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Acer 1670 Series Laptop User Manual

1. 80 Troubleshooting There is no audio coming from my computer Check the following e The volume may be muted In Windows look at the volume control icon on the taskbar If it is crossed out click on the icon and deselect the Mute option e The volume level may be too low In Windows click on the volume control icon on the taskbar and then use the slider control to increase the volume level headphones are connected to the headphone jack on the computer your computer s built in speakers will be turned off My external microphone does not work Check the following e Make sure that the external microphone is properly plugged into the microphone in jack on the computer e Make sure that the volume is not muted or set too low Ican t eject the optical drive tray with my computer turned off The computer needs to be turned on for the optical drive eject button to function If you need to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off push a straightened paper clip into the optical drive emergency eject hole See Emergency ejection of the optical drive tray on page 24 for more information The keyboard does not respond Try attaching an external USB keyboard to one of your computer s USB ports If it works the internal keyboard might have become disconnected Contact your dealer or an authorized service center The optical drive cannot read a disc Check the following Make sure that th
2. a o0 82 Troubleshooting Requesting service International Traveler s Warranty ITW Your computer is backed by an International Traveler s Warranty ITW that gives you security and peace of mind when traveling Our worldwide network of service centers are there to give you a helping hand An ITW passport comes with your computer This passport contains all you need to know about the ITW program A list of available authorized service centers is in this handy booklet Read this passport thoroughly Always have your ITW passport on hand especially when you travel to receive the benefits from our support centers Place your proof of purchase in the flap located inside the front cover of the ITW passport If the country you are traveling in does not have an Acer authorized ITW service site you can still get in contact with our offices worldwide Please consult www acersupport com Before you call Please have the following information available when you call Acer for online service and please be at your computer when you call With your support we can reduce the amount of time a call takes and help solve your problems efficiently If there are error messages or beeps reported by your computer write them down as they appear on the screen or the number and sequence in the case of beeps You are required to provide the following information Name Address Telephone number Machine and model
3. Original uses the colour scheme of the disc you are watching while Vivid Bright and Theatre add enhanced colour to the video display Clear vision is a video enhancement technology that detects video content and dynamically adjusts the brightness contrast saturation lev els so that you do not need to change the colour settings if the movie you are watching contains scenes that are overly dark or too bright Click Restore to factory settings to return the settings to their default values Language The Language settings control the audio and subtitle output of DVDs VCDs Subtitle selects the default subtitle language for DVDs when avail able The factory setting is Off Closed caption turns on the closed captions on DVDs This function displays captions encoded in the video signal that describe on screen action and dialogue for the hearing impaired the factory setting is Off Audio selects the default language for DVD titles 70 Software Album Aspire Arcade lets you view digital photos individually or as a slide show from any available drive on your computer Click Album button on the Arcade Home page to show the Album main page Aspire Arcade 4 Album Album Removable Disk G 2 The content area on the right shows both individual pictures and fold ers Click on a folder to open it 71 James Chen Up one level o Abt Naka
4. 2 Turn the computer over to access the memory compartment on the bottom of the unit Remove all screvvs 1 from the memory compartment door and then lift the door off 2 49 3 Insert the memory module diagonally in the slot 1 and then press down gently until it clicks in place 2 4 Replace the memory compartment door and fasten the screw The computer automatically detects the new module and reconfigures the memory Hard disk upgrade It is possible to replace your hard disk with a higher capacity drive when you need more storage space Your computer uses a 9 5mm 2 5 inch Enhanced IDE hard disk Consult your dealer if you need to perform a hard disk upgrade 50 Peripherals and options N o0 a Moving with your computer Your Aspire 1670 series notebook computer is ideal for taking with you when you move around This chapter provides tips on things to consider when traveling with your computer 53 Disconnecting from the desktop Before moving with your computer you must turn it off and disconnect all peripherals 1 2 3 Save your work and close all applications Shut down Windows to turn off your computer Unplug the AC adapter from the mains outlet and then disconnect it from the computer Disconnect any external devices such as a keyboard mouse or printer that are attached to your computer If you are using a security lock cable disconnect
5. There are settings in the Aspire Arcade that allow you to fine tune its performance to your machine and your personal preferences The Set tings page is reached by the Advanced Settings button on the Home page Use the Screen ratio setting to choose between standard 4 3 or widescreen 16 9 display Note If your speakers are not capable of outputting low frequency signals it is recommended that you do not select this option in order to avoid damaging your speakers Audio output should be set to Stereo if you are listening to speak ers or Virtual surround sound if you are using headphones or 5 PDif if you are using digital output Click About Aspire Arcade to open a page with version and copyright information Click Restore to factory settings to return the Aspire Arcade settings to their default values 67 Arcade controls When watching video clips movies or slideshows as full screen visual content two pop up control panels are shown when you move the mouse They automatically disappear after several seconds The Navi gation controls panel appears at the top and the Player controls panel appears at the bottom of the screen Navigation controls To return to the Arcade home page click the Home button in the upper left corner of the window To go up one folder level while searching for content click Up one level To return to a previous screen click Return The buttons in the upper right Min
6. 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 device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful inter ference in a residential installation This device generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the device off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interfer ence by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the device and receiver Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio television technician for help Notice Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations Notice Peripheral devices Only peripherals input output devices terminals printers etc certi fied to comply with the Cl
7. This will allow you to travel lighter as you can keep an AC adapter in each location You might also find it worthwhile keeping a second set of peripherals at home such as a keyboard keypad mouse and printer Traveling with the computer Sometimes you might need to make longer trips with your computer Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as you would for moving between your office and home It is advisable to make sure that the battery is fully charged If you are traveling by air you might be required to turn on the computer during security checks What to take with you It is advisable to take the following items with you e AC adapter Spare fully charged battery packs e Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer e Phone and network cables if you plan to use the computer s modem and network connections Special considerations In addition to the considerations for taking your computer home keep the following in mind e Always take your computer as carry on luggage If possible have your computer manually inspected at security checks Although the computer can pass safely through security X ray machines you should never expose it to a metal detector 57 Traveling internationally with your computer Occasionally you might need to travel between countries with your computer Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as you would for normal travel Remember t
8. You can also disconnect the device at any time A further advantage of USB is the ability to use USB hubs This means that several devices can share a USB port simultaneously 43 IEEE 1394 Port The computer s IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect to an IEEE 1394 supported device like a digital video camera See your video or digital camera s documentation for details o0 44 Peripherals and options Printer Your computer supports USB printers Refer to the printer s manual for information on Setting up the hardware e Installing the necessary drivers in Windows e Operating instructions To use a USB printer simply connect the device to one of your computer s USB ports and then wait for Windows to find the new hardware Audio devices Your computer offers built in stereo speakers See the section entitled Audio on page 28 for more information on these features However in addition to the integrated devices the two audio ports on the right side of the unit enable you to connect external audio input and output devices You can plug an external microphone into your computer s microphone in jack This offers the convenience of greater freedom of movement as well as improved audio input quality Connect headphones to the headphone jack for private listening and improved audio output quality 45 Expansion devices Card Your computer features one PC Card slot that support one standard
