Acer 5520 5537 Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide
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or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated. Aspire 5520G/5520/5220 Series Notebook PC Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of Acer Incorporated. Other companies' product names or trademarks - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 3
dust, metal object, or other particles. Save the dummy for use when no PCMCIA or Express Card is installed in the slot. CAUTION for Listening To protect your hearing, follow these instructions. • Increase the volume gradually until you can hear clearly and comfortably. • Do not increase the volume - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 4
fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into the product. • To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on a vibrating surface. • Never use it under sporting, exercising, or any vibrating environment which will probably cause - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 5
servicing Do not attempt to service 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. Guidelines for safe battery usage This notebook uses a Lithium-ion battery - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 6
battery. Use only Acer approved batteries, and recharge your battery only with Acer approved chargers designated for this device. Use the battery only for its intended purpose. Never use any charger or battery and instructions. Potentially off the notebook near gas pumps at service stations. Observe - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 7
use and/or before servicing. • To avoid laptop under the following conditions. These devices may include, but are not limited to: wireless lan (WLAN), Bluetooth that the above separation distance instructions are followed until the aid. Do not place credit cards or other magnetic storage media near - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 8
with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions. Potentially explosive atmospheres include areas where you would normally off the device at refueling points such as near gas pumps at service stations. Observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 9
your mobile phone or other telephone call system. Disposal instructions Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://global.acer.com/about/sustainability.htm Mercury advisory For projectors specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org. - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 10
minutes of user inactivity. • Wake the computer from Sleep mode by pushing power button. • More power management settings can be done through Acer ePower Management. Tips and information for comfortable use Computer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use. Users are also at - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 11
the external display, keyboard and mouse properly screens, very small typefaces and low-contrast displays could stress your eyes. The following sections provide suggestions on how to reduce eyestrain. Eyes • Rest your eyes frequently. • Give your eyes the side faces the window or any light source - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 12
breaks regularly, and do some stretching exercises. Note: For more information, please refer to "Regulations and safety notices" on page 86 in the AcerSystem User's Guide. - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 13
refer to the AcerSystem User's Guide. This guide contains detailed information on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and troubleshooting. In addition it contains warranty information and the general regulations and safety notices for your notebook. It is available in - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 14
xiv To 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 button You can also put the computer in sleep mode by pressing - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 15
as replacements. Turn the power off before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. Keep them away from children. • Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations. Recycle if possible. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 16
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Management 13 Windows Mobility Center 14 Your Acer notebook tour 15 Top view 15 Closed front view 17 Left view 18 Right view 19 Rear view 19 Base view 20 Specifications 21 Indicators 25 Easy-launch buttons 26 Touchpad 27 Touchpad basics 27 Using the keyboard 29 Lock - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 18
battery pack 45 Charging the battery 46 Checking the battery level 46 Optimising battery life 46 Battery-low warning 47 Acer Arcade (for selected models) 48 Finding and playing content 49 Settings 49 Arcade controls 50 Navigation controls 50 Player controls 50 Virtual keyboard - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 19
Remote control (for selected models) 61 Remote functions 62 Starting Acer Arcade Deluxe 63 VideoMagician 63 TV Joy (selected models only) 63 SportsCap (selected models only) 63 DV Wizard 64 DVDivine 64 Taking your notebook PC with you 65 Disconnecting from the desktop 65 Moving - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 20
) 76 BIOS utility 79 Boot sequence 79 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 79 Password 79 Using software 80 Playing DVD movies 80 Power management 81 Acer eRecovery Management 82 Create backup 82 Burn backup disc 83 Restore and recovery 83 Troubleshooting 84 Troubleshooting tips - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 21
half of your screen, it provides access to the following utilities: Note: All of the following content is for general reference only. Actual product specifications may vary. • Acer eNet Management hooks up to location-based networks intelligently. • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 22
Technology program group in Start menu. You can also set Acer eNet Management to start automatically when you boot up your PC. Acer eNet Management automatically detects the best settings for a new location, while offering you the option to manually adjust the settings to match your needs. - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 23
