Page 3 - ENERGY STAR
3 ENERGY STAR Acer NERGY STAR qualified products save your money by reducing energy cost and protecting the environment without sacrificing features or performance. Acer is proud to offer our customers products with the ENERGY STAR mark. What is ENERGY STAR? Products that are ENERGY STAR qualified u...
Page 4 - Table of contents
4 Table of contents ENERGY STAR Getting to know your DA241HL Features and functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Product registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Setting up U...
Page 5 - FAQ and troubleshooting
5 Resetting your DA241HL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 FAQ and troubleshooting Other sources of help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Page 6 - Getting to know your DA241HL; Features and functions; How to register
6 Getting to know your DA241HL Features and functions Your new DA241HL offers leading, easy-to-access multimedia and entertainment features. You can:• Connect to the Internet.• Access your email.• Play music and video.• Keep in touch with your friends via your People and social networking apps.• Vie...
Page 7 - Setting up; Unpacking your DA241HL
7 Unpacking your DA241HL Setting up Unpacking your DA241HL Your new DA241HL comes packed in a protective box. Carefully unpack the box and remove the contents. If any of the following items is missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately:• Acer DA241HL• Setup poster• Keyboard and Mouse (optio...
Page 8 - Front view
8 Getting to know your DA241HL Front view No. Item Description 1 Front-facing camera A 2-megapixel camera for video chats and self-portrait images. 2 Touchscreen 24” 1920 x 1080 optical touch screen. 3 Speakers Emit stereo audio. 4 Input switch key Press to switch input source. 5 Function key Press ...
Page 9 - Back view
9 Getting to know your DA241HL Back view Back panel view No. Item Description 1 USB ports (Master) Connects with external USB devices, such as a keyboard, mouse or storage device. 2 Mini USB port Connects to your PC. 3 Micro USB port (Slave) Connects to media devices (such as media players or smartp...
Page 10 - Setting up your DA241HL; Turning on for the first time
10 Using your DA241HL Setting up your DA241HL Open the stand until it snaps in place. Then, tilt the display panel to an angle of between 20 and 75 degrees from an upright position. Connect the DC-in jack to your DA241HL and plug the AC adapter into any AC outlet. Warning: Only use the bundled power...
Page 11 - Sign in to or create a Google account; Using the touchscreen
11 Using the touchscreen Note: If the DA241HL’s screen turns off, it has entered sleep mode. Briefly press the power button to wake it up. For more information, see "Waking your DA241HL" on page 20. Sign in to or create a Google account If you have Internet access, your DA241HL allows you to...
Page 12 - The Home screen; Search; Voice search; Navigation
12 The Home screen When you start your DA241HL, or wake it from power saving, it will display the Home screen. This screen gives you quick access to information and simple controls with widgets or shortcuts. These display information such as the time and weather, or provide additional controls and d...
Page 13 - The extended Home screen
13 The Home screen Recent Tap this icon to see recently opened apps. Tap an app to open it, or tap anywhere on the screen to return to the Home screen. The extended Home screen The Home screen extends to either side of the initial Home screen, giving you more room to add widgets or organize shortcut...
Page 14 - Adding an application to a Home screen; Status and notification area
14 Otherwise swipe to the left to see more Applications. When you are on the last page of applications, swipe to the left to see widgets available on your DA241HL. See "Personalizing the Home screen" on page 15.Tap the Shop icon to open Google Play. Adding an application to a Home screen Tap...
Page 15 - Status and notification icons; Personalizing the Home screen; Adding or removing shortcuts or widgets
15 The Home screen Status and notification icons Notification icons Connection icons Note: Network connection icons are blue if you have an active Google account. Personalizing the Home screen You may personalize your Home screen by adding or removing application shortcuts or widgets, and by changin...
Page 16 - Resizing a Widget; Removing an item from the Home screen
16 applications that display constantly-updated information or quick shortcuts to applications or special functions. To move an App or Widget to the Home screen, tap and hold an item until it is selected. The Home screen will open. Drag the item to any free area on the screen. To move the item to a ...
Page 17 - Changing the Home screen image; The onscreen keyboard; Changing Android keyboard settings; Predictive text or auto correction
17 The onscreen keyboard Changing the Home screen image Tap and hold any open space on the Home screen. You can choose from a set of pre-formatted wallpapers, images stored in the Gallery, selected Wallpapers, or Live wallpapers that feature animated or interactive backgrounds. The onscreen keyboard...
Page 18 - Editing text; Selecting text
18 To turn predictive text on or off with the Android keyboard, tap the Input options key, and then Android keyboard settings . Tap Auto correction or Show correction suggestions and select one of the options. Editing text You can select and edit text in certain applications, such as text you have e...
