Acer 5000 User Manual
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- Page 1 Aspire 3000/5000 Series User's Guide...
- Page 2 Serial Number: ___________________________________ Purchase Date: ___________________________________ Place of Purchase: ________________________________ Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of Acer Incorporated. Other companies' product names or trademarks are used herein for identification purposes only and belong to their respective companies.
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Page 3: First Things First
First things first We would like to thank you for making the Aspire series of notebook computers your choice for your mobile computing needs. Your guides To help you use your Aspire, we have designed a set of guides: First off, the Just for starters... poster helps you get started with setting up your computer. -
Page 4: Taking Care Of Your Computer
Note: You can also use the power button to perform power management functions. See "Moving around" on page 43 of the AcerSystem User's Guide. Use the customized functions for power management • You can also shut down the computer by closing the display cover, or by pressing the sleep hot key <Fn>... -
Page 5: Taking Care Of Your Battery Pack
FCC certification and your warranty. To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and installation outdoors is subject to licensing. For more information about our products, services, and support information, please visit our website: http://global.acer.com. -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray Using a computer security lock Audio Adjusting the volume Using the system utilities Acer eManager Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) Launch Manager Frequently asked questions Requesting service International Travelers Warranty (ITW) Before you call... - Page 7 Arcade hot keys The Arcade remote control (for selected models)31 Finding and playing content Advanced Settings Arcade controls Navigation controls Player controls Cinema DVD settings Album Slideshow settings Video Playing a video file Video Authoring Music Burner Copy — backup your CD/DVD collection Audio —...
- Page 8 PC Card slot BIOS utility Boot sequence Enable Disk to disk recovery Password Using software Playing DVD movies Power management Acer eRecovery Create backup Restore from backup Create factory default image CD Re-install bundled software without CD Change password Troubleshooting Troubleshooting tips...
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Page 9: An Aspire Tour
An Aspire tour After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters... poster, let us show you around your new Aspire computer. Front view Item Description Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording. -
Page 10: Closed Front View
Item Description Click buttons The left and right buttons function like the left and right mouse (Left, center and buttons; the center button serves as a 4-way scroll button. right) Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. Status indicators Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that turn on and off to show the status of the computer’s functions and components. -
Page 11: Left View
Item Speaker/Line-Out/ Headphone jack USB 2.0 port Left view Item Optical drive LED indicator Emergency eject hole Optical drive eject button Right view Item PC Card slot eject button PC Card slot Description Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers, headphones). Connects to Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). -
Page 12: Rear View
Item Two USB 2.0 ports Network jack Modem jack Ventilation slots Rear view Item Power jack External display port Security keylock Description Connect to Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Connects to an Ethernet 10/100 based network. Connects to a phone line. -
Page 13: Base View
Base view Item Description Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured by a screw). Battery release Releases the battery for removal. latch Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. Battery lock Locks the battery in place. Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool. -
Page 14: Specifications
15" XGA color TFT LCD with 1024 x 768 pixel resolution graphics 15.4" WXGA color TFT LCD with 1280 x 800 pixel resolution 15.4" WXGA Acer CrystalBrite color TFT LCD with 1280 x 800 pixel resolution 16.7 million colors SiS M760GX integrated 3D graphics, with up to 128 MB of video... - Page 15 DC-in jack for AC adaptor Security Kensington lock slot BIOS user and supervisor passwords Software Acer Launch Manager Acer eManager (eSetting/ePresentation/eRecovery) Acer Arcade Acer GridVista (for selected model only) Acer System Recovery CD Norton AntiVirus ® Adobe Reader NTI CD-Maker Options and...
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Page 17: Indicators
Indicators The computer has three easy-to-read status indicators on the upper-right above the keyboard, and four on the front panel. The power, battery, and wireless communication status indicators are visible even when the LCD display is closed. Icon Function Caps Lock Num Lock Media activity Bluetooth... -
Page 18: Launch Keys
," and one user-programmable button. Press " " to run the Acer eManager. Please see "Acer eManager" on page 19. The mail and Web buttons are pre-set to email and Internet programs, but can be reset by users. To set the Web browser, mail and programmable keys, run the Acer Launch Manager. -
Page 19: Touchpad
Touchpad The built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor responds as you move your finger across the surface of the touchpad. The central location on the palmrest provides optimum comfort and support. Touchpad basics The following items show you how to use the touchpad: Move your finger across the touchpad (2) to move the cursor. - Page 20 Right Function Left button (1) button (4) Execute Quickly click twice. Select Click once. Drag Click and hold, then use finger on the touchpad to drag the cursor. Access Click once. context menu Scroll Note: Keep your fingers dry and clean when using the touchpad. Also keep the touchpad dry and clean.