Empowering Technology 3 Acer eNet Management can save network settings for a location to a profile, and automatically switch to the AP details, etc.), as well as default printer settings. Security and safety concerns mean that Acer eNet Management does not store username and password information. - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 24
power plans. You can create, switch between, edit, delete and restore power plans, as described below. View and adjust settings for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking the appropriate tabs. You can open Windows power options by clicking "More Power Options". Note: You cannot delete - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 25
first. 1 Select the power plan you wish to delete from the drop-down list. 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon. Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to the panel in the upper half of the window. Click the sleep and hibernate modes. to view estimated - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 26
Empowering Technology 6 Acer eAudio Management Acer eAudio Management allows you to easily control the enhanced sound effects of Dolby® Home Theater™ on your system. Select "Movie" or "Game" mode to experience - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 27
is connected to the system. For projectors and external devices that are not auto-detected, launch Acer ePresentation Management to choose an appropriate display setting. Note: If the restored resolution is not correct after disconnecting a projector, or you need to use an external resolution that - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 28
by unauthorized persons. It is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick data encryption/decryption and also supports on-the-fly file encryption for Lotus Notes and Microsoft Outlook. The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you for a supervisor - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 29
USB pen drives, USB flash drives, USB MP3 drives, USB memory card readers, IEEE 1394 disk drives, and any other removable storage devices devices. • Floppy Drive Devices - 3.5-inch floppy drives only. To use Acer eLock Management, the Empowering Technology password must be set first. Once set, you - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 30
Empowering Technology 10 - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 31
to create full or incremental backups, burn the factory default image to optical disc, and restore from previously created backups or reinstall applications and drivers. By default, user-created backups are stored to the D:\ drive. Acer eRecovery Management provides you with: • Password protection - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 32
Empowering Technology 12 For more information, please refer to "Acer eRecovery Management" on page 82 in the AcerSystem User's Guide. Note: If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD, please use Acer eRecovery Management's "System backup to optical disc" feature to burn a backup - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 33
13 Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications, set BIOS passwords and modify boot options. Acer eSettings Management also: • Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigation. • Prints and saves hardware specifications. • Lets - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 34
orientation and synchronization status. Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer-specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), sharing folders overview/sharing service on or off, and a shortcut to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. To launch Windows Mobility Center: • Use - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 35
in the Just for Starters... poster, let us show you around your new Acer notebook. Top view 1 2 3 14 4 13 5 12 6 6 7 8 9 10 11 # ICON Item Description 1 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording. 2 Acer Crystal Eye Web camera for video communication. (for selected models) - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 36
Description 3 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), audio output. 7 Keyboard For entering data into your computer. 8 Palmrest Comfortable support area 12 Empowering key Lanuch Acer Empowering Technology 13 Acer Arcade For use with Acer Arcade media playing program - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 37
walkman). 2 Microphone-in jack Accepts input from external microphones. 3 Headphones/speaker/ Connects to audio line-out devices line-out jack with (e.g., speakers, headphones). S/PDIF support 4 Latch Locks and releases the lid. 5 CIR receiver Receives signals from a remote control - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 38
Connects to a television or display device (NTSC/PAL) port with S-video input. 4-pin IEEE 1394 port Connects to IEEE 1394 devices. Unlimited volume Adjust the volume of the audio-out. control wheel 5-in-1 card reader Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 39
Emergency eject hole Modem (RJ-11) port RF-in jack Description Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Accepts input signals from audio/video (AV) devices (for selected models). Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs (slot-load or tray-load depending on model). Lights up when - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 40
English 20 Base view 1 2 6 3 4 5 # Icon Item 1 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 3 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 4 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 5 Hard disk - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 41
Specifications Operating system Platform System memory TV-tuner Display • Windows Vista™ Ultimate • Windows Vista™ Home Premium • Windows Vista™ Home Basic • Windows modules (dual-channel support) Acer TV-tuner options: Digital TV-tuner supporting DVB-T (Digital Video Broadcasting Terrestrial) - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 42
