Page 3 - Disposal instructions
iii Disposal instructions Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment, please recycle. USAFor electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display:Lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury ...
Page 4 - First things first; Your guides; Basic care and tips for using your computer; Turning your computer on and off
iv First things first We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs. Your guides To help you use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides: Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and off To turn on ...
Page 7 - Contents
Disposal instructions iii First things first iv Your guides iv Basic care and tips for using your computer iv Turning your computer on and off iv Taking care of your computer v Taking care of your AC adapter v Taking care of your battery pack vi Cleaning and servicing vi Acer Empowering Technology 1...
Page 11 - Acer Empowering Technology
1 Em powe ring Tech nology Acer Empowering Technology Acer's innovative Empowering Technology makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer notebook. It features the following handy utilities: • Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and advan...
Page 12 - Acer eDataSecurity Management
2 Em po w eri ng Te ch no lo g y For more information, press the < > key to launch the Empowering Technology menu, then click on the appropriate utility and select the Help function. Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eDataSecurity Management is a handy file encryption utility that protects yo...
Page 13 - Acer eLock Management
3 Em powe ring Tech nology Acer eLock Management Acer eLock Management is a security utility that allows you to lock up your removable data, optical and floppy drives to ensure that data can't be stolen while your notebook is unattended. • Removable data devices — includes USB disk drives, USB pen d...
Page 14 - Acer ePerformance Management
4 Em po w eri ng Te ch no lo g y Acer ePerformance Management Acer ePerformance Management is a system optimization tool that boosts the performance of your Acer notebook. It provides you with the following options to enhance overall system performance: • Memory optimization — releases unused memory...
Page 15 - Acer eRecovery Management
5 Em powe ring Tech nology Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is a powerful utility that does away with the need for recovery disks provided by the manufacturer. The Acer eRecovery Management utility occupies space in a hidden partition on your system's HDD. User-created backups are...
Page 16 - Acer eSettings Management; Acer eNet Management
6 Em po w eri ng Te ch no lo g y Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications and to monitor the system health status. Furthermore, Acer eSettings Management enables you to optimize your Windows operating system, so your computer runs faster, smoo...
Page 18 - Acer ePower Management
8 Em po w eri ng Te ch no lo g y Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. To launch it, select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology interface, or double-click the Acer ePower Management icon in the task tray. AC mode The default settin...
Page 19 - Acer ePresentation Management
9 Em powe ring Tech nology You can also click "Advanced Settings" to: • Set alarms. • Re-load factory defaults. • Select what actions will be taken when the cover is closed, and set passwords for accessing the system after Hibernation or Standby. • View information about Acer ePower Manageme...
Page 21 - Your Acer notebook tour; Front view
11 Eng lis h Your Acer notebook tour After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters... poster, let us show you around your new Acer notebook. Front view # Item Description 1 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. 2 Keyboard For ente...
Page 22 - Closed front view
12 English Closed front view 3 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 4 Click buttons (left, center and right) The left and right buttons function like the left and right mouse buttons; the center button serves as a 4-way scroll button. 5 Palmrest Comfortable...
Page 24 - Left view
14 English Left view # Icon Item Description 1 Kensington lock slot Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. 2 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use. 3 Two USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 4 Modem (RJ-11...
Page 25 - Right view
15 Eng lis h Right view Rear view # Item Description 1 Slot-load optical drive Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs. 2 Optical disk access indicator Lights up when the optical drive is active. 3 Slot-load optical drive eject button Ejects the optical disk from the drive. # Icon Item Descripti...
Page 26 - Base view
16 English Base view 6 S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) port Connects to a television or display device with S-video input. 7 External display (VGA) port Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). 8 DVI-D port Supports digital video connections. 9 Ventilation slots Enable the com...
Page 27 - Specifications
17 Eng lis h Specifications Operating system • Genuine Windows ® XP Home Edition (Service Pack 2) • Genuine Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 (Rollup 2) Platform • Intel ® Centrino ® Duo mobile technology, featuring: • Intel ® Core ™ Duo processor T2300/T2400/T2500/ T2600 (2 MB L2 cache, 1.66/1...
Page 32 - Indicators
22 English Indicators The computer has eight easy-to-read status indicators, including five on the front panel. The power, battery and wireless communication status indicators are visible even when the LCD display is closed. Icon Function Description HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is active....