9. 1999 5 EC Radio amp Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive R amp TTE The product specified above was tested conforming to the applicable Rules under the most accurate measurement standards possible and that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in force to assure that production units of the same product will continue to comply with the requirements 2004 7 19 Easy Lai Director Qualification Center Product Assurance Acer Inc 104 Appendix B Regulation amp safety notices N o0 a Index A audio 28 connecting externally 44 controlling volume 28 troubleshooting 80 B battery pack battery low warning 36 caring for v characteristics 33 charging 35 checking charge level 35 installing 34 low conditions 36 maximizing life 33 optimizing 35 removing 35 using the first time 33 BIOS utility 63 brightness hotkeys 17 C caps lock 13 on indicator 12 care battery pack v computer iv CD troubleshooting 80 charging checking level 35 cleaning computer v computer bringing to meetings 54 caring for iv cleaning v disconnecting 53 features 10 keyboards 13 moving around 54 on indicator 12 security 29 105 setting up a home office 56 taking home 55 traveling internationally 57 traveling on local trips 56 turning off ili connections audio 44 external display devices 41 external input devices 41 keyboard external 41 keypad external 41 mouse 41 printer 44
10. 62 62 63 63 64 65 66 67 68 70 72 73 73 75 75 75 76 77 79 82 82 82 83 89 105 us suq Getting familiar with your computer Your Aspire 1670 series notebook computer combines solid performance versatility multimedia capabilities and portability with a stylish design Increase your productivity by working wherever you are This chapter provides an in depth tour of your computer s features A tour of your computer After setting up your new TravelMate Aspire notebook computer as illustrated in the Just for starters poster take a few minutes to explore the unit Front view 1 Display screen Also called Liquid Crystal Display LCD displays computer output 2 Launch Keys Buttons for launching frequently used programs See Launch keys on page 21 for more details Getting familiar with your computer 3 Status indicators Light Emitting Diodes LEDs that turn on and off to show the status of the computer its functions and components 4 Power button Turns on the computer power 5 Keyboard Inputs data into your computer 6 Touchpad Touch sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse 7 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer 8 Click buttons The left and right buttons function like left center and right the left and right mouse buttons the center button serves as a 4 way scroll butto
11. AC adapter and battery 36 Operating on battery power Battery low warning When using battery power pay attention to the Windows Power Meter Warning Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible after the battery low warning appears Data will be lost if the battery to become fully depleted and the computer shuts down When the battery low warning appears the recommended course of action depends on your situation The AC adapter 1 Plug the AC adapter into the computer and then and a power connect to the mains power supply outlet are 2 Save all necessary files available 3 Resume work Turn off the computer if you want to recharge the battery rapidly An extra fully 1 Save all necessary files charged battery 2 Close all applications pack is available 3 Shut down the operating system to turn off the computer 4 Replace the battery pack 5 Turn on the computer and resume work The AC adapter or 1 Save all necessary files a power outletis 2 Close all applications unavailable You 3 have no spare battery pack Shut down the operating system to turn off the computer 37 Power management Your computer features a built in power management unit that constantly monitors system activity System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of the following devices keyboard touchpad mouse hard disk drive optical drive peripherals connected to the computer and video memory
12. DEL AR OPPNAD ALA SATEESEENSTIRRA EJ IN STRALEN VARNING LASERSTRALNING NAR DENNA DEL AR OPPNADSTIRRA EJ IN STRALEN ADVARSEL LASERSTRALING NAR DEKSEL APNESSTIRR IKKE INN STRALEN LCD pixel statement The LCD unit is produced with high precision manufacturing techniques Nevertheless some pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black or red dots This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction Macrovision copyright protection notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U S patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited Apparatus Claims of U S Patent Nos 4 631 603 4 577 216 4 819 098 4 907 093 and 6 516 132 licensed for limited viewing uses only 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 a o0 98 Appendix B Regulation amp safety notices Dependin
13. Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 50 C 122 F Do not expose the computer to magnetic fields Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt Do not place objects on top of the computer Do not slam the lid shut Close the computer gently Do not place the computer on unstable or uneven surfaces Taking care of your AC adapter It is important that you look after your AC adapter Do not connect the adapter to any other device Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on it Route the power cord away from areas where people might walk on it or trip over it Do not pull on the power cord when disconnecting from the mains power socket Grasp and pull the plug instead The total ampere ratings of equipment plugged into a power strip should not exceed the ampere rating for that power strip Taking care of your battery pack It is also important that you look after your computer s battery pack Use the correct battery model for your computer Do not use other kinds of batteries e Turn the power off before removing or replacing the battery Do not tamper with the battery Keep the battery away from children e Dispose of batteries according to local regulations Recycle if possible Cleaning and servicing When
14. Type II CardBus PCMCIA This greatly increases your computer s usability and expandability A variety of PC Cards are available such as flash memory SRAM fax data modem LAN and SCSI Cards Consult your dealer for information on PC Card options for your computer Note Refer to your card s manual for details on how to install and use the card To insert a PC Card 1 Align the card with your computer s PC Card slot Make sure that the edge with the connectors is facing the slot and that the card is the right way up Many cards are marked with an arrow to help you insert them correctly 2 Slide the card into the slot and push gently until the card connects 3 If necessary connect the card s cable to the jack on the outer edge of the card 4 Windows will automatically detect the card s presence 46 Peripherals and options To remove a PC Card 1 Close the application that is using the PC Card 2 Double click on the PC Card icon on the taskbar and then select the option to safely remove the card Wait for the message telling you that it is now safe to remove the card 3 Press the PC Card eject button to partially eject the 1 4 Pull the card from the slot 2 5 in 1 card reader Manufacturing Option There is one 5 in 1 card reader found on the left side of the computer See Left view on page 6 The reader accepts MultiMediaCard MMC Secure Digital SD xD Picture CardTM Smart Media an
15. USB 42 connectivity options 25 Ethernet 25 D display hotkeys 17 troubleshooting 79 DVD troubleshooting 80 E Ethernet connection 25 Euro 18 F FAQ See frequently asked questions frequently asked questions 79 front view 3 G guide ili H hard disk 23 upgrading 49 help ili Hibernation mode hotkey 16 hotkeys 16 infrared 27 ITW See warranty K keyboard 13 o0 nu 106 connecting externally 41 embedded numeric keypad 14 hotkeys 16 lock keys 13 troubleshooting 80 VVindovvs keys 15 keypad connecting externally 41 L left vievv 5 M media access on indicator 12 memory installing 48 49 upgrading 48 microphone troubleshooting 80 modem setting location 81 mouse connecting externally 41 N notice DVD copyright protection 97 num lock 13 onindicator 12 numeric keypad embedded 14 num lock 14 o optical drive 23 options hard disk upgrade 49 memory upgrade 48 PC Cards 45 spare AC adapter 47 spare battery 46 P PC Card 46 inserting 45 removing 46 povver management 37 Povver On Self Test POST 63 printer connecting 44 troubleshooting 81 problems 79 audio 80 CD 80 display 79 DVD 80 keyboard 80 printer 81 startup 79 R rear vievv 8 right vievv 7 S safety CD or DVD 96 FCC notice 91 general instructions 95 modem notices 92 scroll lock 13 security slot 29 service when to call v software bundled 61 speakers hotkey 17 troubleshooti
16. and instructions marked on the product 2 Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning 3 Do not use this product near water Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand or table The product may fall causing serious damage to the product 5 Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating These openings must not be blocked or covered The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register or in a built in installation unless proper ventilation is provided 6 This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power available consult your dealer or local power company 7 Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not locate this product where persons will walk on the cord 8 If an extension cord is used with this product make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating Also make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating 9 Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as the
17. battery 2 Pull the battery from the battery bay Charging the battery To charge the battery first make sure that it is correctly installed in the battery bay Plug the AC adapter into the computer and connect to a mains power outlet You can continue to operate your computer on AC power while your battery is charging However charging the battery with the computer turned off results in a significantly faster charge time Note You are advised to charge the battery before retiring for the day Charging the battery overnight before traveling enables you to start the next day with a fully charged battery Checking the battery level The Windows Power Meter indicates the current battery level Rest the cursor over the battery power icon on the taskbar to see the battery s present charge level Optimizing battery life Optimizing battery life helps you get the most out of battery operation prolonging the charge recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency You are advised to follow the suggestions set out below e Purchase an extra battery pack Use AC power whenever possible reserving battery for on the go use Eject a PC Card if it is not being used as it will continue to draw power e Store the battery pack in a cool dry place The recommended temperature is 10 C to 30 C Higher temperatures cause the battery to self discharge faster e Excessive recharging decreases the battery life e Look after your