Virtual Speaker technologies • High Definition Audio support • S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) support for digital speakers • MS-Sound compatible • Built-in microphone Acer Video Conference, featuring: • Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam, supporting Acer PrimaLite™ technology (for selected - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 43
buttons: WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth, Acer Arcade™ Volume wheel ExpressCard™/54 slot 5-in-1 card reader (SD™/MMC/MS/MS PRO/xD) Four USB 2.0 ports DVI-D port with HDCP support (for selected models) IEEE 1394 port Consumer infrared (CIR) port External display (VGA) port S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 44
Acer Arcade™ featuring Cinema, Video, Album, Music, Acer HomeMedia • Acer Arcade Deluxe™ featuring DV Wizard, SportsCap, VideoMagician, DVDivine and Acer HomeMedia • Acer Crystal Eye • Acer GridVista™ • Acer GameZone™ • Acer Launch Manager • Acer Video The specifications listed above are for - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 45
The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed up. Icon Function Power Description Indicates the computer's power status. Battery Indicates the computer's batttery status. HDD Num Lock Caps Lock Indicates when the hard disk drive is active. Lights up when Num - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 46
-launch buttons Located beside the keyboard are application buttons. These buttons are called easy-launch buttons. They are: Empowering Key, WLAN, Internet, email, Bluetooth, TV (optional) and Acer Arcade. Press to run the Acer Empowering Technology. Please see "Acer Empowering Technology" on page - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 47
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. - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 48
button to scroll up or down and move left or right a page. This button mimics your cursor pressing on the right scroll bar of Windows applications. Function Left button (1) Right button (4) Main touchpad (2) Center button (3) Execute Quickly click twice. Tap twice (at the same speed as double - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 49
embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle be to connect an external keypad. When Scroll Lock is on, the screen moves one line up or down when you press the up or down - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 50
English 30 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key Windows key Description Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button; it launches the Start menu. It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 51
's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. To activate Acer eSettings Acer ePower Management Sleep Launches Acer eSettings in Acer Empowering Technology. See "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1. Launches Acer ePower Management in Acer Empowering Technology. See "Acer - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 52
Open a text editor or word processor. 2 Either press < > at the bottom-right of the keyboard, or hold and then press the key at the upper-center of the keyboard. Note: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. Please refer to www.microsoft.com/typography/faq/faq12.htm for - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 53
a paper clip to the emergency eject hole to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is off. Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with a Kensington-compatible security slot for a security lock. Wrap the computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 54
English 34 Audio The computer comes with 32-bit High-Definition audio, and Dolby® certified surround sound system with two built-in stereo speakers. Adjusting the volume Adjusting the volume on the computer is as easy as scrolling unlimited volume control wheel on the front panel. - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 55
for surround/multi-channel sound Your Acer notebook comes with the Dolby® Home Theater audio enhancement featuring Dolby® PRO LOGIC II video game applications, Dolby Digital Live converts any stereo or multichannel audio signal to a Dolby Digital format for a dramatic, real-time audio Windows system. - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 56
, and then select Realtek Digital Output and click Set Default to set the digital output. For enjoying movies, games and music in a realistic, multi-channel audio environment, please see Acer eAudio Management. - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 57
notebook, first ensure that a second display is connected, then, open the Display Settings properties box using the Control Panel or by right-clicking the Windows can view multiple windows on the same screen. To access this function, please go to Start, All Programs and click on Acer GridVista. You - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 58
38 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the taskbar. 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate Manager allows you to set the four easy-launch buttons located above the keyboard. "Easy-launch buttons" on page 26 for the location of the - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 59
scan your system. 4 When the scan is complete, review the results of the scan. Note: For optimal security, run a Full System Scan when scanning your computer for the first time. You can schedule customized virus scans that run unattended on specific dates and times or at periodic intervals. If you - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 60
not start or boot up. Look battery, it may be low and unable to power the computer. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery screen. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen audio is heard from the computer. Check the following: • The volume may be muted. In Windows - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 61
