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Page 1 - 4520/4520G/4220 Series

Aspire 4520/4520G/4220 SeriesUser's Guide

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x•coldness or weaknessIf you have these symptoms, or any other recurring or persistent discomfort and/or pain related to computer use, consult a physi

Page 3 - Safety instructions

82EnglishRegulations and safety noticesFCC noticeThis device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant

Page 4 - Using electrical power

83EnglishEnglishand (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.Notice: Canadian

Page 5 - Replacing the battery pack

84EnglishYour telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of y

Page 6 - Medical devices

85EnglishEnglishNotice for New Zealand1 The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the

Page 7 - Vehicles

86EnglishLaser compliance statementThe CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product. The CD or DVD drive's classification label (sh

Page 8 - Disposal instructions

87EnglishEnglishRadio device regulatory noticeNote: Below regulatory information is for models with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only.GeneralThis pro

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88Englishwireless mouse/keyboard)• EN301 511 V9.0.2:2003 (Applied to models with 3G function)• EN301 908-1 V2.2.1:2003 (Applied to models with 3G fu

Page 10 - Taking care of your vision

89EnglishEnglishThe FCC RF safety requirementThe radiated output power of the wireless LAN Mini PCI Card and Bluetooth card is far below the FCC radio

Page 11 - Developing good work habits

90English4 An improper installation or unauthorized use may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Also any tampering of the internal ant

Page 12 - First things first

91EnglishEnglishFederal Communications ComissionDeclaration of ConformityThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to t

Page 13 - Taking care of your computer

xi•using a glare-reduction filter• using a display visor, such as a piece of cardboard extended from the display's top front edge• Avoid adjustin

Page 14 - Cleaning and servicing

92EnglishWe, Acer Computer (Shanghai) Limited 3F, No. 168 Xizang medium road, Huangpu District, Shanghai, ChinaContact Person: Mr

Page 15 - Contents

93EnglishEnglishLCD panel ergonomic specificationsDesign viewing distance 500 mmDesign inclination angle 0.0°Design azimuth angle 90.0°Viewing directi

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94EnglishIndexAAC adaptercaring for xiiiaudio 34adjusting the volume 34troubleshooting 40Bbattery packbattery-low warning 47caring for

Page 17 - Expanding through options 70

95Englishmemoryinstalling 74messageserror 80modem 70Nnetwork 71Notebook Managerhotkey 31num lock 29on indicator 25numeric keypade

Page 18 - Index 94

xiiFirst things firstWe would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs.Your guidesTo help you

Page 19 - Acer Empowering Technology

xiiiTo turn the power off, do any of the following:• Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start then click on Shut Down.• Use the power buttonY

Page 20 - Empowering Technology

xivTaking care of your battery packHere are some ways to take care of your battery pack:• Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Turn th

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Information for your safety and comfort iiiSafety instructions iiiAdditional safety information viOperating environment viMedical devices viVehicles v

Page 22 - To edit a power plan:

Special keys 32Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray 33Using a computer security lock 33Audio 34Adjusting the volume 34Using Dolby Home Theater

Page 23 - Battery status

Scheduling recordings 56Program guide 56Find program 57TV settings 57Using TeleText functions 57Acer Arcade Deluxe(for selected models) 59Remote contr

Page 24 - Acer eAudio Management

BIOS utility 75Boot sequence 75Enable disk-to-disk recovery 75Password 75Using software 76Playing DVD movies 76Power management 77Acer eRecovery Manag

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1Empowering TechnologyAcer Empowering TechnologyThe Empowering Technology toolbar makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage

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Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes. Such cha

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2Empowering TechnologyNote: If you lose the Empowering Technology password, there is no way to reset it except by reformatting your system. Make sure

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3Empowering TechnologyAcer eNet Management can save network settings for a location to a profile, and automatically switch to the appropriate profile

Page 29 - Acer eRecovery Management

4Empowering TechnologyAcer ePower Management (for selected models)Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for configuring y

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5Empowering Technology1 Switch to the power plan you wish to edit2 Adjust settings as required.3 Click "Apply" to save your new settings.To

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6Empowering TechnologyAcer eAudio Management Acer eAudio Management allows you to easily control the enhanced sound effects of Dolby® Home Theater™ on

Page 32 - Windows Mobility Center

7Empowering TechnologyAcer ePresentation Management (for selected models)Acer ePresentation Management lets you project your computer's display

Page 33 - Your Acer notebook tour

8Empowering TechnologyAcer eDataSecurity Management (for selected models)Acer eDataSecurity Management is an encryption utility that protects your f

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9Empowering TechnologyAcer eLock Management (for selected models)Acer eLock Management is simple yet effective utility that allows you to lock remo

Page 35 - Closed front view

10Empowering Technology

Page 36 - Left view

11Empowering TechnologyAcer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is a versatile backup utility. It allows you to create full or incremental

Page 37 - Rear view

iiiInformation for your safety and comfortSafety instructionsRead these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference. Follow all wa

Page 38 - Base view

12Empowering TechnologyFor more information, please refer to "Acer eRecovery Management" on page 78 in the AcerSystem User's Guide.Note