18. subject to configuration Only one card can operate at any given time Right view Line in Mic in jack gt 7 Accepts audio line in devices e g audio CD player and stereo walkman Speaker Line Out Headphone jack 69 Connects to audio line out devices e g speakers and headphones Infrared port 2 Interfaces with infrared devices e g infrared printer and IR aware computer Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool even after prolonged use Two USB 2 0 ports Connect to Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 devices e g USB mouse and USB camera IEEE 1394 port 1394 Connects to IEEE 1394 devices S video port E Connects to a television or display device with S video input z o0 Getting familiar with your computer Rear view 1 Power jack Connects to an AC adapter an BR R 2 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool even after prolonged use 3 External display port Connects to a display device e g external m VGA monitor and LCD projector 4 Modem jack Connects to a phone line 5 Network jack Connects to an Ethernet LAN network iz Bottom view 1 Battery bay Houses the computer s battery pack 2 Battery release latch Unlatches to remove the battery pack 3 Hard disk bay Houses the computer s hard disk 4 Cooling fans Help keep the computer cool Note
19. the lock from the computer Pack your computer in a strong waterproof bag or case a o0 54 Moving with your computer Moving around Sometimes you might need to move your computer a short distance For example you might need to move from your office desk to a meeting room In these situations you don t have to shut down the operating system Preparing the computer First disconnect any peripherals that you don t want to take with you Next close the lid placing your computer in Standby mode You can now safely carry it around the building with you When you are ready to use your computer again open the lid and then press the power button to bring it out of Standby mode What to bring to short meetings If your battery is fully charged you probably won t need to take anything else with you to the meeting What to bring to long meetings For longer meetings take along the AC adapter You can use mains power throughout the meeting or you can run down your battery first and then connect the AC adapter after receiving the battery low warning If the meeting room does not have an available power outlet reduce your computer s power consumption by putting it in Standby mode during long periods of inactivity It is advisable to take along a spare battery if you have one 55 Taking the computer home When you move between your office and home you will need to prepare your computer for the short trip Prepar
20. 3 Power scheme Fn F5 Display toggle Fn F6 Screen blank Fn F8 Speaker toggle Fn 7 Volume up increases the speaker volume Fn 4 Volume down decreases the speaker volume Fn gt Brightness up increases the screen brightness Fn lt Brightness down decreases the screen brightness Fn Home Play press to start playing the audio track or video file Press again to pause Fn Pg Up Stop press to stop playing the audio track or video file Fn Pg Dn Backward press to skip backward to the previous track or video file and start playing Fn End Forward press to skip forward to the next track or video file 66 Software 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 anda content browsing area on the right If a button shows one of several choices such as sort order the current setting is shown by a brightly coloured ball on the left side To pick content click and item in the content area When there is more than one CD or DVD drive all drives will be shown Pictures and videos are shown as files with thumbnails and organized into folders To browse a folder click to open it To go back up to the folder above it click the Up one level button If there is more content than will fit on a page use the buttons at the lower right to scroll through the pages Advanced Settings
21. 32 F or above 60 C 140 F Extreme temperatures may adversely affect the battery pack By following the battery conditioning process you condition your battery to accept the maximum possible charge Failure to follow this procedure will prevent you from obtaining the maximum battery charge and will also shorten the effective lifespan of the battery In addition the useful lifespan of the battery is adversely affected by the following usage patterns e Using the computer on constant AC power with the battery inserted If you want to use constant AC power you are advised to remove the battery pack after it is fully charged Not discharging and recharging the battery to its extremes as described above Frequent use the more you use the battery the faster it will reach the end of its effective life A standard computer battery has a life span of about 500 charges Installing and removing the battery pack Important Before removing the battery from the unit connect the AC adapter if you want to continue using your computer Otherwise turn off the computer first To install a battery pack 1 Align the battery with the open battery bay make sure that the end with the contacts will enter first and that the top surface of the battery is facing up 2 Slide the battery into the battery bay and gently push until the battery locks in place 35 To remove a battery pack 1 Slide the battery release latch to release the
22. Acer Aspire 1670 Series User s Guide Copyright 2004 All Rights Reserved Acer Aspire 1670 Series Notebook Computer User s Guide Original Issue August 2004 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications This company makes no representations or warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose Record the model number serial number purchase date and place of purchase information in the space provided below The serial number and model number are recorded on the label affixed to your computer All correspondense concerning your unit should include the serial number model number and purchase information No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic mechanical photocopy recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated Acer Aspire 1670 Series Notebook Computer Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date Place of Purchase All trademarks and registered trademarks are the properties of their respective companies First things first Your guides A set of g
23. Don t cover or obstruct the opening of the fans 5 Memory compartment Houses the computer s main memory 10 Getting familiar with your computer Features a o0 Performance Intel Pentium 4 processors 2 8 3 0 3 2 3 4 3 6 GHz or Intel Celeron processors 2 6 GHz and above ATI MOBILITY RADEON 9000 IGP chipset e 256 512 MB of DDR333 SDRAM upgradeable to 2048 MB with dual soDIMM modules 30 GB and above high capacity Enhanced IDE hard disk e Advanced Configuration Power Interface ACPI power management system e 5 in 1 card reader supporting Multi Media Card MMC Secure Digital SD xD Picture CardTM Smart Media and Memory Stick Pro Display TFT LCD panel providing a large viewing area for maximum efficiency and ease of use 15 0 XGA 1024x768 resolution 15 4 WXGA 1280x800 resolution ATI MOBILITY RADEON 9700 9500 with 64 MB DDR video memory e 3D graphics support e Simultaneous LCD and CRT display support S video for output to a television or display device that supports S video input e Automatic LCD dim feature automatically selecting the best setting for the display in order to conserve power DualView support Multimedia e High speed built in optical drive DVD CD RW Combo DVD Dual or DVD Super Multi MS DirectSound compatible e Built in dual speakers Connectivity Integrated 10 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet
24. F6 Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight off to save power Press any key to return Fn F7 a Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off Fn F8 of 0 Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off Fn t nf Volume up Increases the sound volume Fn mf Volume down Decreases the sound volume Fn Brightness up Increases the screen re brightness Fn Brightness down Decreases the screen oe brightness Fn Play Pause Press to start playing the Home y Il audio track or video file Press again to pause Fn Stop Press to stop playing the Pg Up El audio track or video file Fn Backvvards Press to skip backvvard to Pg Dn M4 the previous track or video file and start playing Fn End Forward Press to skip forward to the dd next track or video file 18 Getting familiar with your computer Alt Gr US dollar Types the US dollar sign Alt Gr Euro Types the Euro symbol Euro Special Key You can locate the Euro symbol and US dollar sign at the upper center and or bottom right of your keyboard To type CCC BBCI Itt The Euro symbol 1 Open a text editor or word processor 2 Either directly press the Euro symbol at the bottom right of the keyboard or hold Alt Gr and then press the Euro symbol at the upper center of the keyboard The US dollar sign 1 Open a text editor or word p
25. If no activity is detected for a period of time the settings are controlled in Windows Power Management the computer turns off some or all of these devices in order to conserve power Your computer employs a power management scheme that supports Advanced Configuration and Power Interface ACPI enabling maximum power conservation without compromising system performance ACPI allows Windows to control the amount of power given to each device attached to the computer In this way Windows handles all power saving chores for your computer Refer to Windows Help and Support for more information 38 Operating on battery power iz m Peripherals and options Your Aspire 1670 series notebook computer offers good expansion capabilities 41 External display devices You can connect an external VGA monitor or projector to your computer s external display port Use the Fn F5 hot key to toggle the display setting between the computer s LCD panel and the external display device See Hot keys on page 16 for more information External input devices You can connect a variety of input devices to your computer s USB ports providing increased functionality and greater ease of use In addition the USB ports can be used to connect many other peripheral devices such as digital cameras printers and scanners See Expansion devices on page 45 for more information on connecting PC Card devices External k
26. OST Press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt at the same time to enter the recovery process 4 message The system has password protection Please enter 000000 is displayed 5 Enter six 05 and continue 6 Acer Self Configuration Preload window appears 7 Use the arrow keys to scroll through the items operating system versions and press Enter to select Setup password and exit Press F3 to setup password or press F5 to exit the system recovery process when Acer Self Configuration Preload window appears If F3 is pressed the next screen shows Please enter new password enter one to eight alphanumeric characters You will be asked to reen ter your password for confirmation before continuing The screen will display Password has been created Press any key to reboot hit any key to reboot your system If F5 is pressed the recovery process will be terminated and the sys tem will reboot and start normally Important This feature occupies 2 GB in a hidden partition on your hard drive Troubleshooting This chapter instructs you on how to deal with common system problems Please read it before calling a technician Solutions to more serious problems may require opening the computer Do not attempt to open and service the computer by yourself Contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance 79 Frequently asked questions This section suggests solutions to commonly encountered p