Page 34 - Touchpad; Touchpad basics
24 English Touchpad The built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor responds as you move your finger across the surface of the touchpad. The central location on the palmrest provides optimum comfort and support. Touchpad basics The following item...
Page 36 - Using the keyboard; Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad
26 English Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off. The embedded numeric keypad functions like...
Page 37 - Windows keys
27 Eng lis h Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility.To activate hotkeys, press and hold the <Fn>...
Page 39 - Special keys
29 Eng lis h Special keys You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your keyboard. The Euro symbol 1 Open a text editor or word processor. 2 Either press < > at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold <Alt Gr> and then press the &l...
Page 40 - disk
30 English Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) disk Press the drive eject button to eject the optical disk when the computer is on. Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with a Kensington-compatible security slot for a security lock. Wrap the computer security lock cable around an immovable...
Page 41 - Audio; Adjusting the volume
31 Eng lis h Audio The computer comes with 32-bit Intel High-Definition audio, and built-in stereo speakers. Adjusting the volume Adjusting the volume on the computer is as easy as pressing some buttons. See "Hotkeys" on page 27 for more information on adjusting the speaker volume.
Page 42 - Using the system utilities
32 English Using the system utilities Note: The system utilities work under Microsoft Windows XP only. Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) Note: This feature is only available on certain models. To enable the dual monitor feature of your notebook, first ensure that the second monitor is connect...
Page 43 - Launch Manager
33 Eng lis h Acer GridVista is simple to set up:1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the taskbar. 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. 3 Enjoy the convenience of a well-organized desktop. Note: Please ensure that the resolution s...
Page 44 - Norton AntiVirus
34 English You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start, All Programs, and then Launch Manager to start the application. Norton AntiVirus Norton AntiVirus is an anti-virus software that finds and repairs infected files, and protects against viruses to keep your computer data safe and secur...
Page 45 - Frequently asked questions
35 Eng lis h Frequently asked questions The following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer. Easy solutions are provided for each one. I turned on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up. Look at the power indicator: • If it is not lit, no powe...
Page 48 - Requesting service; Before you call
38 English To start the recovery process:1 Restart the system. 2 While the Acer logo is showing, press <Alt> + <F10> at the same time to enter the recovery process. 3 Refer to the onscreen instructions to perform system recovery. Important! This feature occupies 3 to 4 GB in a hidden par...
Page 49 - Acer Arcade
39 Eng lis h Acer Arcade Acer Arcade is an integrated player for music, photos, TV, DVD movies and videos. It can be operated using your pointing device or remote control.To watch or listen, click or select a content button (e.g., Music, Video, etc.) on the Arcade home page. • Music — listen to musi...
Page 50 - 8-button remote control
40 English 48-button remote control If your Aspire is bundled with a TV-tuner card, a 48-button remote control is included for use with the Acer Arcade software. The table below explains the functions for this controller. Warning! The Arcade and Power buttons have different functions depending on th...
Page 51 - Remote functions
41 Eng lis h Remote functions *TeleText regions only. **Dependent on individual DVD content. # Item Description 1 Record Record TV 2 Arcade Launch/quit Acer Arcade; return to Arcade main page 3 Color buttons Teletext shortcut functions* 4 0-9 buttons Enter TV channel numbers 5 Last Ch Return to prev...
Page 52 - Finding and playing content; Settings
42 English Finding and playing content Clicking a button on the Arcade home page opens the corresponding feature's home page. The content pages have buttons on the left and a content browsing area on the right. If a button shows one of several choices, such as sort order, the current setting is show...
Page 53 - Arcade controls; Navigation controls
43 Eng lis h In Audio Settings:Use "Speaker Environment" to choose between "Headphones," "SPDIF," "2" or more speakers depending on your audio equipment."Output Mode" should be set to "Stereo" if you are listening to speakers, "Dolby Surround,"...
Page 54 - Virtual keyboard
44 English Note: When playing DVDs and watching TV, there are additional controls added to the right of the volume controls. These are discussed in more detail in the Cinema and TV sections of this guide. Virtual keyboard Whenever you are required to enter search information, or name a file, DVD or ...
Page 55 - Cinema
45 Eng lis h Cinema If your computer came with a DVD drive, you can play movies from DVDs and video CDs (VCDs) with the Cinema function of Acer Arcade. This player has the features and controls of a typical DVD player.When you insert a disk into the DVD drive, the movie begins playing automatically....
