Acer Aspire 5920G User Manual

Aspire 5920G/5920 SeriesUser's Guide

xENERGY STAR is a government program (public/private partnership) that gives people the power to protect the environment in a cost effective way and w

81EnglishBIOS utilityThe BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS.Your computer is already properly confi

82EnglishUsing softwarePlaying DVD moviesWhen the DVD drive module is installed in the optical drive bay, you can play DVD movies on your computer.1 E

83EnglishPower managementThis computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any activity invo

84EnglishAcer eRecovery ManagementAcer eRecovery Management is a tool to quickly backup and restore the system. You can create and save a backup of th

85EnglishBurn backup discUsing the Burn Disc page of Acer eRecovery Management, you can burn the factory default image, a user backup image, the curre

86EnglishTroubleshootingThis chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Solut

87EnglishEnglishIf you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service cente

88EnglishRegulations and safety noticesFCC noticeThis device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant

89EnglishEnglishand (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.Notice: Canadian

90EnglishYour telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of y

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

91EnglishEnglishNotice for New Zealand1 The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the

92EnglishLaser compliance statementThe CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product. The CD or DVD drive's classification label (sh

93EnglishEnglishRadio device regulatory noticeNote: Below regulatory information is for models with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only.GeneralThis pro

94Englishwireless 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

95EnglishEnglishList of applicable countriesEU member states as of May 2004 are: Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Spain, France, Ireland, Italy, Lux

96English2 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

97EnglishEnglishFederal Communications ComissionDeclaration of ConformityThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to t

98EnglishWe, Acer Computer (Shanghai) Limited 3F, No. 168 Xizang medium road, Huangpu District, Shanghai, ChinaContact Person: Mr

99EnglishEnglishLCD panel ergonomic specificationsDesign viewing distance 500 mmDesign inclination angle 0.0°Design azimuth angle 90.0°Viewing directi

100EnglishIndexAAC adaptercaring for xivaudio 37adjusting the volume 37troubleshooting 43Bbattery packbattery-low warning 50caring for

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

101Englishmemoryinstalling 78messageserror 86modem 74Nnetwork 75Notebook Managerhotkey 32num lock 30on indicator 26numeric keypad

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

xivTo 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 buttonYo

xvTaking 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 the

Information for your safety and comfort iiiSafety instructions iiiAdditional safety information viiOperating environment viiMedical devices viiVehicle

Hotkeys 32Special keys 33Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray 35Using a computer security lock 36Audio 37Adjusting the volume 37Using Dolby Hom

Recorded TV 60Scheduling recordings 60Program guide 60Find program 60TV settings 60Using TeleText functions 61Acer Arcade Deluxe(for selected models)

ExpressCard 77Installing memory 78Connecting your TV (for selected models) 79BIOS utility 81Boot sequence 81Enable disk-to-disk recovery 81Password 81

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1Empowering TechnologyAcer Empowering TechnologyNote: All of the following content is for general reference only. Actual product specifications may va

2Empowering TechnologyAcer eNet Management Acer eNet Management helps you quickly connect to both wired and wireless networks in a variety of location

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

4Empowering TechnologyAcer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for configuring your power management op

5Empowering Technology3 Click "Apply" to save your new settings.To delete a power plan:You cannot delete the power plan you are currently us

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

7Empowering TechnologyAcer ePresentation Management Acer ePresentation Management lets you project your computer's display to an external display

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

9Empowering TechnologyAcer eLock Management Acer eLock Management is simple yet effective utility that allows you to lock removable storage, optical

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

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

12Empowering TechnologyFor more information, please refer to "Acer eRecovery Management" on page 84 in the AcerSystem User's Guide.Note

13Empowering TechnologyAcer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications, set BIOS passwords and modif

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

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

16English4 Power buttonTurns the computer on and off.5 SpeakersLeft and right speakers deliver stereo audio output.6 Easy-launch buttonsButtons for la

17EnglishClosed front view# Icon Item Description1 CIR receiverReceives signals from a remote control.2 5-in-1 card readerAccepts Secure Digital (SD),

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

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

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

20EnglishBase view# Icon Item Description1 Battery bayHouses the computer's battery pack.2 Battery release latchReleases the battery for removal.

21EnglishSpecificationsOperating system• Windows Vista™ Ultimate• Windows Vista™ Home Premium• Windows Vista™ Home BasicPlatform• Intel® Centrino® Duo

22EnglishGraphics• Mobile Intel® GM965 Express Chipset with integrated 3D graphics, featuring Intel® Graphic Media Accelerator (GMA) X3100 with up to

23EnglishCommunicationAcer Video Conference, featuring:• Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam, supporting Acer PrimaLite™ technology• Acer PureZone tech

24EnglishI/O interface• ExpressCard™/54 slot• 5-in-1 card reader (SD/MMC/MS/MS PRO/xD)• Four USB 2.0 ports• HDMI™ port with HDCP support (for selected

25EnglishNote: The specifications listed above are for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased.Software• Ace

26EnglishIndicatorsThe computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators.The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is clo

27EnglishEasy-launch buttonsLocated beside the keyboard are application buttons. These buttons are called easy-launch buttons. They are: Empowering Ke

28EnglishTouchpadThe built-in seamless touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor responds as you move y

29English• Press the left (1) and right (4) buttons located beneath the touchpad to perform selection and execution functions. These two buttons are s

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

30EnglishUsing the keyboardThe keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys.