Page 20 - Security options; Shutting down your DA241HL
20 Locking your DA241HL If you will not use your DA241HL for a while, briefly press the power button to lock access. This saves power and ensures your DA241HL does not unintentionally use any services. Your DA241HL will lock automatically if it is not used after a while. To change the delay, tap APP...
Page 21 - Connecting devices to your DA241HL; Connecting to AC power; Connecting a USB device to your DA241HL
21 Connecting to AC power Connecting devices to your DA241HL Connecting to AC power See "Setting up your DA241HL" on page 10. Connecting to a PC as a monitor Your DA241HL has an HDMI port (MHL), that can be used to connect it to a computer, or video player.Use an MHL cable to connect the dis...
Page 22 - Accessing files on a USB storage device; Transferring files between your DA241HL and a PC; Connecting to a PC as a USB storage device; Connecting to a router or modem
22 As most USB keyboards, mice and game controllers are designed for desktop computers and operating systems, some keys may not function. Accessing files on a USB storage device Note: Your DA241HL supports USB storage devices that use the NTFS, FAT or FAT32 file systems. You can access media files (...
Page 23 - Connecting a Bluetooth device
23 Connecting a Bluetooth device Ethernet only supports 10/100 Mbps. Connecting a Bluetooth device Only A2DP stereo headsets (playback only, no microphone) are supported. Please check for updates to the DA241HL's software which may add support for additional Bluetooth devices. For Bluetooth settings...
Page 24 - Using the webcam; Using the webcam as a camera; Camera icons and indicators
24 Using the webcam Note: Illustrations are for reference only. Actual product specifications may vary. Your DA241HL features a 2-megapixel digital webcam mounted on the front. Many chat or instant messaging apps can use this webcam so you can be seen by your family and friends. Use the settings in ...
Page 25 - Camera options; Taking a photo; Using the webcam to record a video; Camcorder icons and indicators
25 Using the webcam to record a video Camera options • Set the resolution of the image (QVGA, VGA, 1 MP or 1.3MP). • Use only Internal Storage. Taking a photo 1. Ensure the options described above are set to your preferences.2. Frame your subject and steady your DA241HL.3. Tap the camera icon to tak...
Page 26 - Supported formats; Viewing photos and videos
2 6 Camcorder options Adjust camcorder options to obtain the best image: Shooting a video 1. Ensure the options described above are set to your preferences.2. Frame your subject and steady your DA241HL and zoom in or out as needed.3. Tap the record icon to begin recording. 4. Tap the record icon aga...
Page 27 - Advanced settings; Activating or deactivating connections; Bluetooth connections
27 Wireless & Networks Advanced settings Access Settings from the Application menu. Tap APPS , then Settings . Wireless & Networks Activating or deactivating connections Open the Application menu and tap Settings . Under WIRELESS & NETWORKS each connection has an ON/OFF switch that contr...
Page 28 - Device; Sound
28 DA241HL name and discoverability. Tap SEARCH FOR DEVICES to scan for nearby devices.To connect to a device, tap the device in the list of available devices. You may be asked to enter a PIN on both devices to establish the connection. Note: Only A2DP stereo headsets (playback only, no microphone) ...
Page 29 - Storage; Closing an application; Personal; Synchronization
29 Personal You can adjust screen brightness and contrast from the OSD. Storage You can check how much of your DA241HL’s storage (Internal, SD or USB) has been used, and what type of files are using storage. Apps Closing an application To close an active application, go to APPS > Settings > Ap...
Page 30 - Multiple Google accounts; Changing language and text options; System; Setting the date and time; Updating your DA241HL’s operating system
30 To manage synchronization of individual accounts, tap an account name.Some applications, such as Gmail and Calendar, have additional synchronization settings. Open the application and tap the Menu button (three dots) and then tap Settings . Multiple Google accounts If you have multiple Google acc...
Page 31 - Resetting your DA241HL; Clean boot
31 Resetting your DA241HL Note: Downloading new firmware can take up to 40 minutes, depending on your network speed. Resetting your DA241HL You may have to perform a reset if your DA241HL fails to respond when buttons are pressed or the screen is tapped.To reset your DA241HL disconnect the main powe...
Page 33 - Other sources of help
33 Other sources of help Other sources of help For information on: Refer to: Up-to-date information regarding your DA241HL www.acer.com Service enquiries support.acer.com
Page 34 - Declaration of Conformity
Acer Incorporated 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Xintai 5th Rd., Xizhi New Taipei City 221, Taiwan Declaration of Conformity We, Acer Incorporated 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Xintai 5th Rd., Xizhi, New Taipei City 221, Taiwan Contact Person: Mr. RU Jan, e-mail: [email protected] And, Acer Italy s.r.l Via Lepetit, 40, 20020 Lain...
Page 35 - Federal Communications Commission
Acer America Corporation 333 West San Carlos St., Suite 1500 San Jose, CA 95110, U. S. A. Tel : 254-298-4000 Fax : 254-298-4147 www.acer.com Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two condi...