Page 39 - Specifications

13Empowering TechnologyAcer eSettings Management (for selected models)Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications, set B

Page 40 - Communication

14Empowering TechnologyWindows Mobility CenterThe Windows Mobility Center collects key mobile-related system settings in one easy-to-find place, so yo

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15EnglishYour Acer notebook tourAfter setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters... poster, let us show you around your new Acer

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16English4 Status indicatorsLight-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to show the status of the computer's functions and components. See "I

Page 43 - Indicators

17EnglishClosed front view# Icon Item Description1 CIR receiverReceives signals from a remote control.2 Line-in jackAccepts audio line-in devices (e.g

Page 44 - Easy-launch buttons

18EnglishLeft view# Icon Item Description1 External display (VGA) portConnects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector).2 S-video/T

Page 45 - Touchpad

19EnglishRight viewRear view# Item Description1 Optical driveInternal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs (slot-load or tray-load depending on model).2

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20EnglishBase view# Icon Item Description1 Battery bayHouses the computer's battery pack.2 Battery lockLocks the battery in position.3 Hard disk

Page 47 - Using the keyboard

21EnglishSpecificationsOperating system• Windows Vista™ Home Premium• Windows Vista™ Home Basic• Windows Vista™ Starter EditionPlatformAMD Better By D

Page 48 - Windows keys

ivWarnings• Do not use this product near water.• Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the product falls, it could be seri

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22EnglishGraphicsNVIDIA® GeForce® 7000M integrated 3D graphics with up to 752 MB of TurboCache™ (256 MB of dedicated system memory, up to 496 MB of sh

Page 50 - Special keys

23EnglishDimensions and weight• 342 (W) x 247 (D) x 35/38 (H) mm (13.46 x 9.72 x 1.38/1.49 inches)• 2.48 kg (5.48lbs.) with UMA• 2.52 kg(5.55 lbs.) wi

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24EnglishNote: The specifications listed above are for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased.Options and a

Page 52 - Adjusting the volume

25EnglishIndicatorsThe computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators.The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is clo

Page 53 - Dolby Virtual Speaker

26EnglishEasy-launch buttonsLocated beside the keyboard are application buttons. These buttons are called easy-launch buttons. They are: WLAN, Interne

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27EnglishTouchpadThe built-in seamless touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor responds as you move y

Page 55 - Using the system utilities

28English• Move your finger across the touchpad (2) to move the cursor.• Press the left (1) and right (4) buttons located beneath the touchpad to perf

Page 56 - Launch Manager

29EnglishUsing the keyboardThe keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys.

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30EnglishWindows keysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.Key DescriptionWindows keyPressed alone, this key has the same

Page 58 - Frequently asked questions

31EnglishHotkeysThe computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output

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vNote: The grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with the p

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32EnglishSpecial keysYou can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your keyboard.The Euro symbol1 O

Page 61 - Requesting service

33EnglishEjecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive trayPress the drive eject button to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is on.Insert a pape

Page 62 - Battery pack

34EnglishAudioThe computer comes with 32-bit high-definition audio, and Dolby® certified surround sound system with two built-in stereo speakers.Adjus

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35EnglishUsing Dolby Home Theater for surround/multi-channel soundYour Acer notebook comes with the Dolby® Home Theater audio enhancement featuring Do

Page 64 - Optimising battery life

36EnglishThe Playback Devices dialog box will pop up. There are three tabs: Playback, Recording and Sounds. Click the Playback tab, and then select Re

Page 65 - Battery-low warning

37EnglishUsing the system utilitiesAcer GridVista (dual-display compatible)Note: This feature is only available on certain models. Models shipped with

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38EnglishAcer GridVista is simple to set up:1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the taskbar.2 Dr

Page 68 - Arcade controls

40EnglishFrequently asked questionsThe following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer. Easy solutions are p

Page 69 - Background mode

41Englishon page 17 for more detail.• If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to the line-out port on the computer, the internal s

Page 70 - Settings

viTelephone line safety• Disconnect all telephone lines from the equipment when not in use and/or before servicing.• To avoid the remote risk of elect

Page 71 - Slide Show settings

42EnglishI want to restore my computer to its original settings without recovery CDs.Note: If your system is the multilingual version, the operating s

Page 72 - Snapshot

43EnglishRequesting serviceInternational Travelers Warranty (ITW)Your computer is backed by an International Travelers Warranty (ITW) that gives you s

Page 73 - TV (for selected models)

44EnglishBattery packThe computer uses a battery pack that gives you long use between charges.Battery pack characteristicsThe battery pack has the fol

Page 74 - Program guide

45EnglishFollow these steps again until the battery has been charged and discharged three times.Use this conditioning process for all new batteries, o

Page 75 - Using TeleText functions

46EnglishTo remove a battery pack:1 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery.2 Pull the battery from the battery bay.Charging the batter

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47EnglishBattery-low warningWhen using battery power pay attention to the Windows power meter.Warning: Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible afte

Page 77 - (for selected models)

48EnglishAcer Arcade (for selected models)Acer Arcade is an integrated player for music, photos, TV, DVD movies and videos. It can be operated using y