Page 56 - Album; Editing Pictures
46 English Album Acer Arcade lets you view digital photos individually or as a slide show, from any available drive on your computer. Click the Album button on the Arcade Home page to show the Album main page. The content area on the right shows both individual pictures and folders. Click on a folde...
Page 57 - Video; Playing a video file
47 Eng lis h To add background music to a slide show, click on the "Slide Show Music" option. The Slide Show Music page will ask you to choose music from your personal music library.Click Load Default Settings to return your settings to their default values. Video To open the Video function,...
Page 58 - Editing video; Music
48 English Editing video Acer Arcade offers the capability to edit captured video clips, photos and footage from a camcorder into a movie. You can also select a movie style, and add special transition effects and music to create the perfect home movie.To edit a movie, click Advanced, and then select...
Page 59 - Time-shift functionality
49 Eng lis h TV (for selected models) Arcade allows you to watch TV from your computer. Click the TV button on the home page to show the TV main page.The Live TV option plays TV on screen. Press Escape at any time to return to Arcade.When you watch TV, additional buttons appear on the playback contr...
Page 60 - Recorded TV
50 English Note: Since the TV content you watch always lags slightly behind the live TV broadcast, going to the end of the instant replay recording is as close to watching live TV as Arcade permits. Recorded TV The "Recorded TV" page shows recorded TV files. A thumbnail image shows the first...
Page 61 - Using TeleText functions
51 Eng lis h Signal settings Click on Capture Device to select between an analog or digital input for your TV signal.Select TV Source to choose the source of the signal.The Region option allows you to select the country or region where your cable provider is located.You can also enable and disable t...
Page 62 - Make DVDs
52 English Note: The snapshot function is available when TeleText is running. Make DVDs Acer Arcade provides an easy and complete solution for recording data, audio, photos or videos. You can burn and share any combination of data, music, photos or videos onto a CD or DVD — direct from Make DVD mode...
Page 63 - Taking your notebook PC with you; Disconnecting from the desktop; Moving around; Preparing the computer
53 Eng lis h Taking your notebook PC with you This section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer. Disconnecting from the desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories: 1 Save any open files. 2 Remove any media, flop...
Page 64 - What to bring to meetings; Taking the computer home
54 English Note: If the Sleep indicator is off, the computer has entered Hibernation mode and is turned off. If the power indicator is off but the Sleep indicator is on, the computer has entered Sleep mode. In both cases, press and release the power button to turn the computer back on. Note that the...
Page 65 - Special considerations; Traveling with the computer
55 Eng lis h Special considerations Follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work: • Minimize the effects of temperature changes by keeping the computer with you. • If you need to stop for an extended period of time and cannot carry the computer with you, leave th...
Page 66 - Traveling internationally with the computer
56 English Special considerations In addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home, follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling: • Always take the computer as carry-on luggage. • If possible, have the computer inspected by hand. Airport security X-ray machines are safe...
Page 67 - Securing your computer; Using a computer security lock
57 Eng lis h Securing your computer Your computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take care of your computer. Security features include hardware and software locks — a security notch and passwords. Using a computer security lock The notebook comes wit...
Page 68 - Entering passwords
58 English Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set, a prompt appears when you press <F2> to enter the BIOS utility at boot-up. • Type the Supervisor Password and press <Enter> to acces...
Page 69 - Expanding through options; Connectivity options
59 Eng lis h Expanding through options Your notebook PC offers you a complete mobile computing experience. Connectivity options Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you would with a desktop PC. For instructions on how to connect different external devices to the computer...
Page 70 - Built-in network feature
60 English Built-in network feature The built-in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet-based network. To use the network feature, connect an Ethernet cable from the Ethernet (RJ-45) port on the chassis of the computer to a network jack or hub on your network. Fast Infrar...
Page 72 - PC Card slot
62 English PC Card slot The Type II PC Card slot of the computer accepts PC Cards that enhance the usability and expandability of the computer. These cards should have a PC Card logo on them. PC Cards (formerly PCMCIA) are add-on cards for portable computers, giving you expansion possibilities long ...
Page 73 - ExpressCard
63 Eng lis h ExpressCard The ExpressCard is the newest version of the PC Card. It is a smaller and faster interface that further enhances the usability and expandability of your computer. ExpressCards support a vast number of expansion options, including flash memory card adapters, TV-tuners, Blueto...
