Aspire 4720Z/4720/4320 SeriesUser's Guide
xIf you have these symptoms, or any other recurring or persistent discomfort and/or pain related to computer use, consult a physician immediately and
82EnglishRegulations and safety noticesFCC noticeThis device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant
83EnglishEnglishand (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.Notice: Canadian
84EnglishYour telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of y
85EnglishEnglishNotice for New Zealand1 The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the
86EnglishLaser compliance statementThe CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product. The CD or DVD drive's classification label (sh
87EnglishEnglishRadio device regulatory noticeNote: Below regulatory information is for models with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only.GeneralThis pro
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
89EnglishEnglishThe FCC RF safety requirementThe radiated output power of the wireless LAN Mini PCI Card and Bluetooth card is far below the FCC radio
90English4 An improper installation or unauthorized use may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Also any tampering of the internal ant
91EnglishEnglishFederal Communications ComissionDeclaration of ConformityThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to t
xi•using a display visor, such as a piece of cardboard extended from the display's top front edge• Avoid adjusting your display to an awkward vie
92EnglishWe, Acer Computer (Shanghai) Limited 3F, No. 168 Xizang medium road, Huangpu District, Shanghai, ChinaContact Person: Mr
93EnglishEnglishLCD panel ergonomic specificationsDesign viewing distance 500 mmDesign inclination angle 0.0°Design azimuth angle 90.0°Viewing directi
94EnglishIndexAAC adaptercaring for xiiiaudio 34adjusting the volume 34troubleshooting 40Bbattery packbattery-low warning 47caring for
95Englishmemoryinstalling 74messageserror 80modem 70Nnetwork 71Notebook Managerhotkey 31num lock 29on indicator 25numeric keypade
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
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
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
Information for your safety and comfort iiiSafety instructions iiiAdditional safety information viOperating environment viMedical devices viVehicles v
Special keys 32Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray 33Using a computer security lock 33Audio 34Adjusting the volume 34Using Dolby Home Theater
Scheduling recordings 56Program guide 56Find program 57TV settings 57Using TeleText functions 57Acer Arcade Deluxe(for selected models) 59Remote contr
BIOS utility 75Boot sequence 75Enable disk-to-disk recovery 75Password 75Using software 76Playing DVD movies 76Power management 77Acer eRecovery Manag
1Empowering TechnologyAcer Empowering TechnologyThe Empowering Technology toolbar makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage
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2Empowering TechnologyAcer eNet Management (for selected models)Acer eNet Management helps you quickly connect to both wired and wireless networks i
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 (for selected models)Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for configuring y
5Empowering Technology1 Switch to the power plan you wish to edit2 Adjust settings as required.3 Click "Apply" to save your new settings.To
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 (for selected models)Acer ePresentation Management lets you project your computer's display
8Empowering TechnologyAcer eDataSecurity Management (for selected models)Acer eDataSecurity Management is an encryption utility that protects your f
9Empowering TechnologyAcer eLock Management (for selected models)Acer eLock Management is simple yet effective utility that allows you to lock remo
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11Empowering TechnologyAcer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is a versatile backup utility. It allows you to create full or incremental
iiiInformation for your safety and comfortSafety instructionsRead these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference. Follow all wa
12Empowering TechnologyFor more information, please refer to "Acer eRecovery Management" on page 78 in the AcerSystem User's Guide.Note
13Empowering TechnologyAcer eSettings Management (for selected models)Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications, set B
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 Status indicatorsLight-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) that light up to show the status of the computer's functions and components. See "I
17EnglishClosed front view# Icon Item Description1 CIR receiverReceives signals from a remote control.2 Line-in jackAccepts audio line-in devices (e.g
18EnglishLeft view# Icon Item Description1 External display (VGA) portConnects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector).2 S-video/T
19EnglishRight viewRear view# Item Description1 Optical driveInternal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs (slot-load or tray-load depending on model).2
20EnglishBase view# Icon Item Description1 Battery bayHouses the computer's battery pack.2 Battery lockLocks the battery in position.3 Hard disk
21EnglishSpecificationsOperating system• Windows Vista™ Home Premium• Windows Vista™ Home Basic• Windows Vista™ StarterPlatform• Intel® Centrino® Duo
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
22EnglishStorage subsystem• 80/120/160/250 GB or larger hard disk drives• Optical drive options:• DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive• DVD/CD-RW combo
23EnglishSpecial keys and controls• 88-/89-/93-key keyboard, with inverted "T" cursor layout; 2.5 mm (minimum) key travel• Seamless touchpad
24EnglishNote: The specifications listed above are for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased.Software• Ace
25EnglishIndicatorsThe computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators.The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is clo
26EnglishEasy-launch buttonsLocated beside the keyboard are application buttons. These buttons are called easy-launch buttons. They are: WLAN, Interne
27EnglishTouchpadThe built-in seamless touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor responds as you move y
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
29EnglishUsing the keyboardThe keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys.