27. STN termination point In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance List of Applicable Countries EU member states as of April 2003 are Belgium Denmark Germany Greece Spain France Ireland Italy Luxembourg the Netherlands Austria Portugal Finland Sweden and the United Kingdom Usage allowed in the countries of European Union as well as Norway Switzerland Iceland and Liechtenstein This device must be used in strict accordance with the regulations and constraints in the country of use For further information please contact local office in the country of use Notice for Australia For safety reasons only connect headsets with a telecommunications compliance label This includes customer equipment previously labelled permitted or certified 94 Appendix B Regulation amp safety notices Notice for New Zealand o0 For Modem with approval number PTC 211 03 008 1 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 of the product by Telecom nor does it provide any sort of warranty Above all it provides no assurance that any item will work correctly in all respects with another item of Telepermitted equipment of a different make or model nor does it imply that any product is compatible with all of Telecom s network ser
28. above the list of drives This page is also displayed when you press the Stop button during a movie The buttons on the left side allow you to resume the movie from the point it was stopped restart the movie from the begin ning jump to the DVD menu eject the disc or go to the DVD Settings page DVD settings There are two types of DVD settings Video and Language Click the appropriate button to open its settings page Video The Video settings control the video output of DVDs VCDs Use hardware acceleration takes advantage of the special processing power in some graphics cards to reduce CPU loading when playing back DVDs and some video files If you have problems with video qual ity try turning this option Off 69 Select an output type e 4 3 Standard or 16 9 Widescreen according to your display preferences Letterbox option displays complete widescreen movie content in its original aspect ratio and adds black bars at the top and bottom of the screen e Pan amp Scan feature is for DVD titles with a widescreen aspect ratio e Cinema vision is a nonlinear video stretching technology that produces minimal distortion in the centre of the picture Stretch stretches the video display to the size of the display screen The Colour profile option allows you to select from a list of colour configurations to change the overall colour of the video content dur ing playback
29. ass B limits may be attached to this equip ment Operation with non certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority which is granted by the Federal Com munications Commission to operate this computer 92 Appendix B Regulation amp safety notices 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 undesired operation Notice Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Remarque a intention des utilisateurs canadiens Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby Acer declares that this TravelMate Aspire series is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC Please visit www acer com about certificates nb for complete documents Compliant with Russia regulatory certification T ME61 Modem notices Notice for USA This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules Located on the bottom side of the modem is a label that contains among other infor mation the FCC Registr
30. ation Number and Ringer Equivalence Number REN for this equipment Upon request you must provide this infor mation to your telephone company If your telephone equipment causes harm to the telephone network the telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily If possible they will notify you in advance But if advance notice is not 93 practical you will be notified as soon as possible You will also be informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities equip ment operations or procedures that could affect the proper function ing 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 should fail to operate properly disconnect the equip ment from the phone line to determine if it is causing the problem If the problem is with the equipment discontinue use and contact your dealer or vendor Caution To reduce the risk of fire use only No 26 AWG or larger UL Listed or CSA Certified Telecommunication Line Cord TBR 21 This equipment has been approved Council Decision 98 482 EC TBR 21 for single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network PSTN However due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries the approval does not of itself give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every P
31. aunches the Start gizl menu It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions ay Tab Activates the next Taskbar button Az E Opens the My Computer window ag F1 Opens Help and Support Az F Opens the Find All Files dialog box az M Minimizes all windows Shift 4g M Undoes the minimize all windows a M action BEAR Opens the Run dialog box Application key This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button it opens the application s context menu 16 Hot keys Getting familiar with your computer The computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most of the computer s controls like screen brightness volume output and the BIOS Utility To activate hot keys press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in the hot key combination Fn F1 o Hot key help Displays help on hot keys Fn F2 Acer eSetting Launches the Acer eSetting in the Acer eManager set by the Acer Empowering Key See Acer eManager on page 62 Fn F3 I Acer ePowerManagement Launches the Acer ePowerManagement in the Acer eManager set by the Acer Empowering Key See Acer eManager on page 62 Fn F4 z Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode Fn F5 CJi Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen external monitor if connected and both the display screen and external monitor Fn
32. cleaning your computer it is important that you follow these steps Turn off the computer and remove the battery e Disconnect the AC adapter Clean with a soft cloth moistened with a little water Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners Refer to the chapter entitled Frequently asked questions on page 79 if any of the following occurs e You drop the computer or damage the case You spill liquid on the computer e The computer does not operate normally vi First things first Your guides Basic care and tips for using your computer Getting familiar with your computer A tour of your computer Front view Front view Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Features Indicators Using the keyboard Lock keys Embedded numeric keypad Windows keys Hot keys Special Key Touchpad Touchpad basics Launch keys Storage Ejecting the optical drive tray Emergency ejection of the optical drive tray Connectivity options Ethernet and LAN Fax Data modem Fast infrared Audio Securing your computer Security slot Operating on battery power Battery pack Battery pack characteristics Installing and removing the battery pack Charging the battery Checking the battery level Optimizing battery life Battery low warning Power management 31 33 33 34 35 35 35 36 37 Contents a o0 Peripherals and options External display devices External input devices External keyboard External keypad Externa
33. connection Built in 56Kbps fax data modem Four Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 ports One IEEE 1394 port Fast infrared wireless communication manufacturing option IEEE 802 11b g Wireless LAN manufacturing option Bluetooth manufacturing option 5 in 1 card reader manufacturing option Humar centric design Rugged yet extremely portable design Stylish appearance Full size keyboard with four programmable launch keys Comfortable palm rest area with well positioned touchpad Expansion One Type II CardBus PC Card slot Upgradeable memory modules 12 Indicators The computer has three easy to read status icons below the display screen 1 r Media activity Getting familiar with your computer Lights when the hard disk or optical drive is active mn Caps Lock Lights vvhen Caps Lock is activated gt Num Lock Lights when Num Lock is activated In addition there are two indicators at the front panel Even when the cover is closed the state or features can still be seen 4 oe Power Lights green when the computer is on XX and lights orange when in suspend mode 5 Battery Lights orange when the battery is being indicator charged and green when the battery is fully charged Using the keyboard The keyboard has full sized keys and an embedded keypad separate cursor keys two Windows keys and twelve function keys Lock keys The keyboard has three lock keys which
34. ct your computer from unauthorized access When set no one can access the computer without entering the correct password There are three types of passwords you can set 1 Supervisor Password secures your computer against unauthorized entry to and use of the BIOS Utility 2 User Password secures your computer against unauthorized use 3 Hard Disk Password protects your data by preventing unauthorized access to your hard disk Important Do not forget your Setup and Hard Disk passwords If you forget your passwords please get in touch with your dealer or an authorized service center You can set the passwords using the BIOS Utility 30 Getting familiar with your computer iz m Operating on battery power Your Aspire 1670 series notebook computer operates on battery or AC power This chapter provides information for operating on battery power as well as information on how your computer manages and saves power 33 Battery pack The computer uses a battery pack that gives you long use between charges Battery pack characteristics The battery pack has the following characteristics e Employs current battery technology standards e Delivers a battery low warning The battery is recharged whenever you connect the computer to the mains power supply Your computer supports charge in use enabling you to recharge the battery while you continue to operate the computer However recharging