keyboard does not respond. Try attaching an external keyboard to a USB port on the computer. If it works, contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard your location. Refer to the Windows manual. Note: Please note, on first booting your notebook, that you can skip the - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 62
data files before using this option. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if Acer disk-to-disk recovery is enabled or not. 2 Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is Enabled. 3 Exit the BIOS utility and save changes. The system will reboot. Note - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 63
you call Please have the following information available when you call Acer for online service, and please be at your computer when you call. With your support, we can reduce the amount of time a call takes and help solve your problems efficiently. If there are error messages or beeps reported by - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 64
the following characteristics: • Employs current battery technology standards. • Delivers a battery-low warning. The battery is recharged whenever you connect the computer to the AC adapter. Your computer supports charge-in-use, enabling you to recharge the battery while you continue to operate the - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 65
packs to temperatures below 0°C (32°F) or above 45°C (113°F). Extreme temperatures may adversely affect the battery pack. By following the battery conditioning process you condition your battery to accept the maximum possible charge. Failure to follow this procedure will prevent you from obtaining - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 66
next day with a fully charged battery. Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. Rest the cursor over the battery/power icon on the taskbar to see the battery's present charge level. Optimising battery life Optimizing battery life helps you get the most - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 67
47 Battery-low warning When using battery power pay attention to the Windows power meter. English Warning: Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible after the battery-low warning appears. Data will be lost if the battery to become fully depleted and the computer shuts down. When the battery-low - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 68
Arcade (for selected models) Acer Arcade is an integrated player for music, photos, TV, DVD movies and videos. It can be operated using your pointing device or remote control. To watch or listen, click or select a content button (e.g., Music, Video, etc.) on the Arcade home page. • Music - listen - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 69
content in its original aspect ratio and adds black bars at the top and bottom of the screen. "Color profile" allows you to choose between "Original" or "ClearVision™." • Acer ClearVision™ is a video enhancement technology that detects video content and dynamically adjusts the brightness/contrast - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 70
audio Restore Default Settings to return the Acer Arcade settings to their default values. Arcade controls When watching video clips, movies or slide shows at full screen window. To go up one folder level while searching for content, click Up one level. To return to the previous screen guide. - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 71
the mouse, cursor keys or keyboard. Background mode With Acer Arcade you can continue listening to music or watching Live TV while you perform certain other functions. TV, video and music will continue playing in a small window located in the bottom left-hand corner of the screen. You can press the - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 72
" turns on the closed captions on DVDs. This function displays captions encoded in the video signal that describe onscreen action and dialog for the hearing impaired. The factory setting is "Off." "Audio" selects the default language for DVD titles. "Display Upon Mute" lets you choose whether - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 73
Album Acer Arcade view, then click Play Slide Show. The slide show is played at full screen. Use the pop-up control panel to control the slide show. You can Editing Pictures Choose "Edit," and you can "Rotate," "Remove Red Eye," and "Auto Fix" (optimize the brightness and contrast) pictures to - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 74
. The pop-up control panel will appear at the bottom of the screen when you move the mouse. To return to the Video page, click Stop. Capturing video (TV models only) Acer Arcade allows you to capture and record video clips from other external devices, such as a DVD player or camcorder. Click Capture - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 75
the page makes it easy to adjust the volume and control playback. To rip music from an audio CD, after you have inserted the CD, click Rip CD. In the page that opens, of the ripping operation will be displayed on screen. You can change the file quality of the ripped tracks by clicking Settings. - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 76
on screen. video), TeleText (opens the TeleText function), and Record (records TV content as a video Guide option lets you view program information for all channels. See Program Guide. The Find Program option enables you to search for a specific TV window.) least 2 GB of free space in order to enable - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 77
file. To play a recorded TV file, click it. The video will play at full screen. To return to the TV page, click Stop. For a description of the options displayed, click Sort by Channel or Sort by Date. Program guide Click the Program Guide button to view program listing details for each channel. These listings - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 78
you to set the quality of video recorded from the TV. Selecting a select the destination for any recorded TV. Guide settings Click on EPG Source to select Restore Default Settings to return your settings to their default values. Using TeleText functions For regions with the TeleText service - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 79