30EnglishWindows keysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.Key DescriptionWindows keyPressed alone, this key has the same
31EnglishHotkeysThe computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output
vNote: The grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with the p
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
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
34EnglishAudioThe computer comes with 32-bit high-definition audio, and Dolby® certified surround sound system with two built-in stereo speakers.Adjus
35EnglishUsing Dolby Home Theater for surround/multi-channel soundYour Acer notebook comes with the Dolby® Home Theater audio enhancement featuring Do
36EnglishThe Playback Devices dialog box will pop up. There are three tabs: Playback, Recording and Sounds. Click the Playback tab, and then select Re
37EnglishUsing the system utilitiesAcer GridVista (dual-display compatible)Note: This feature is only available on certain models.To enable the dual d
38English1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the taskbar.2 Drag and drop each window into the ap
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40EnglishFrequently asked questionsThe following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer. Easy solutions are p
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
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
42EnglishI want to restore my computer to its original settings without recovery CDs.Note: If your system is the multilingual version, the operating s
43EnglishRequesting serviceInternational Travelers Warranty (ITW)Your computer is backed by an International Travelers Warranty (ITW) that gives you s
44EnglishBattery packThe computer uses a battery pack that gives you long use between charges.Battery pack characteristicsThe battery pack has the fol
45EnglishEnglishFollow these steps again until the battery has been charged and discharged three times.Use this conditioning process for all new batte
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
47EnglishEnglishBattery-low warningWhen using battery power pay attention to the Windows power meter.Warning: Connect the AC adapter as soon as possib
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
49EnglishFinding and playing contentClicking a button on the Arcade home page opens the corresponding feature's home page. The content pages have
50EnglishIn Audio Settings:Use "Speaker Environment" to choose between "Headphones," "SPDIF," "2" or more spea
51EnglishVirtual keyboardWhenever you are required to enter search information, or name a file, DVD or folder, you can use the onscreen virtual keyboa
viiPacemakers. Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation of 15.3 centimeters (6 inches) be maintained between wireless devices and a
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
53EnglishAlbumAcer Arcade lets you view digital photos individually or as a slide show, from any available drive on your computer. Click the Album but
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
55EnglishMusicFor convenient access to your music collection, click Music on the Arcade homepage to open the Music homepage.Select the folder, CD or c
56EnglishTime-shift functionalityArcade also has a time-shift function that can be enabled. To create an instant replay, Arcade records the TV broadca
57EnglishFind programClicking the Find Program button allows you to search for programs by channel number or category.TV settingsTo change picture set
58EnglishTo navigate within the TeleText function, you can:• Click the color buttons to follow the onscreen color shortcuts.• Click an onscreen page n
59EnglishAcer Arcade Deluxe(for selected models) Note: Acer Arcade Deluxe is available for systems with Windows Media Center.Acer Arcade Deluxe extend
60EnglishRemote control (for selected models)If your computer is bundled with a remote control for use wiht the Arcade Deluxe software, the table belo
61EnglishRemote functions*TeleText regions only.# Item Description1 Play Play selection2 Record Record TV3 Rewind Reverse playback or go to previous p
viiiEmergency callsWarning: You cannot make emergency calls through this device. To make an emergency call you shall dial out through your mobile phon
62EnglishStarting Acer Arcade DeluxeYou can run the Acer Arcade Deluxe utilities directly from Windows Media Center. To do this, scroll up/down from t
63EnglishDVDivineDVDivine is a handy utility for quickly creating DVDs or other discs containing video, pictures, or music. In just a few easy steps,
64EnglishTaking your notebook PC with youThis section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer.Disconne
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
66EnglishSpecial considerationsFollow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work:• Minimize the effects of temperature
67EnglishSpecial considerationsIn addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home, follow these guidelines to protect your computer while trav
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
69EnglishEntering passwordsWhen a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen.• When the Supervisor Password is set
70EnglishExpanding through optionsYour notebook PC offers you a complete mobile computing experience.Connectivity optionsPorts allow you to connect pe
71EnglishBuilt-in network featureThe built-in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet-based network.To use the network feat
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
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
73EnglishExpressCardThe ExpressCard is the newest version of the PC Card. It is a smaller and faster interface that further enhances the usability and
74EnglishInstalling memoryFollow these steps to install memory:1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pa
75EnglishBIOS utilityThe BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS.Your computer is already properly confi
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
77EnglishPower managementThis computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any activity invo
78EnglishAcer eRecovery ManagementAcer eRecovery Management is a tool to quickly backup and restore the system. You can create and save a backup of th
79EnglishBurn backup discUsing the Burn Disc page of Acer eRecovery Management, you can burn the factory default image, a user backup image, the curre
80EnglishTroubleshootingThis chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Solut
81EnglishEnglishIf you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service cente
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