User manual ACER ASPIRE 8942G

[. . . ] The serial number and model number are recorded on the label affixed to your computer. All correspondences 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 2010 Series Notebook computer Model Number: _________________________________ Serial Number: ___________________________________ Purchase Date: ___________________________________ Place of Purchase: ________________________________ All trademarks and registered trademarks are the properties of their respective companies. iii Your guides A set of guides is provided to help you set up and use your Aspire computer. The Just for starters. . . poster shows you how to set up your computer. This User's Guide provides clear and concise information on using your computer productively. [. . . ] 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: · · · Minimize the effect of temperature changes. Changes in temperature and humidity can cause condensation to form in 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. 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. This will allow you to travel lighter, as you can keep an AC adapter in each location. 53 Traveling with with 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. 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: · · · · AC adapter Spare, fully charged battery packs Additional printer driver files (if you plan to use another printer) 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: · · 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. If carried separately, avoid exposing floppy disks to hand-held metal detectors. · English You might also find it worthwhile keeping a second set of peripherals at home, such as a keyboard, keypad, mouse and printer. English 54 Moving with your computer English 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 to take special precautions for air travel. What to take with you It is advisable to take the following items with you: · · · · · AC adapter Power cords that are appropriate for the countries you plan to visit Spare, fully charged battery packs Additional printer driver files (if you plan to use another printer) Phone and network cables (if you plan to use the computer's modem and network connections) Caution!To go up one folder level while searching for content, click Up one level. The buttons in the upper right (Minimize, Maximize, 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 provides 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. English Arcade controls English 62 Software English 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. [. . . ] 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. English 92 Appendix B Notices English PRODUCTO LÁSER DE LA CLASE I ADVERTENCIA: RADIACIÓN LÁSER INVISIBLE AL SER ABIERTO. ADVARSEL: LASERSTRÅLING VEDÅBNING SE IKKE IND I STRÅLEN. VARNING: LASERSTRÅLNING NÅR DENNA DEL ÅR ÖPPNAD ÅLÅ TUIJOTA SÅTEESEENSTIRRA EJ IN I STRÅLEN VARNING: LASERSTRÅLNING NAR DENNA DEL ÅR ÖPPNADSTIRRA EJ IN I STRÅLEN ADVARSEL: LASERSTRÅLING NAR DEKSEL ÅPNESSTIRR IKKE INN I STRÅLEN 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. [. . . ]