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Page 21: Using The Keyboard
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 and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off. Lock key Description Caps Lock... -
Page 22: Windows Keys
To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are not printed on the keys. Desired access Num Lock on Number keys on Type numbers in a normal embedded keypad manner. Cursor-control keys on Hold <Shift> while using embedded keypad cursor-control keys. Main keyboard keys Hold <Fn>... - Page 23 To activate hot keys, press and hold the <Fn> key before pressing the other key in the hot key combination. Hot key Icon Function <Fn> + Hot key help <F1> <Fn> + Acer eSetting Launches Acer eSetting in Acer eManager. See <F2> <Fn> + Acer Power <F3> Management <Fn> + Sleep <F4>...
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Page 24: Special Keys
Hot key Icon Function <Fn> + Brightness < ←> down Special keys You can locate the Euro symbol at the upper-center and/or bottom-right of your keyboard. To type: The Euro symbol Open a text editor or word processor. Either directly press the <Euro> key at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold <Alt Gr>... -
Page 25: Ejecting The Optical (Cd Or Dvd) Drive Tray
Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray To eject the optical drive tray when the computer is turned on, press the drive eject button. When the power is off, you can eject the drive tray by using the emergency eject hole. -
Page 26: Audio
Audio The computer comes with 16-bit high-fidelity AC'97 stereo audio, and dual stereo speakers. Adjusting the volume Adjusting the volume on the computer is as easy as pressing some buttons. See "Hot keys" on page 14 for more information on adjusting the speaker volume. -
Page 27: Using The System Utilities
Using the system utilities Acer eManager The innovative Acer eManager software is designed for easy access to frequently used functions. Press " interface, featuring three main settings: Acer eSettings, Acer ePresentation and Acer eRecovery . To set the " " key, see "Launch keys" on page 10. -
Page 28: Acer Gridvista (Dual-Display Compatible)
Acer GridVista is a handy utility that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on the same screen. To access this function, please go to Start, All Programs and click on Acer GridVista. You may choose any one of the four display settings indicated below:... - Page 29 Enjoy the convenience of a well-organized desktop. Note: Please ensure the resolution setting of your second monitor is set to the manufacturer's recommended value.
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Page 30: Launch Manager
Launch Manager Launch Manager allows you to set the four launch keys located above the keyboard. "Launch keys" on page 10 for the location of the launch keys. You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start, All Programs, and then Launch Manager to start the application. -
Page 31: Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions The following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer. Easy answers and solutions are provided for each one. I pressed the power button and opened the display, but the computer does not start or boot-up. - Page 32 No audio is heard from the computer. Check the following: The volume may be muted. In Windows, look at the volume control • (speaker) icon on the taskbar. If it is crossed-out, click on the icon and deselect the Mute option. The volume level may be too low.
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Page 33: Recovery Cds
Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. Check to see if Acer disk-to-disk recovery is enabled or not. Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is Enabled. Exit the BIOS setup utility and save changes. The system will reboot. - Page 34 While the Acer logo is showing, press <Alt> + <F10> at the same time to enter the recovery process. Refer to the on-screen instructions to perform system recovery. Important: This feature occupies 2 to 3 GB in a hidden partition on...
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Page 35: Requesting Service
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 http://global.acer.com. -
Page 37: Arcade (For Selected Models)
Arcade (for selected models) Acer 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. Cinema — watch DVDs or VCDs •... -
Page 38: Arcade Hot Keys
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 Acer Arcade. Hot key Function <Fn> + <F1> On-line help menu <Fn> + <F5> Display toggle <Fn>... -
Page 39: The Arcade Remote Control (For Selected Models)31
The Arcade remote control (for selected mod- els) The system also provides a remote control for a convenient way to control the features of Arcade mode. The images below show which buttons on the remote contol function in the different Arcade modes. Arcade Main Page Cinema Mode Album Mode... -
Page 40: Finding And Playing Content
Advanced Settings There are settings in Acer Arcade that allow you to fine tune its performance to your machine and your personal preferences. The Settings page is reached by the Advanced Settings button on the Home page. -
Page 41: Navigation Controls
Cinema If your computer came with a DVD drive, you can play movies from DVDs and Video CDs (VCDs) with the Cinema function of Acer Arcade. This player has the features and controls of a typical DVD player. When you insert a disk into the DVD drive, the movie begins playing automatically. -
Page 42: Dvd Settings
"Original" uses the color scheme of the disk you are watching, while "Vivid," "Bright," and "Theatre" add enhanced color to the video display. Acer ClearVision is a video enhancement technology that detects video • content and dynamically adjusts the brightness/contrast/saturation levels so that you do not need to change the color settings if the movie you are watching contains scenes that are overly dark or too bright. -
Page 43: Album
Album Acer Arcade lets you view digital photos individually or as a slideshow, from any available drive on your computer. Click the Album button on the Arcade Home page to show the Album main page. The content area on the right shows both individual pictures and... -
Page 44: Slideshow Settings
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. -