35. d Memory Stick Pro to enhance usability To insert the card align and push the card into the slot To remove simply press on the card that will eject automatically Miscellaneous options Battery pack It is a good idea to have a spare battery especially when you travel with your computer This greatly increases your productive range when you are on the move 47 AC adapter Having a spare AC adapter allows you to keep one in two different places For example you could have one AC adapter at home and another at work This means that you don t have to carry an AC adapter when traveling between your two base locations 221 fe 48 Peripherals and options Key component upgrades Your computer is designed to deliver solid performance However in time you might find that your applications demand even more computing power For this reason you are able to upgrade key components Note Contact your authorized dealer if you decide to perform a key component upgrade Memory upgrade Memory is expandable to 2GB employing 256 512 1024 MB dual indus try standard small outline Dual Inline Memory Modules soDIMM The computer supports Double Data Rate DDR SDRAM Your computer has two memory slots Upgrade memory by inserting a higher capacity DIMM into one or both of these slots Installing memory 1 Turn off the computer Make sure that the AC adapter is disconnected and then remove the battery pack
36. d peripherals such as PDAs personal digital assistants mobile phones and infrared printers The infrared port can transfer data at speeds of up to four megabits per second Mbps at a distance of up to one meter Note The Fast Infrared feature is available on certain models only 28 Getting familiar with your computer Audio Your computer includes an integrated stereo audio system Built in stereo speakers are located at the front of the unit Volume is adjusted using software such as Volume Control in Windows Volume Fn keys or any other application that provides a volume adjustment control Two audio ports on the right side of the computer enable external devices to be connected See A tour of your computer for the location of the audio ports For information on connecting external devices see Audio devices in the section entitled Peripherals and options 29 Securing your computer Your computer features hardware and software security solutions in the form of a slot for a Kensington lock and a password facility Security slot A slot for a Kensington slot enables you to physically protect your computer from theft Use this feature as follows Wrap a security lock cable around a heavy or immoveable object such as a drawer handle on a file cabinet or a table leg e Insert the lock into the slot on the computer turn it 90 and then lock it in place Setting a password Passwords prote
37. d properly Do not disassemble or dispose of them in fire Keep them away from children and dispose of used batteries promptly 14 Use only the proper type of power supply cord set provided in your accessories box for this unit It should be a detachable type UL listed CSA certified type SPT 2 rated 7A 125V minimum VDE approved or its equivalent Maximum length is 15 feet 4 6 meters 15 Always disconnect all telephone lines from the wall outlet before serving or disassembling this equipment 16 Avoid using a telephone other than a cordless type during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning 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 PRODUCT CAUTION INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AVOID EXPO SURE TO BEAM APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 PRODUIT LASERATTENTION RADIATION DU FAISCEAU LASER INVISIBLE EN CAS D OUVERTURE EVITTER TOUTE EXPOSITION AUX RAYONS LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE LASER KLASSE 1 VORSICHT UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG WENN ABDECKUNG GEOFFNET NICHT DEM STRAHLL AUSSETZEN 97 PRODUCTO LASER DE LA CLASE ADVERTENCIA RADIACION LASER INVISIBLE AL SER ABIERTO EVITE EXPONERSE A LOS RAYOS ADVARSEL LASERSTRALING VEDABNING SE IKKE IND STRALEN VARO LAVATTAESSA OLET ALTTINA LASERSATEILYLLE VARNING LASERSTRALNING NAR DENNA
38. e VO ports One Type II PC CardBus PCMCIA slot One IEEE 1394 port e One RJ 11 modem jack V 92 56Kbps modem One RJ 45 network jack Ethernet 10 100 Base T One DC in jack One Infrared FIR port manufacturing option One S video port One external monitor port One microphone in jack 3 5mm mini jack One headphone jack 3 5mm mini jack e Four USB 2 0 ports One 5 in 1 memory card reader Weight and dimensions 15 0 display model 3 4 kg 7 50 165 365 VV x 288 5 D x 45 H mm 87 Environment e Temperature Operating 5 C 35 C Non operating 20 C 65 C e Humidity non condensing Operating 20 80 RH Non operating 20 80 RH Operating system Microsoft Windows XP Home Pro operating system e ACPI 1 0b support DMI 2 0 compliant Power 8 cell Li ion battery pack e 135VV AC adapter 19V Options 256MB 512MB 1G memory upgrade module e Additional 135W AC adapter Type No HP OW135F13 Tech No 19Vdc 135W ADP 135DB Tech No 19Vdc 135W PA 1131 08 Tech No 19Vdc 135W e Additional Li ion battery pack Type No BATELW80L8 Tech No 14 8Vdc 4 3Ah BATELVVSOLSH Tech No 14 8Vdc 4 0Ah 88 Appendix A Specifications a iz o0 m Appendix B Regulation amp safety notices This appendix lists the general notices for your computer 91 Energy Star Guidelines Compliance As an Energy Star Partner
39. e disc is supported by the drive If your computer has a CD ROM drive it can read CDs but cannot read DVDs If your computer has a DVD drive it can read both CDs and DVDs When placing a disc in the drive tray make sure that it is secure on the spindle of the drive tray Make sure that the disc is free from scratches or smudges If the disc is dirty clean it using a disc cleaning kit 81 e Ifthe disc is OK the drive head might be dirty Clean it using a drive head cleaning kit The printer does not work Check the following e Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and it is turned on e Check that the cable is properly connected to the appropriate ports on both the computer and the printer Ifyou are using a printer connected to your computer s parallel port restart the computer Windows needs to find the new hardware and install the necessary drivers I want to set up my location to use the internal modem Follow these steps e Click on Start and then click on Control Panel e Double click on Phone and Modem Options e In the Dialing Rules tab begin setting up your location Refer to Windows Help and Support for more information When the battery is 95 99 full it wont charge to 100 capacity To preserve the life of the battery the system only lets you charge the battery when its capacity falls below 95 It is recommended that you run down the battery and then fully recharge it
40. eyboard Your computer features a full size keyboard However if you prefer you can connect an external keyboard to one of your computer s USB ports This enables you to enjoy the comfort and added features of a full size desktop system keyboard when inputting typed data on your notebook computer External keypad Your computer features an embedded keypad that when combined with the Num Lock feature enables you to easily input typed numeric data Alternatively you can connect a 17 key numeric keypad to one of your computer s USB ports This enables you to enjoy the benefits of a numeric keypad without interfering with your use of the computer s keyboard for typing text External pointing device Your computer features a sensitive touchpad pointing device with two click buttons and a scroll key However if you prefer to use a conventional mouse or other pointing device you can connect it to one of your computer s USB ports 42 Peripherals and options USB devices Your computer features four Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 ports for connecting a range of USB peripherals See External input devices on page 41 and Printer on page 44 for information on connecting a USB keyboard keypad mouse or printer Other common USB devices include digital cameras scanners and external storage devices USB is plug and play which means that you can connect and start using a USB device without having to restart your computer
41. g on configurations this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices such as wireless LAN and or Bluetooth modules Below information is for products with such devices European Union EU This device complies with the essential requirements of the European Council Directives listed below 73 23 EEC Low Voltage Directive e EN 60950 89 336 EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC Directive e EN 55022 EN 55024 e EN 61000 3 2 3 99 5 EC Radio amp Telecommunications Terminal Equipment R amp TTE Directive Art 3 1a EN 60950 Art 3 1b EN 301 489 1 17 Art 3 2 EN 300 328 2 Art 3 2 EN 301 893 applied to 5 GHz only C for 5 GHz device 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 Slovenia Cyprus and Malta Usage allowed in the countries of European Union as well as Norway Switzerland Iceland and Liechtenstein This device must be used in strict accordance with the regulations and constraints in the country of use For further information please contact local office in the country of use The FCC RF safety requirement The radiated output power of Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card and Blue tooth card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure li
42. he 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 undesired operation The following local Manufacturer Importer is responsible for this declaration Product Notebook Personal Computer Model Number LW80 Machine Type Aspire 1670 SKU Number Aspire 167xxx 0 9 a z or A Z Name of Responsible Party Acer America Corporation Address of Responsible Party 2641 Orchard Parkway San Jose CA 95134 U S A Contact Person Mr Young Kim Phone No 408 922 2909 Fax No 408 922 2606 103 Acer Incorporated 8F 88 Sec 1 Hsin Tai Wu Rd Hsichih Taipei Hsien 221 Taiwan R O C Tel 886 2 2696 1234 Fax 886 2 2696 3535 www acer com Declaration of Conformity for CE marking Acer Inc 8F 88 Sec 1 Hsin Tai Wu Rd Hsichih Taipei Hsien 221 Taiwan R O C Contact Person Mr Easy Lai Tel 886 2 8691 3089 Fax 886 2 8691 3000 E mail easy_lai acer com tw Hereby declare that Product Notebook PC Trade Name Acer Model Number LW80 Machine Type Aspire 1670 SKU Number Aspire 167xxx C x 0 9 a z or A Z Is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following EC directives Reference No Title 89 336 EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC directive 73 23 EEC Low Voltage Directive LVD
43. imize Maxi mize and Close have standard PC behaviours To quit Aspire Arcade click the Close button in the upper right corner of the window You can also click To PC Player controls At the bottom of the window the player controls used for video slideshows movies and music are shown The group on the left pro vides standard playback controls play pause stop etc The group on the right controls volume mute and volume up down Note When playing DVDs there are additional controls added to the right of the volume controls These are discussed in more detail in the Cinema section of this guide a o0 68 Software Cinema If your computer came with a DVD drive you can play movies from DVDs and Video CDs VCDs with the Cinema function of Aspire Arcade This player has the features and controls of a typical living room DVD player When you insert a disc into the DVD drive the movie begins playing automatically To control the movie the pop up player control panel appears at the bottom of the window when you move the mouse If more than one optical drive contains a playable disc click the Cinema button on the Home page to open the Cinema content page then select the disc from the list on the right you d like to watch When viewing DVDs the following special controls are added to the pop up panel e DVD Menu Subtitle e Language e Angle The currently playing disc will be shown in the area