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49EnglishFinding and playing contentClicking a button on the Arcade home page opens the corresponding feature's home page. The content pages have

Page 79 - Remote functions

50EnglishIn Audio Settings:Use "Speaker Environment" to choose between "Headphones," "SPDIF," "2" or more spea

Page 80 - TV Joy (selected models only)

51EnglishVirtual keyboardWhenever you are required to enter search information, or name a file, DVD or folder, you can use the onscreen virtual keyboa

Page 81 - DVDivine

viiPacemakers. Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation of 15.3 centimeters (6 inches) be maintained between wireless devices and a

Page 82 - Moving around

52EnglishCinemaIf your computer came with a DVD drive, you can play movies from DVDs and video CDs (VCDs) with the Cinema function of Acer Arcade. Thi

Page 83 - Taking the computer home

53EnglishAlbumAcer Arcade lets you view digital photos individually or as a slide show, from any available drive on your computer. Click the Album but

Page 84 - Traveling with the computer

54EnglishTo add background music to a slide show, click on the "Slide Show Music" option. The Slide Show Music page will ask you to choose m

Page 85 - What to bring with you

55EnglishMusicFor convenient access to your music collection, click Music on the Arcade homepage to open the Music homepage.Select the folder, CD or c

Page 86 - Securing your computer

56EnglishTime-shift functionalityArcade also has a time-shift function that can be enabled. To create an instant replay, Arcade records the TV broadca

Page 87 - Setting passwords

57EnglishFind programClicking the Find Program button allows you to search for programs by channel number or category.TV settingsTo change picture set

Page 88 - Expanding through options

58EnglishTo navigate within the TeleText function, you can:• Click the color buttons to follow the onscreen color shortcuts.• Click an onscreen page n

Page 89 - Universal Serial Bus (USB)

59EnglishAcer Arcade Deluxe(for selected models) Note: Acer Arcade Deluxe is available for systems with Windows Media Center.Acer Arcade Deluxe extend

Page 90 - IEEE 1394 port

60EnglishRemote control (for selected models)If your computer is bundled with a remote control for use wiht the Arcade Deluxe software, the table belo

Page 91 - ExpressCard

61EnglishRemote functions*TeleText regions only.# Item Description1 Play Play selection2 Record Record TV3 Rewind Reverse playback or go to previous p

Page 92 - Installing memory

viiiEmergency callsWarning: You cannot make emergency calls through this device. To make an emergency call you shall dial out through your mobile phon

Page 93 - Password

62EnglishStarting Acer Arcade DeluxeYou can run the Acer Arcade Deluxe utilities directly from Windows Media Center. To do this, scroll up/down from t

Page 94 - Using software

63EnglishDVDivineDVDivine is a handy utility for quickly creating DVDs or other discs containing video, pictures, or music. In just a few easy steps,

Page 95 - Power management

64EnglishTaking your notebook PC with youThis section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer.Disconne

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65EnglishNote: If the Sleep indicator is off, the computer has entered Hibernation mode and is turned off. If the power indicator is off but the Sleep

Page 97 - Restore and recovery

66EnglishSpecial considerationsFollow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work:• Minimize the effects of temperature

Page 98 - Troubleshooting

67EnglishSpecial considerationsIn addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home, follow these guidelines to protect your computer while trav

Page 99

68EnglishSecuring your computerYour computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take care of your comput

Page 100 - FCC notice

69EnglishEntering passwordsWhen a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen.• When the Supervisor Password is set

Page 101 - Modem notices

70EnglishExpanding through optionsYour notebook PC offers you a complete mobile computing experience.Connectivity optionsPorts allow you to connect pe

Page 102 - Notice for Australia

71EnglishBuilt-in network featureThe built-in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet-based network.To use the network feat

Page 103 - Notice for New Zealand

ix(for selected models)ENERGY STAR is a government program (public/private partnership) that gives people the power to protect the environment in a co

Page 104 - Laser compliance statement

72EnglishIEEE 1394 portThe computer's IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect to an IEEE 1394-compatible device like a video camera or digital camer

Page 105 - European Union (EU)

73EnglishExpressCardThe ExpressCard is the newest version of the PC Card. It is a smaller and faster interface that further enhances the usability and

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74EnglishInstalling memoryFollow these steps to install memory:1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pa

Page 107 - The FCC RF safety requirement

75EnglishBIOS utilityThe BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS.Your computer is already properly confi

Page 108

76EnglishUsing softwarePlaying DVD moviesWhen the DVD drive module is installed in the optical drive bay, you can play DVD movies on your computer.1 E

Page 109 - Declaration of Conformity

77EnglishPower managementThis computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any activity invo

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78EnglishAcer eRecovery ManagementAcer eRecovery Management is a tool to quickly backup and restore the system. You can create and save a backup of th

Page 111

79EnglishBurn backup discUsing the Burn Disc page of Acer eRecovery Management, you can burn the factory default image, a user backup image, the curre

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80EnglishTroubleshootingThis chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Solut

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81EnglishEnglishIf you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service cente

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