31EnglishWindows keysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.Key DescriptionWindows keyPressed alone, this key has the same

32EnglishHotkeysThe computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output

33EnglishSpecial 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

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35EnglishEjecting 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

36EnglishUsing a computer security lockThe notebook comes with a Kensington-compatible security slot for a security lock.Wrap the computer security lo

37EnglishAudioThe computer comes with 32-bit Intel High-Definition audio, and Dolby® certified surround sound system with two built-in stereo speakers

38EnglishUsing Dolby Home Theater for surround/multi-channel soundYour Acer notebook comes with the Dolby® Home Theater audio enhancement featuring Do

39EnglishTo set up surround sound, select the Playback Devices by right-clicking the Volume Mixer icon in the sysetm tray of your Windows system.The P

vidischarged hundreds of times, but it will eventually wear out. When the operation time becomes noticeably shorter than normal, buy a new battery. Us

40EnglishUsing the system utilitiesNote: All of the following content is for general reference only. Actual product specifications may vary.Acer GridV

41EnglishAcer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be partitioned independently.Acer GridVista is simple to set up:1 Run Ace

43EnglishFrequently asked questionsThe following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer. Easy solutions are p

44Englishon page 17 or "Hotkeys" on page 32 for more detail.• If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to the line-out po

45EnglishI want to restore my computer to its original settings without recovery CDs.Note: If your system is the multilingual version, the operating s

46EnglishRequesting serviceInternational Travelers Warranty (ITW)Your computer is backed by an International Travelers Warranty (ITW) that gives you s

47EnglishEnglishBattery packThe computer uses a battery pack that gives you long use between charges.Battery pack characteristicsThe battery pack has

48EnglishFollow these steps again until the battery has been charged and discharged three times.Use this conditioning process for all new batteries, o

49EnglishEnglishTo remove a battery pack:1 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery.2 Pull the battery from the battery bay.Charging the

50EnglishBattery-low warningWhen using battery power pay attention to the Windows power meter.Warning: Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible afte

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

51EnglishAcer Arcade (for selected models)Acer Arcade is an integrated player for music, photos, TV, DVD movies and videos. It can be operated using y

52EnglishFinding and playing contentClicking a button on the Arcade home page opens the corresponding feature's home page. The content pages have

53EnglishIn Audio Settings:Use "Speaker Environment" to choose between "Headphones," "SPDIF," "2" or more spea

54EnglishVirtual keyboardWhenever you are required to enter search information, or name a file, DVD or folder, you can use the onscreen virtual keyboa

55EnglishCinemaIf 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

56EnglishAlbumAcer Arcade lets you view digital photos individually or as a slide show, from any available drive on your computer. Click the Album but

57EnglishTo 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

58EnglishMusicFor convenient access to your music collection, click Music on the Arcade homepage to open the Music homepage.Select the folder, CD or c

59EnglishTV (for selected models)Arcade allows you to watch TV from your computer. Click the TV button on the home page to show the TV main page.The L

60EnglishNote: Since the TV content you watch always lags slightly behind the live TV broadcast, going to the end of the instant replay recording is a

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

61EnglishSignal settingsClick on Capture Device to select between an analog or digital input for your TV signal.Select TV Source to choose the source

62EnglishNote: The snapshot function is available when TeleText is running.

63EnglishAcer Arcade Deluxe(for selected models) Note: Acer Arcade Deluxe is available for systems with Windows Media Center.Acer Arcade Deluxe extend

64EnglishRemote control (for selected models)If your computer is bundled with a remote control for use wiht the Arcade Deluxe software, the table belo

65EnglishRemote functions*TeleText regions only.# Item Description1 Play Play selection2 Record Record TV3 Rewind Reverse playback or go to previous p

66EnglishStarting Acer Arcade DeluxeYou can run the Acer Arcade Deluxe utilities directly from Windows Media Center. To do this, scroll up/down from t

67EnglishDV WizardDV Wizard provides real-time preview and capture from DV camcorders and webcams to your computer's hard drive or directly burne

68EnglishTaking your notebook PC with youThis section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer.Disconne

69EnglishNote: 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

70EnglishSpecial considerationsFollow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work:• Minimize the effects of temperature

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

71EnglishSpecial considerationsIn addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home, follow these guidelines to protect your computer while trav

72EnglishSecuring your computerYour computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take care of your comput

73EnglishEntering passwordsWhen a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen.• When the Supervisor Password is set

74EnglishExpanding through optionsYour notebook PC offers you a complete mobile computing experience.Connectivity optionsPorts allow you to connect pe

75EnglishBuilt-in network featureThe built-in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet-based network.To use the network feat

76EnglishIEEE 1394 portThe computer's IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect to an IEEE 1394-compatible device like a video camera or digital camer

77EnglishExpressCardThe ExpressCard is the newest version of the PC Card. It is a smaller and faster interface that further enhances the usability and

78EnglishInstalling memoryFollow these steps to install memory:1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pa

79EnglishConnecting your TV (for selected models)Follow the instructions below to set up the TV function of your Acer notebook.PAL/SECAM and NTSC syst

80EnglishTo set up the antenna:1 Push gently at the top until the bottom section pops out.2 Pull the bottom up until it is positioned at 90 degrees to