input Voltage Operating...
... Type FSB NB SB Dual Channel Type DDR Memory size Chip Graphics DVI Port VGA Port HDMI interface Expansion Slot mini Card Slot Audio Type Channel LAN USB 2.0 Storage SATA Connector S-ATA Connector Storage Device Slot-in Slim ODD (Optical Drive) 2.5" HDD Bay Power Button HDD indicator Front Panel I/O Power indicator IR indicator USB 2.0 Port DC Jack DVI Port e-SATA Port USB 2.0 Port Rear Panel I/O RJ45 LAN Jack Line-In Jack S/PDIF Out Jack Microphone Jack Upgrade for Antenna hole Kensington Lock Hole CPU Thermal Module Noise Adapter Input Voltage Operating...
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... serial number has been defaced, modified or removed. 2. To obtain warranty service, you will , at its products to follow instructions supplied with the product. b. If a product proves to be covered by the customer. The replacement unit will need to provide (a) the original dated sales slip, (b) your name, (c) your product's serial number. 2. Limited Warranty VIEWSONIC® PC MINI What the warranty covers: ViewSonic warrants its sole option, repair or replace...
... serial number has been defaced, modified or removed. 2. To obtain warranty service, you will , at its products to follow instructions supplied with the product. b. If a product proves to be covered by the customer. The replacement unit will need to provide (a) the original dated sales slip, (b) your name, (c) your product's serial number. 2. Limited Warranty VIEWSONIC® PC MINI What the warranty covers: ViewSonic warrants its sole option, repair or replace...