Page 45: Video
Video To open the Video function, click Video on the Arcade Home page. Note: The Video feature is designed to play back 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"... -
Page 46: Music
Music For convenient access to your music collection, click Music on the Arcade Home page to open the Music Home page. Select the folder, or CD, that contains the music you want to listen to. Click Play to listen to the entire contents from the beginning, or select the song that you want to hear from the list in the content area. -
Page 47: Tv (For Selected Models)
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. TV (for selected models) Arcade allows you to watch TV from your computer. Click the TV button on the Home page to show the TV main page. -
Page 48: Recorded Tv
Note: Since the TV content you watch always lags slightly behind the live TV broadcast, going to the end of the instant replay recording is as close to watching live TV as Arcade permits. Recorded TV The "Recorded TV" page shows recorded files using the "Recorded TV Shows" page of the "Video"... -
Page 49: Tv Settings
TV Settings To change picture settings, click the TV button on the "Settings" page or the Settings button on the main TV page. There are two types of TV settings: "TV Signal" and "Channels." TV Signal Select this TV Source option if your TV receives signals via an antenna or cable. The Country option allows you to select the country or region where your cable provider is located. - Page 50 File type compatibility Mode Supported Cinema DVD/ SVCD/VCD/MiniDVD Video ASF/WMV/AVI/MPEG1/2, DivX (requires codec) Album BMP, JPG, PNG Music MP3, WMA, WAV, CDA (Audio CD) Note: Automatic media detection will only function under the main menu. Not supported DTS, Linear PCM, TruSurroundXT, SRS, DVD audio DVD navigator, SVCD, M2V, MOV, Flash...
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Page 51: Taking Your Notebook Pc With You
Taking your notebook PC with you This section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer. Disconnecting from the desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories: Save any open files. Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks, from the drive(s). -
Page 52: What To Take To Short Meetings
Note: If the Sleep indicator is off, the computer has entered Hibernation mode and is turned off. If the power indicator is off but the Sleep indicator is on, the computer has entered Sleep mode. In both cases, press and release the power button to turn the computer back on. -
Page 53: What To Take With You
What to take with you Unless you have some items at home, take the following items with you: AC adaptor and power cord • The printed User's Guide • Special considerations Follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work: Minimize the effects of temperature changes by keeping the computer •... -
Page 54: What To Take With You
What to take with you Take the following items with you: AC adaptor • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer • Special considerations In addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home, follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling: Always take the computer as carry-on luggage. -
Page 55: Special Considerations
Special considerations Follow the same special considerations as when traveling with the computer. In addition, these tips are useful when traveling internationally: When traveling in another country, check that the local AC voltage and the • AC adaptor power cord specifications are compatible. If not, purchase a power cord that is compatible with the local AC voltage. -
Page 56: Securing Your Computer
Securing your computer Your computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take care of your computer. Security features include hardware and software locks — a security notch and passwords. Using a computer security lock A security keylock notch, located on the left hand side of the computer, lets you connect a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. -
Page 57: Entering Passwords
Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. When the Supervisor Password is set, a prompt appears when you press • <F2> to enter the BIOS utility at boot-up. Type the Supervisor Password and press <Enter> to access the BIOS utility. •... -
Page 59: Expanding Through Options
Expanding through options Your notebook PC offers you a complete mobile computing experience. Connectivity options Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you would with a desktop PC. For instructions on how to connect different external devices to the computer, read the following section. -
Page 60: Built-In Network Feature
Built-in network feature The built-in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet-based network. To use the network feature, connect an Ethernet cable from the network jack on the left hand side of the computer to a network jack or hub on your network. -
Page 61: Universal Serial Bus
Universal Serial Bus The USB 2.0 port is a high-speed serial bus which allows you to connect USB peripherals without taking up precious system resources. IEEE 1394 port (optional) The computer's IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect to an IEEE 1394- compatible device like a video camera or digital camera. -
Page 62: Pc Card Slot
PC Card slot The Type II PC Card slot of the computer accepts PC Cards that enhance the usability and expandability of the computer. These cards should have a PC Card logo on them. PC Cards (formerly PCMCIA) are add-on cards for portable computers, giving you expansion possibilities long afforded by desktop PCs. -
Page 63: Bios Utility
Reinstall the battery pack, and reconnect the AC adaptor. Turn on the computer. The computer automatically detects and reconfigures the total memory size. Please consult a qualified technician or contact your local Acer dealer. BIOS utility The BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS. -
Page 64: Enable Disk To Disk Recovery
Enable Disk to disk recovery To enable disk to disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Find D2D Recovery at the bottom of the screen and use the <F5> and <F6> keys to set this value to Enabled. -
Page 65: Power Management