59 Note: The snapshot function is available when TeleText is running. English - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 80
Arcade Deluxe (for selected models) Note: Acer Arcade Deluxe is available for systems with Windows Media Center. Acer Arcade Deluxe extends the capabilities of your Windows Media Centerequipped system with a set of Acer utilities designed to make it easy to manage your multimedia files, create your - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 81
English 61 Remote control (for selected models) If your computer is bundled with a remote control for use wiht the Arcade Deluxe software, the table below explains the functions. 16 1 17 2 18 3 19 4 20 5 6 21 7 8 9 22 10 11 23 12 13 24 14 15 25 - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 82
picture 4 Skip Backward Skip a section backward 5 Pause Pause playback 6 Recorded TV Display Recorded TV page 7 Guide Display the Guide 8 Navigation/ Navigate and confirm selections OK buttons 9 Mute Toggle audio on/off 10 Back Move up one level in the UI 11 Volume + / - Increase or - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 83
Arcade Deluxe utilities outside of Windows Media Center, double-click the Acer Arcade Deluxe icon from the Windows desktop. Note: For detailed information about specific Acer Arcade Deluxe utiltiies, use the built-in help files. VideoMagician VideoMagician allows you to edit video files (in DAT, DVR - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 84
real-time preview and capture from DV camcorders and webcams to your computer's hard drive or directly burned to DVD. DV Wizard also supports the capture of High Definition video to your computer's hard disk in the DVD format. Attach your DV camcorder or web cam to your computer and then start - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 85
notebook 5 Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor and other external devices. the computer: Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off (Windows XP). Or: You can put the computer in Sleep mode by pressing + - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 86
your meeting will be longer, or if your battery is not fully charged, you may want to have an electrical outlet, reduce the drain on the battery by putting the computer in Sleep mode. Press - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 87
to return to room temperature, and inspect the screen for condensation before turning on the computer. If time, you might also want to add an external keyboard, monitor or mouse. Traveling with the computer When you battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 88
the country to which you are traveling • Spare, fully-charged battery packs • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer • Proof of check that the local AC voltage and the AC adapter power cord specifications are compatible. If not, purchase a power cord that is compatible - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 89
The notebook comes BIOS utility. Once set, you must enter this password to gain access to the BIOS utility. See "BIOS utility" on page 79. • User Password secures your computer against unauthorized use. Combine the use of this password with password checkpoints on boot boot - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 90
password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set, a prompt appears when you press to enter the BIOS utility at boot-up. • Type the Supervisor Password and press to access the BIOS utility. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 91
English 71 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, - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 92
English 72 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 Ethernet (RJ-45) port on the chassis of the computer to a network jack or hub on your network. Universal - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 93
English 73 IEEE 1394 port The computer's IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect to an IEEE 1394compatible device like a video camera or digital camera. See your video or digital camera's documentation for details. - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 94
54mm and 34mm), each with different functions. Not all ExpressCard slots will support both types. Please refer to your card's manual for details on how to install and use the card, and its functions. Inserting an ExpressCard Insert the card into the slot and push gently until it clicks into position - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 95
1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pack. Then turn the computer over to access its base. 2 Remove the screws Replace the memory cover and secure it with the screw. 5 Reinstall the battery pack, and reconnect the AC adapter. 6 Turn on the computer. The - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 96
76 Connecting your TV and AV-in cables (for selected models) Follow the instructions below to set up the TV function of your Acer notebook. PAL/SECAM and NTSC systems 1 Plug the PAL/SECAM cable's RF plug into your notebook's RF-in jack. 2 Connect the other end to your TV antenna cable, using - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 97
up until it is positioned at 90 degrees to the antenna body. 1 2 3 3 To ensure good reception, the antenna can be positioned on top of your notebook display using the special clip, as shown below. 4 Extend the antenna to improve the quality of the reception. Note: The antenna is only compatible with - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 98
clips. 1 Plug the single end of the cable into the AV-in port of your notebook. 2 Connect the other ends to the S-video or composite audio/video jacks on your VHS player, camcorder or other compatible device. Notebook AV-in AV-in Camcorder VHS Note: Extension cables may not be necessary. For more - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 99
while the notebook PC logo is being displayed. Boot sequence To set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility, activate the BIOS utility, then select Boot from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Enable disk-to-disk recovery To enable disk-to-disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 100
