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Aspire 5580/5570/3680/5570Z Series User's Guide - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 2
. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronically, mechanically, by photocopy, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated. Aspire 5580/5570/3680/5570Z Series Notebook PC - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 3
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 level after your ears have adjusted. • Do not - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 4
through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of the product. • To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on a vibrating surface. • Never - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 5
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. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Replace the battery with the - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 6
small parts. Keep them out of the reach of small children. Operating environment Warning! For safety reasons, turn off all wireless or radio transmitting devices when using your laptop under the following conditions. These devices may include, but are not limited to: wireless lan (WLAN), Bluetooth - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 7
wireless devices may interfere with some hearing aids. If interference occurs, consult your service wireless telephone network, and may be illegal. Potentially explosive environments Switch off your device when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 8
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 Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 9
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 Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 10
enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare and reflections by: • placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source • minimizing room light by using drapes, shades or blinds • using a task light • changing the display's viewing angle • using - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 11
breaks regularly, and do some stretching exercises. Note: For more information, please refer to "Regulations and safety notices" on page 90 in the AcerSystem User's Guide. - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 12
xii First things first We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs. Your guides To help you use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides: First off, the Just for Starters... poster helps you get started with setting up your - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 13
xiii To turn the power off, do any of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off. • Use the power button You can also shut down the computer by - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 14
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 Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 15
Management (for selected models) 8 Acer eRecovery Management 10 Acer eSettings Management 12 Windows Mobility Center 13 Your Acer notebook tour 14 Front view 14 Closed front view 15 Left view 16 Right view 17 Rear view 18 Base view 19 Specifications 20 Indicators 26 Easy - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 16
notebook 39 Using the phone 41 Using the system utilities 42 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 42 Launch Manager 43 Norton Internet Security 44 Frequently asked questions 45 Requesting service 48 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 48 Before you call 48 Battery pack - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 17
Program guide 65 Find program 65 TV settings 65 Using TeleText functions 66 Make DVDs 67 Authoring CD/DVDs 67 Acer Arcade Acer Arcade Deluxe 71 VideoMagician 71 TV Joy (selected models only) 71 SportsCap (selected models only) 71 DV Wizard 72 DVDivine 72 Taking your notebook - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 18
82 Installing memory 82 BIOS utility 83 Boot sequence 83 Enable disk-to-disk recovery 84 Password 84 Using software 85 Playing DVD movies 85 Acer eRecovery Management 86 Create backup 86 Burn backup disc 87 Restore and recovery 87 87 Troubleshooting 88 Troubleshooting tips - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 19
Canada - Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking LCD panel ergonomic specifications Index 95 95 95 96 96 96 98 99 100 101 102 103 - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 20
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models) hooks up to location-based networks intelligently. • Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans. • Acer ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts display settings. • Acer eDataSecurity Management (for selected models) protects data with - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 22
wireless networks in a variety of locations. To access this utility, select "Acer eNet Management" from the Empowering Technology toolbar or run the program from the Acer while offering you the option to manually adjust the settings to match your needs. Acer eNet Management can save network settings - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 23
3 DNS settings, wireless 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. Empowering Technology - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 24
Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu, or right-click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select "Acer ePower Management". Using power plans Acer adjust settings for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking the appropriate tabs. You can open Windows power options by - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - 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 Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 26
display setting. Note: If the restored resolution is not correct after disconnecting a projector, or you need to use an external resolution that is not supported by Acer ePresentation Management, adjust your display settings using Display Properties or the utility provided by the graphics vendor. - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 27
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 Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 28
, USB pen drives, USB flash drives, USB MP3 drives, USB memory card readers, IEEE 1394 disk drives, and any other removable storage drive 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 Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 29
Empowering Technology 9 - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 30
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 (Empowering Technology password) • Full and incremental backups - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 31
Empowering Technology 11 For more information, please refer to "Acer eRecovery Management" on page 86 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 Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 32
12 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 Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 33
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 Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 34
English 14 Your Acer notebook tour After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters... poster, let us show you around your new Acer notebook. Front view # Item Description 1 Built-in camera 1.3 megapixel/310,000 pixel web camera for video communication. (for selected models - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 35
Acer Battery indicator Indicates the computer's batttery status. 4 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. 5 Bluetooth Enable/disables the Bluetooth function. communication Indicates the status of Bluetooth switch/indicator communication (optional). 6 Wireless - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 36
port Interfaces with infrared devices (e.g., infrared printer and IR-aware computer). (for selected models) 7 5-in-1 card reader Accepts Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Secure Digital (SD) and xD-Picture Card (xD) . Note: Only one card can operate at any - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 37
17 Right view English # Icon 1 2 3 4 5 6 Item Optical drive Optical disk access indicator Optical drive eject button Emergency eject hole Modem (RJ11) port DC-in jack Description Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs (slot-load or tray-load depending on model). Lights up when the optical - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 38