Page 74 - Installing memory
64 English Installing memory Follow these steps to install memory: 1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pack. Then turn the computer over to access its base. 2 Remove the screws from the memory cover; then lift up and remove the memory cover. 3 (a) Ins...
Page 75 - Connecting your TV and AV-in cables
65 Eng lis h Connecting your TV and AV-in cables Follow the instructions below to set up the TV function of your Acer notebook. PAL/SECAM and NTSC systems 1 Plug the PAL/SECAM cable’s RF plug into your notebook’s RF jack. 2 Connect the other end to your TV antenna cable, using the NTSC converter if ...
Page 77 - Acer Arcade TV set-up wizard
67 Eng lis h AV-in cable The AV-in cable can be used to connect your notebook to a VHS player or camcorder for viewing, capturing and recording video clips.1 Plug the single end of the cable into the AV-input port of your notebook. 2 Connect the other ends to the S-video or composite audio/video jac...
Page 78 - BIOS utility
68 English BIOS utility The BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS. Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run it. To activate the...
Page 79 - Using software; Playing DVD movies
69 Eng lis h Using software Playing DVD movies When the DVD drive module is installed in the optical drive bay, you can play DVD movies on your computer. 1 Eject the DVD disk. Important! When you launch the DVD player for the first time, the program asks you to enter the region code. DVD disks are d...
Page 80 - Power management
70 English Power management This computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to the computer, and video memory. If no activity is ...
Page 82 - Create factory default image CD; Re-install bundled software without CD
72 English Create factory default image CD When the System CD and Recovery CD are not available, you can create them by using this feature.1 Boot to Windows XP. 2 Press <Alt> + <F10> to open the Acer eRecovery Management utility. 3 Enter the password to proceed. The default password is s...
Page 83 - Change password
73 Eng lis h Change password Acer eRecovery Management and Acer disk-to-disk recovery are protected by a password that can be changed by the user. Follow the steps below to change the password in Acer eRecovery Management.1 Boot to Windows XP. 2 Press <Alt> + <F10> to open the Acer eReco...
Page 84 - Troubleshooting; Troubleshooting tips
74 English Troubleshooting This chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Solutions to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Do not attempt to open the computer yourself; contact your dealer or authorized serv...
Page 86 - Regulations and safety notices; ENERGY STAR guidelines compliance; Notice: Shielded cables
76 English Regulations and safety notices ENERGY STAR guidelines compliance As an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital d...
Page 87 - Operation conditions; Remarque à l'intention des utilisateurs canadiens; Modem notices; Notice for USA
77 Eng lish Eng lis h Operation conditions This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause un...
Page 88 - List of applicable countries
78 English Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of your equipment. If they do, you will be notified in advance to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted telephone service.If this equipment ...
Page 89 - Notice for New Zealand
79 Eng lish Eng lis h Notice for New Zealand For modem with approval number PTC 211/03/0081 The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the item complies with minimum conditions for connection to its network. It indicates no endorsement ...
Page 90 - Important safety instructions
80 English 3 This device is equipped with pulse dialing while the Telecom standard is DTMF tone dialing. There is no guarantee that Telecom lines will always continue to support pulse dialing. 4 Use of pulse dialing, when this equipment is connected to the same line as other equipment, may give rise...
Page 92 - Laser compliance statement
82 English Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product. The CD or DVD drive's classification label (shown below) is located on the drive.CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTCAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE ...
Page 93 - Radio device regulatory notice
83 Eng lish Eng lis h Radio device regulatory notice Note: Below regulatory information is for models with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only. General This product complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use. Dependin...
Page 94 - The FCC RF safety requirement
84 English List of applicable countries EU member states as of May 2004 are: Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Spain, France, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Austria, Portugal, Finland, Sweden, United Kingdom Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Hungary, Czech Republic, Slovak Republic,...
Page 96 - Federal Communications Comission
86 English Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including int...
Page 97 - Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking
87 Eng lish Eng lis h Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking Is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following EC directives. The product specified above was tested conforming to the applicable Rules under the most accurate measurement standards possib...
Page 98 - Index
88 English Index A AC adapter caring for v audio 31 adjusting the volume 31troubleshooting 36 B battery pack caring for vi BIOS utility 68brightness hotkeys 28 C caps lock 26 on indicator 22 care AC adapter vbattery pack vicomputer v CD-ROM ejecting manually 36troubleshooting 36 cleaning computer vi...