English 80 Using software Playing DVD movies When the DVD drive module is installed in the optical drive bay, you can play DVD movies on your computer. 1 Eject the DVD disk. Important! When you launch the DVD player for the first time, the program asks you to enter the region code. DVD disks are - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 101
more of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to the computer, and video memory. If no activity is detected supports the advanced configuration and power interface (ACPI), which allows for maximum power conservation and maximum performance at the same time. Windows - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 102
, CD or DVD. You can also backup/restore the factory default image, and reinstall applications and drivers. Acer eRecovery Management consists of the following functions: 1 Create backup 2 Burn backup disc 3 Restore and recovery This chapter will guide you through each process. Note: This feature - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 103
and recovery page by selecting the Restore button. 3 Select the backup point you would like to restore from. You can also choose to recover the system from a factory default image, recover from a previously created CD/DVD or reinstall applications and drivers. 4 Follow the instructions on screen to - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 104
attempt to open the computer yourself; contact your dealer or authorized service center for assistance. Troubleshooting tips This notebook PC incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message reports to help you solve problems. If the system reports an error message or an error - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 105
85 If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance. Some problems may be solved using the BIOS utility. English English - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 106
installation. This device generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 107
du Canada. Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby, Acer, declares that this notebook PC series is in compliance with the essential requirements harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily. If possible, they will notify you in advance. But - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 108
advance to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. If this equipment should fail to operate properly, disconnect the equipment from the phone line to determine if it is causing the problem. If the problem is with the equipment, discontinue use and contact your dealer or - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 109
Specifications: a There shall be no more than 10 call attempts to the same number within any 30 minute period for any single manual that Telecom lines will always continue to support pulse dialing. 7 Use of pulse Should such problems occur, the user should NOT contact the telecom Fault Service. 8 This - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 110
with high-precision manufacturing techniques. Nevertheless, some pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black or red dots. This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 111
may not contain wireless radio devices (such as wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth modules). Below information is for products with such devices V1.2.1:2002 • EN301 489-3 V1.4.1:2002 (Applied to models with 27MHz wireless mouse/keyboard) • EN301 489-7 V1.2.1:2002 (Applied to models with 3G function) • - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 112
English 92 wireless 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 function). • EN301 908-2 V2.2.1:2003 (Applied to models with 3G function). - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 113
wireless LAN Mini PCI Card built in to the screen section and all persons. Note: The Acer wireless Mini PCI adapter 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 - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 114
, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. b Operation in 2.4 GHz band To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and installation outdoors is subject to licensing. c Operation in 5 GHz band • The device - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 115
is responsible for this declaration: Product name: Notebook PC Model number: ICW50 Machine type: Aspire 5520G/5520/5220 SKU number: Aspire 5520G/5520/5220-xxxxx ("x" = 0 - 9, a - z, or A - Z) Name of responsible party: Acer America Corporation Address of responsible party: 333 West - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 116
Lai Tel: 886-2-8691-3089 Fax: 886-2-8691-3000 E-mail: [email protected] Hereby declare that: Product: Personal Computer Trade Name: Acer Model Number: ICW50 Machine Type: Aspire 5520G/5520/5220 SKU Number: Aspire 5520G/5520/5220-xxxxx ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, or A ~ Z) Is compliant with the essential - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 117
specifications English English Design viewing distance Design inclination angle Design azimuth angle Viewing direction range class Screen tilt angle Design screen α = 85° • Color: Source D65 • Ordinary LCD: Class I • Protective or Acer CrystalBrite™ LCD: Class III Both • Yn • u'n • v'n Class II - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 118
for xiv audio 34 adjusting the volume 34 troubleshooting 40 B battery pack battery-low warning 47 caring for xv characteristics 44 charging 46 checking charge level 46 installing 45 low conditions 47 maximizing life 44 optimizing 46 removing 46 using the first time 44 BIOS utility 79 brightness - Acer 5520 5537 | Aspire 5220/5520/5520G User's Guide - Page 119
error 84 modem 71 N network 72 Notebook Manager hotkey 31 num lock 29 on indicator 25 numeric keypad embedded 29 P password 69 types 69 ports 71 printer troubleshooting 41 problems 40 CD-ROM 41 display 40 keyboard 41 printer 41 startup 40 troubleshooting 84 Q questions setting location for modem
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