44. ing the computer After disconnecting your computer from the desktop prepare the unit as follovvs 1 Remove all media from the drives Loaded media can damage the drive heads during transit 2 Pack the computer in a protective case that is padded to guard against knocks Make sure that the unit cannot slide around inside the case Caution Avoid packing items next to the top of the computer as this could result in damage to the screen What to bring with you If you don t have spare items at home it is advisable to take along the AC adapter and this User s Guide Special considerations To protect your computer in transit it is advisable to pay attention to the following e Minimize the effect of temperature changes Keep your computer with you instead of placing it in storage holds e Avoid leaving your computer in a hot car e Changes in temperature and humidity can cause condensation to form within your computer Before turning the computer on allow it to return to room temperature and then check the screen for signs of condensation If the temperature change is greater than 10 C 18 F allow the computer to come to room temperature slowly by placing it in a room with a temperature between the outside and room temperatures a o0 56 Moving with your computer Setting up a home office If you frequently work on your computer at home as well as at work it may be worthwhile purchasing a second AC adapter
45. is turned off push a straightened paper clip into the optical drive emergency eject hole The tray will be released and partially popped open 25 Connectivity options Your computer has built in connectivity options enabling you to hook up to a network or communicate over a phone line Ethernet and LAN The integrated network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet based 10 100 BASE T network To use the network feature plug an Ethernet cable into your computer s network jack and then connect the other end to a network jack or hub on your network See Windows Help and Support for information on setting up a network connection 26 Getting familiar with your computer Fax Data modem Your computer features a built in fax data modem enabling you to communicate over a phone line This means that you can connect to the Internet via a dialup account with an ISP log in to your network from a remote location or send faxes Warning Your modem is not compatible with digital phone lines Plugging the computer into a digital phone system will damage the modem To use the fax data modem plug a phone cable into your computer s modem jack and then connect the other end to a telephone jack Warning Please use the delivered phone cable in the country of use 27 Fast infrared The computer s fast infrared FIR port allows you to do wireless data transfer with other IR aware computers an
46. l pointing device USB devices IEEE 1394 Port Printer Audio devices Expansion devices PC Card 5 in 1 card reader Manufacturing Option Miscellaneous options Battery pack AC adapter Key component upgrades Memory upgrade Hard disk upgrade Moving with your computer Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around Preparing the computer What to bring to short meetings What to bring to long meetings Taking the computer home Preparing the computer What to bring with you Special considerations Setting up a home office Traveling with the computer Preparing the computer What to take with you Special considerations Traveling internationally with your computer Preparing the computer What to take with you Special considerations Software System software 39 41 41 41 41 41 42 43 44 44 45 45 46 46 46 46 47 48 48 49 51 53 54 54 54 54 55 55 55 55 56 56 56 56 56 57 57 57 57 59 61 Using system utilities Acer eManager Launch Manager BIOS Utility Windows Arcade Arcade Hot keys Finding and playing content Arcade controls Cinema Album Video Music Burner Acer Disc to Disc Recovery Multilingual operating system installation Restore without a Recovery CD Setup password and exit Troubleshooting Frequently asked questions Requesting service International Traveler s Warranty ITW Before you call Appendix A Specifications Appendix B Regulation amp safety notices Index
47. m National P10 ONKYO p1 1 8 yar ONKYO 12 To view a slideshow open the folder containing the pictures you wish to view then click Play slideshow The slideshow is played full screen Use the pop up control panel to control the slideshow To rotate a picture in full screen click Rotate right or Rotate left You can also view a single picture by clicking on it This opens the pic ture full screen Slideshow settings To change slideshow settings click the Settings button on the Album page The Slide duration setting determines how long each slide is shown before automatically advancing to the next picture in the slideshow The Transition effects setting sets the style of transition used between pictures To add background music to a slideshow set the Play music during slideshow option to Yes The select music page asks you to choose music from your personal music library Click Restore to factory settings to return your settings to their default values 72 Software Video To open the Video function click Video on the Arcade Home page to open the Video Home page Note The Video feature is designed for video file playback of MPEG1 MPEG2 if a DVD drive is installed AVI WMV and ASF formats If you want to watch a DVD or VCD use the Cinema function Two options are shown on the Video page Video Play or Video Edit Playing a video file Click Video Play t
48. mits Never 99 theless the Aspire series shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized as follows 1 Users are requested to follow the RF safety instructions on wireless option devices that are included in the user s manual of each RF option device Caution To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements a separation distance of at least 20 cm 8 inches must be maintained between the antenna for the integrated Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card built in to the screen section and all persons Note Acer Dual Band 11a g Wireless Mini PCI Adapter implements transmission diversity function The function does not emit radio frequencies simultaneously from both antennas One of the antennas is selected automatically or manually by users to have good quality of radiocommunication 100 Appendix B Regulation amp safety notices 2 This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5 15 to 5 25 GHz frequency range FCC requires this product to be used indoors for the frequency range 5 15 to 5 25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co channel Mobile Satellite systems a o0 3 High power radar are allocated as primary users of the 5 25 to 5 35 GHz and 5 65 to 5 85 GHz bands These radar stations can cause interference with and or damage this device 4 An improper installation or unauthorized use may cause harmful interference t
49. n Front view 1 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output 2 Power indicator Lights green when the computer is on ee and lights orange when the computer is X in suspend mode 3 Battery indicator Lights orange when the battery is being charged and lights green when the battery is full charged 4 Bluetooth Lights to indicate the status of communications Bluetooth optional communications 5 Wireless Lights to indicate the status of wireless communications O LAN optional communications Latch Locks and releases the lid z Left view Getting familiar with your computer EH m 1 Security keylock Connects to a Kensington compatible a computer security lock 2 Tvvo USB 2 0 ports Connect to Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 ZS devices e g USB mouse and USB camera 3 PC Card slots Support one Type II CardBus PC Card 4 Eject button Ejects the PC Card s from the slot 5 Optical drive Internal optical drive accepts CDs or DVDs depending on the optical drive type 6 Eject button Ejects the optical drive tray from the drive 7 LED indicator Lights up when the optical drive is active 8 Emergency eject slot Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off See page 24 for more details 9 5 in 1 card reader Accepts SD MMC SM xD MS Pro card Note The 5 in 1 card reader is a manufacturing option
50. nables your Bluetooth optional 6 Wireless Enables your 802 11b g Wireless LAN optional Q Caution It is important that the Bluetooth and Wireless LAN features are turned off before boarding an airplane 23 Storage Your computer offers a variety of data storage options high capacity Enhanced IDE hard disk drive The hard drive is upgradeable enabling you to increase your storage capacity in the future Consult your dealer if you need to upgrade high speed optical drive Depending on your model you have a DVD CD RW Combo DVD Dual or DVD Super Multi drive The optical drive provides increased storage capacity as well as offering a host of multimedia possibilities See the section entitled A tour of your computer on page 3 for the locations of these drives 24 Getting familiar with your computer Ejecting the optical drive tray To eject the optical drive tray e With the computer turned on press the optical drive eject button tray will be released and partially popped open e Gently pull the tray out to its limit To load an optical disc e Place a CD or DVD on the open tray Align the disc s center hole with the tray s spindle Gently push down on the disc until it clicks in place on the spindle Gently push in the tray until it clicks closed Emergency ejection of the optical drive tray If you need to eject the optical drive tray when the computer
51. ng 80 status indicators 12 status LCD 12 storage 23 hard disk 23 optical drive 23 support information 82 T touchpad 19 hotkey 17 using 19 20 travel international flights 57 local trips 56 107 U W USB warranty connecting 42 International Traveler s Warran ty 82 V Windows 64 volume Windows keys 15 adjusting 28 108 us suq