Region code Country or region People's Republic of China Note: To change the region code, insert a DVD movie of a different region into the DVD drive. Please refer to the online help for more information. Power management This computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. -
Page 66: Acer Erecovery
Acer eRecovery Acer eRecovery is a tool to quickly backup and restore the system. You can create and save a backup of the current system configuration to hard drive, CD, or DVD. Acer eRecovery consists of the following functions: Create backup... -
Page 67: Restore From Backup
Press <Alt> + <F10> to open the Acer eRecovery utility. Enter the password to proceed. The default password is six zeros. In the Acer eRecovery window, select Recovery actions and click Next. Select the desired restore action and follow the onscreen instructions to complete the restore process. -
Page 68: Re-Install Bundled Software Without Cd
Next. Select the desired driver/application and follow the instructions on screen to re-install. At first launch, Acer eRecovery prepares all the needed software and may take few seconds to bring up the software content window. Change password Acer eRecovery and Acer disk-to-disk recovery are protected by a password that can be changed by the user. -
Page 69: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting This chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Solutions to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Do not attempt to open the computer yourself; contact your dealer or authorized service center for assistance. - Page 70 Error messages Corrective action Keyboard interface Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. error Memory size Press <F2> (during POST) to enter the BIOS utility; mismatch then press Exit in the BIOS utility to reboot. If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance.
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Page 71: Regulations And Safety Notices
Regulations and safety notices Energy Star Guidelines Compliance As an Energy Star partner, Acer Inc. has determined that this product meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency. FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. -
Page 72: Declaration Of Conformity For Eu Countries
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby, Acer, declares that this notebook PC series is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. (Please visit http://global.acer.com/products/notebook/reg-nb/index.htm for complete documents.) -
Page 73: Modem Notices
Modem notices Notice for USA This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. Located on the modem is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC Registration Number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment. Upon request, you must provide this information to your telephone company. -
Page 74: Notice For Australia
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. -
Page 75: Important Safety Instructions
than 5 seconds between the end of one call attempt and the beginning of another. This equipment shall not be set up to make automatic calls to Telecom's 111 Emergency Service. For modem with approval number PTC 211/01/030 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. - Page 76 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. 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.
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Page 77: Laser Compliance Statement
Warning! Batteries may explode if not handled properly. Do not disassemble or dispose of them in fire. Keep them away from children and dispose of used batteries promptly. To avoid hazard of unexpected electrical shock, use the AC adaptor only when the wall socket is properly grounded. -
Page 78: Macrovision Copyright Protection Notice
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 U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. - Page 79 European Union (EU) This device complies with the essential requirements of the European Council Directives listed below: 73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive EN 60950 • 89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive • EN 55022 • EN 55024 EN 61000-3-2/-3 • 99/5/EC Radio & Telecommunications Terminal Equipment (R&TTE) Directive Art.3.1a) EN 60950 •...
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Page 80: The Fcc Rf Safety Requirement
Wireless LAN mini PCI Card built in to the screen section and all persons. Note: Acer Wireless mini PCI adaptor implements a 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 ensure good quality radiocommunication. - Page 81 An improper installation or unauthorized use may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Also any tampering of the internal antenna will void the FCC certification and your warranty. Canada - Low power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) Common information Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
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Page 82: Declaration Of Conformity
Address of responsible party: Contact person: Phone no.: Fax no.: Notebook personal computer Aspire 3000/5000 Aspire 300xxx/500xxx ("x" = 0 - 9, a - z, or A - Z) Acer America Corporation 2641 Orchard Parkway, San Jose, CA 95134, U.S.A. -
Page 83: Declaration Of Conformity For Ce Marking
Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking Name of manufacturer: Beijing Acer Information Co., Ltd. Address of Huade Building, No.18, ChuangYe Rd., manufacturer: ShangDi Zone, HaiDian District Beijing PRCE marking Contact person: Mr. Easy Lai Tel: 886-2-8691-3089 Fax: 886-2-8691-3000 E-mail: easy_lai@acer.com.tw... - Page 85 Index AC adapter caring for audio adjusting the volume troubleshooting battery pack caring for BIOS utility brightness hotkeys caps lock on indicator care AC adapter battery pack computer CD-ROM ejecting ejecting manually troubleshooting cleaning computer computer bringing to meetings caring for cleaning disconnecting features...
- Page 86 modem network Notebook Manager hotkey num lock on indicator numeric keypad embedded password types PC Card ejecting inserting ports printer troubleshooting problems CD-ROM display keyboard printer startup troubleshooting questions setting location for modem use safety CD or DVD FCC notice general instructions modem notices scroll lock...