52. o take special precautions for air travel What to take with you It is advisable to take the following items with you e AC adapter e Power cords that are appropriate for the countries you plan to visit e Spare fully charged battery packs e Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer e Phone and network cables if you plan to use the computer s modem and network connections Check that your modem is suitable for the telephone system in the countries you plan to visit You might have to use a PC Card modem in some locations Special considerations In addition to the considerations for normal travel with your computer keep the following in mind when traveling internationally Check that your power cord is suitable for the local power supply If necessary purchase a power cord that meets local requirements Avoid using converter kits e If you plan to connect over a phone line check that the computer s modem and your phone cord are suitable for the local phone system If necessary purchase a PC Card modem that meets local requirements 58 1221 Moving with your computer Software Your Aspire 1670 series notebook computer includes system utilities This chapter provides information on the important software that comes with your computer 61 System software Your computer comes preloaded with the following software e Microsoft Windows operating s
53. o radio communications Also any tampering of the internal antenna will void the FCC certification and your warranty Canada Low power license exempt radiocommunication devices RSS 210 a Common information Operation is subiect to the follovving tvvo conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device b Operation in 2 4 GHz band To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors and installed outdoors is subject to licensing Operation in 5 GHz band The device for the band 5150 5250 MHz is only for indoor usage to reduce potential for harmful interference to co channel Mobile Satellite systems e High power radars are allocated as primary users meaning they have priority of 5250 5350 MHz and 5650 5850 MHz and these radars could cause interference and or damage to LELAN Licence Exempt Local Area Network devices Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS 102 101 The Acer Aspire series employs low gain integral antennas that do not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population consult Safety Code 6 obtainable from Health Canada s Web site at www hc sc gc ca rpb 102 Appendix B Regulation amp safety notices Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of t
54. o watch video files The Video page shows the video files in the content area on the right side They are organized by fold ers and a thumbnail image shows the first frame of the video To play a video file click on it the video will play full screen The pop up control panel will appear at the bottom of the screen when you move the mouse To return to the Video page click Stop Editing a video file Click the Video Edit to open the PowerDirector program PowerDirector is a digital video editing program that can help you cre ate professional looking movies complete with music special effects and transition effects PowerDirector provides home users with a sim ple tool to help them do something a little more creative with their home videos You don t have to be a video professional to enjoy using PowerDirector The digital movie production process involves a combination of artistry and technology beginning with raw video footage and ending with a movie Before you edit your movie using PowerDirector you must first create or gather it s component parts video clips photos and music 73 VVhen you have your ravv footage on hand you can use PovverDirector to perform the follovving tasks acquire video and audio content trim video and audio content to desired length adda special effect to a video clip adjust the sharpness contrast and or color of a video clip add transition effects between video cli
55. ouse Copy non copy protected DVDs too 74 Software Audio create your own greatest hits CDs Create better sounding music in a snap Burn your favourite songs to CD so you can listen to them on any CD player Convert songs from your music collection to MP3 and other popular audio formats Even create MP3 CDs with over 100 of your favourite songs and listen to them on you PC or MP3 CD player Data store files simply and easily Copy your computer s hard drive files for easy recovery in the event of a crash archiving your data on CD DVD eliminates the need for extra hard drives Video your world in pictures Turn digital photos into a Slideshow VCD with background music that can be played by most DVD players Bring new life to your video clips and share any event with your friends and family for playback on most DVD players You can even add customized menus to Video CDs and Super Video CDs For Specific details about each of these options consult the User s Guide or click the Help button to open NTI CD DVD Maker s help menu File type compatibility Cinema DVD SVCD DTS Liner PCM VCD MiniDVD TruSurroundXT SRS DVD audio Video ASF AVMV AVI DVD navigator SVCD M2V MPEG1 2 MOV Flash DivX requires codec Album BMP JPG PNG GIF TIF PSD ICO Music MP3 WMA WAV DVD audio SACD CDA Audio CD Note Auto media detection will only function under main menu 75 Acer Disc to Disc Rec
56. overy Note This feature is only available on certain models Multilingual operating system installation Follow the instructions to choose the operating system and language you use when you first power on the system 1 Turn on the system 2 Acer multilingual operating system selection menu vvill pop up automatically 3 Use the arrow keys to scroll to the language version you want Press Enter to confirm your selection 4 The operating system and language you choose now will be the only option for future recovery operations 5 The system will install the operating system and language you choose Restore without a Recovery CD This recovery process helps you restore the C drive with the original software content that is installed when you purchase your notebook Follow the steps below to rebuild your C drive Your C drive will be reformatted and all data will be erased It is important to back up all data files before you use this option Before performing a restore operation please check the BIOS settings a Check to see if Acer disc to disc function is enabled or not b sure the Acer D2D Recovery setting in Main is Enabled c Exit the BIOS Setup Utility and save changes The system will reboot Note To activate BIOS Setup Utility press lt F2 gt during POST 76 Software 1 Restart the system 2 instruction Press lt F2 gt to Enter BIOS is shown at the bottom of the screen during P
57. ps preview your production burn your production to a VCD or DVD For help with editing video refer to PovverDirector s online help sys tem Music For convenient access to you music collection click the Music on the Arcade Home page to open the Music Home page Select the folder that contains the music you want to listen to Click Play to listen to the entire CD from the beginning or select the song that you want to hear from the list in the content area The songs in the folder are shown in the content area while the left side has controls for Play Random and Repeat all The Visualize option allows you to watch computer generated visualizations while you listen to music When playing music the control panel at the bot tom of the page makes it easy to adjust the volume and control play back To rip music from a CD click Rip CD In the page that opens select the songs you would like to rip or click Select Clear all then click Rip now Burner NTI CD DVD Maker simplifies today s digital lifestyle by providing and easy and complete solution for recording data audio photos or video Now you can burn and share anything on CD DVD your music just the way you like it your photos your videos Even copy your critical data faster and easier than ever before Copy backup your CD DVD collection Make backup copies of non copy protected CDs in just a few clicks of your m
58. roblems I press the power button but my computer does not start or boot up Look at the Power status indicator f it is not lit no power is being delivered to the computer Check the following Ifyou are running on battery power the battery may be low and unable to power the computer Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack If you are running on mains power make sure that the AC adapter is properly plugged in to the computer and to the power outlet Nothing appears on the screen The computer s power management system automatically blanks the screen to save power Press any key to turn the display back on If pressing a key does not turn the display back on check the following brightness level might be too low Press Fn gt hot key to increase the screen brightness level e The display device might be set to an external monitor Press the Fn F5 hot key to toggle the display setting e The system may be in standby mode Try pressing the power button to resume The image is not full screen Make sure that the resolution is set to a resolution your system supports e Right click on your Windows desktop and select Properties to bring up the Display Properties dialog box Alternatively click on the Display icon in Control Panel e Click on the Settings tab to check the resolution setting Resolutions lower than the specified resolution result in a display that is less than full screen
59. rocessor 2 Either directly press the dollar sign at the bottom right of the keyboard or hold Alt Gr and then press the dollar sign at the upper center of the keyboard Note This function varies by the operating system version Touchpad The built in touchpad is a PS 2 compatible pointing device that senses movement on its surface The cursor responds to your finger movements on the touchpad In addition the two click buttons provide the same functionality as a computer mouse while the scroll key enables easy 4 way scrolling in documents and web pages The touchpad is located in the middle of the palm rest area providing maximum comfort and efficiency Touchpad basics Use the touchpad as follows ETY Slide your finger over the surface of the touchpad to control the movement of the cursor Tap the touchpad to perform selection and execution functions Press the left 1 and right 3 click buttons to perform selection and execution functions just as you would use the buttons on a computer mouse Use the scroll key 2 to scroll through long documents and web pages Press the top of the key to scroll up bottom to scroll down left to scroll left and right to scroll right 20 Getting familiar with your computer Execute Click twice Tap twice quickly quickly Select Click once Tap once Drag Click and hold Tap twice Then slide your quickly On the finger across second tap
60. s OFF BIOS Utility The BIOS Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer s Basic Input Output System BIOS Your computer is already properly configured and optimized and you do not need to run this utility However if you encounter configura tion problems you may need to run it To activate the BIOS Utility press F2 during the Power On Self Test POST while the Acer logo is being displayed 64 Software Windows Arcade Aspire Arcade is an integrated player for music photos DVD movies and videos To watch or listen click a content button e g Music Video etc on the Arcade home page Aspire Arcade David Cinema watch DVDs or VCDs Album view photos stored on your hard drive or any removable media Video watch and or edit video clips Music listen to music files in a variety of formats Burner create CDs and or DVDs to share or archive data Advanced Settings adjust Aspire Arcade according to your prefer ences Note While watching videos DVDs or slideshows your screensaver and power saving features are unavailable These functions are enabled when you listen to music 65 Arcade Hot keys When running in the Windows environment the key combinations listed below are available to control and fine tune the features and settings of Aspire Arcade Fn F1 On line help menu Fn F2 System properties Fn F
61. the touchpad to slide your drag the cursor finger across over the the touchpad selection to drag the cursor over the selection Access Click content once menu Scroll Click and hold the up dovvn left right button Note Keep your fingers as vvell as the surface of the touchpad clean and dry The touchpad is sensitive to your finger movements the lighter your touch the better the response Tapping hard will not increase the touchpad s responsiveness 21 Launch keys Located at the upper right above the keyboard are four buttons These buttons are called launch keys They are designated as the mail Web browser Empowering and programmable keys Press the Acer Empowering Key to run the Acer eManager Please see Acer eManager on page 62 The mail and Web browser are default for Email and Internet programs but can be reset by users To set the mail Web browser and programmable keys run the Acer Launch Manager See Launch Manager on page 63 1 Email Launches your email application 2 Web browser Launches your Internet browser 3 e Acer eManager application User programmable 4 P User programmable In addition there are two launch keys at the front panet Even when the cover is closed you can easily access the features of Wireless and 22 Getting familiar with your computer Bluetooth However the Wireless and Bluetooth keys cannot be reset by users 5 Bluetooth E
62. type Serial number Date of purchase Appendix A Specifications This appendix lists the general specifications of your computer 85 Microprocessor lIntel6 Pentium 4 processors 2 8 3 0 3 2 3 4 3 6 GHz or or Intel Celeron processors 2 6 GHz and above Memory e 256 512 MB of DDR333 SDRAM standard upgradeable to 2048 MB with dual soDIMM modules e 512 KB flash ROM BIOS Data storage One 30 GB and above E IDE hard disk 2 5 9 5mm UltraDMA 100 One internal optical drive Display and video e The TFT LCD panel providing a large viewing area for maximum efficiency and ease of use 15 0 XGA 1024x768 resolution 15 4 WXGA 1280x800 resolution e Simultaneous LCD and CRT display support DualView support S video for output to a television or display device that supports S video input e Automatic LCD dim feature automatically selecting the best setting for the display in order to conserve power Connectivity Integrated 10 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet connection e Built in 56Kbps fax data modem IEEE 802 11b g Wireless LAN manufacturing option e Bluetooth manufacturing option a o0 86 Appendix A Specifications Audio e Two built in stereo speakers MS DirectSound compatible e Audio ports for microphone in and headphones Keyboard and pointing device 84 85 88 key Windows keyboard Ergonomically centered touchpad pointing devic
63. uides is provided to help you set up and use your TravelMate Aspire computer The Just for starters poster shows you how to set up your Just computer This User s Guide provides clear and concise information on using your computer productively You are advised to read it thoroughly and keep it handy for future reference For more information on Acer s products services and support please visit the web site http Awww acer com Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and off To turn on your computer open the lid and press the power button above the keyboard To turn the power off you can do any of the following e Click on the Start button in Windows and then select Shut Down on the popup menu e Push the power button To use this method you must first click on the Power Management icon in Windows Control Panel and then check that the power button is set to shut down the computer when pressed See Windows Help and Support for more information N o0 m Note If you are unable to shut dovvn the computer in the usual vvay press and hold the povver button for more than four seconds You should then vvait at least tvvo seconds before turning the computer on again Taking care of your computer Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight Do not place it near sources of heat such as a radiator
64. vices 2 This equipment is not capable under all operating conditions of correct operation at the higher speeds for which it is designed Telecom will accept no responsibility should difficulties arise in such circumstances 3 Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom s Telepermit requirements are dependent on the equipment PC associated with this device The associated equipment shall be set to operate within the following limits for compliance with Telecom s Specifications a There shall be no more than 10 call attempts to the same number within any 30 minute period for any single manual call initiation and b The equipment shall go on hook for a period of not less than 30 seconds betvveen the end of one attempt and the beginning of the next call attempt 4 Some parameters required for compliance vvith Telecom s Telepermit requirements are dependent on the equipment PC associated vvith this device In order to operate vvithin the limits for compliance vvith Telecom s specifications the associated equipment shall be set to ensure that automatic calls to different numbers are spaced such that there is not less than 5 seconds between the end of one call attempt and the beginning of another 5 This equipment shall not be set up to make automatic calls to Telecom s 111 Emergency Service 95 Important safety instructions Read these instructions carefully Save them for future reference 1 Follow all warnings
65. with the computer turned off results in a significantly faster charge time The battery will come in handy when you travel or during a power failure It is advisable to have an extra fully charged battery pack available as backup Contact your dealer for details on ordering a spare battery pack Maximizing the battery s life Like all other batteries your computer s battery will degrade over time This means that the battery s performance will diminish with time and use To maximize your battery s life you are advised to adhere to the recommendations set out below Conditioning a new battery pack Before you use a battery pack for the first time there is a conditioning process that you should follow 1 Insert the new battery without turning the computer on Connect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery Disconnect the AC adapter Turn on the computer and operate using battery power Fully deplete the battery until the battery low warning appears nu m WN Reconnect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery again 34 Operating on battery power Follow these steps again until the battery has been charged and discharged three times Use this conditioning process for all new batteries or if a battery hasn t been used for a long time If the computer is to be stored for more than two weeks you are advised to remove the battery pack from the unit Warning Do not expose battery packs to temperatures below 0 C
66. y may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the product 10 Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel 11 Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions a When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed b If liquid has been spilled into the product Ifthe product has been exposed to rain or water a o0 96 Appendix B Regulation amp safety notices d Ifthe product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition e Ifthe product has been dropped or the case has been damaged f If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service 12 The TravelMate Aspire series uses the lithium battery Replace the battery with the same type as the product s battery we recommend in the product specification list Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion 13 Warning Batteries may explode if not handle
67. you can toggle on and off Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase Num Lock When Num Lock is on the embedded keypad is in numeric Fn F11 mode The keys function as a calculator complete vvith the arithmetic operators and Use this mode when you need to do a lot of numeric data entry A better solution vvould be to connect an external keypad Scroll Lock When Scroll Lock is on the screen moves one line up or down Fn F12 when you press the up or down arrow keys respectively Scroll Lock does not work with some applications 14 Getting familiar with your computer Embedded numeric keypad The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad It is indicated by small characters located on the upper right corner of the keycaps To simplify the keyboard legend cursor control key symbols are not printed on the keys 57 7 Number keys on Type numbers in a normal embedded keypad manner Cursor control keys Hold Shift while using Hold Fn while using on embedded cursor control keys cursor control keys keypad Main keyboard keys Hold Fn while typing letters Type the letters in a on embedded keypad normal manner Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows specific functions Windows key Pressed alone this key has the same effect as clicking ay on the Windows Start button it l
68. ystem e Hardware BIOS Setup Utility e System utilities drivers and application software Note To run software applications in Windows first click on the Start button Next select the appropriate folder and then click on the application icon To learn about the software and utility make use of the online help provided by the software 62 Software Using system utilities Acer eManager Acer eManager is an innovative sofware designed for frequently used functions At the press of the Acer Empowering Key the Acer eMan ager user interface appears featuring two main settings Acer eSetting and Acer ePresentation selected models 2 Empowering Technology Acer eSetting w Acer ePresentation To set the Acer Empowering Key see Launch keys on page 21 63 Launch Manager The Acer Launch Manager allows you to set the programmable launch keys including the default mail and Web browswer keys as well as the Empowering and P keys The Wireless and Bluetooth keys cannot be set by users See Launch keys on page 21 for more information You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start All Programs and then Launch Manager to start the application Launch Manager Bluetooth Boot Status E Mail Manager xi _ Adi Delete Internet Browser 1 Add _Delete site c acer eManager EMGR exe v _ Add Delete Launch Manager 1 _Delete Bluetooth Alway

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