18 Rear view English # Icon Item 1 Kensington lock slot 2 USB 2.0 ports 3 Battery 4 Ethernet (RJ-45) port Description Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). Powers the computer. Connects to - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 39
the computer's main memory. 2 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 3 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 4 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 5 Battery lock Locks the battery in position. 6 Hard - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 40
802.11a/b/g) or Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945BG network connection (dual-mode 802.11b/g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ solution, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology • Intel® Celeron® M processor 410/420/430 (1 MB L2 cache, 1.46/1.60/1.73 GHz, 533 MHz FSB) or higher (for Aspire 3680) • Mobile Intel® 940GML - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 41
, featuring Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 950, up to 224 MB of shared system memory, supporting Microsoft® DirectX® 9.0, dual independent display (for Aspire 3680) • Dual independent displays supported (for selected models) • 16.7 million colors • Simultaneous LCD and CRT display, with LCD - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 42
standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes • 44 .4W 4000 mAh (6-cell) Li-ion battery pack • Acer QuicCharge™ Bluetooth® • Audio system with two built-in speakers • Intel® High-Definition audio support • MS Sound compatible • S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) support - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 43
/b/g) or Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945BG network connection (dual-mode 802.11b/g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ solution, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology • Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ solution, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology (for Aspire 3680/5570Z) WPAN: Bluetooth® 2.0+EDR - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 44
Note: Software listed above is for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased. • Acer Bluetooth® VoIP phone • 9-cell Li-ion battery pack • 6-cell Li-ion 2nd battery pack • 90 W AC adapter (for selected models) • 512 MB, 1 or 2 GB DDR2 533/667 MHz soDIMM modules - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 45
English 25 System compliance Warranty • ACPI 3.0 • DMI 2.0 • Mobile PC 2002 • Wi-Fi® One-year International Travelers Warranty (ITW) Note: The specifications listed above are for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased. Warning! For safety reasons, do - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 46
Num Lock is activated. HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is active. Bluetooth Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. Wireless LAN Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. Power Indicates the computer's power status. Battery Indicates the computer's batttery status. - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 47
27 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Fully charged: The light shows green Key < > and one user-programmable button. Press < > to run the Acer Empowering Technology. Please see "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1. The mail and Web browser buttons are pre-set to - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 48
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. • Press the - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 49
English 29 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-clicking a mouse button). - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 50
English 30 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an 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 on and off. Lock key - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 51
keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Key Description Windows key 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 functions: < > : Open - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 52
> key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination. Hotkey Icon + Function Hotkey help + Acer eSettings + Acer ePower Management + + Sleep Display toggle + Screen blank Description Displays help on hotkeys. Launches - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 53
33 English Hotkey Icon + + + Function Touchpad toggle Speaker toggle Volume up Description Turns the internal touchpad on and off. Turns the speakers on and off. Increases the sound volume. + Volume down Decreases the sound volume. + + - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 54
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 more information. The US dollar sign 1 Open a text editor or word - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 55
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 Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 56
English 36 Audio The computer comes with 32-bit Intel High-Definition audio, and built-in stereo speakers. Adjusting the volume Use hotkeys to easily adjust the volume on your computer. See "Hotkeys" on page 32 for more information on adjusting the speaker volume. - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 57
® VoIP Phone Getting to know your VoIP phone Package contents Check the following items in your Bluetooth VoIP phone package: 1. Acer Bluetooth VoIP phone 2. Quick guide Contact your retailer immediately if any of the items is damaged or missing. Layout 1 PC Card (PCMCIA) interface connector - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 58
phone is completely pushed on the slot. Note: The notebook detects the device and displays a New Device Wizard window. Click No, not this time, then close the window. 4. The power/charge indicator lights up during charge and turns off when the battery is full. Eject the phone from the PC Card slot - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 59
Connection Center... from the pop-up menu. If you have not paired any Bluetooth headset devices with the notebook previously, Acer VCM automatically scans all Bluetooth headset devices within range, then displays them in the Bluetooth Headset List with a New status. Otherwise, any previously paired - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 60
English 40 Note: Click Rescan if the Acer Bluetooth VoIP Phone does not appear on the list. After pairing, Acer VCM automatically connects the phone to the notebook each time you turn the phone on. There is no need to connect the phone again. - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 61
Internet call from your Instant Messaging service (i.e. MSN® Messenger, Skype), press the Bluetooth connection/pairing button . The incoming call linked to the notebook. Every time you turn the phone on, Acer VCM automatically links it to the notebook. When linked, the Bluetooth connection/pairing - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 62
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 OK to complete the process. Acer GridVista offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on the same screen. - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 63
English 43 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 grid. 3 Enjoy the convenience of a well-organized desktop. Note: Please ensure that the resolution setting of your second monitor is set - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 64
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 Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 65
you are using on the battery, it may be low and unable to power the computer. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure , the screen expands to fill the computer display. Right-click on your Windows desktop and select Properties to bring up the "Display Properties" dialog box. - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 66
• The volume level may be too low. In Windows, look at the volume control icon on the taskbar If it works, contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be loose for file transfers) or you have the appropriate drivers (for printing to an infrared printer). • - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 67
setting up your location. Refer to the Windows manual. Note: Please note, on first booting your notebook, that you can skip the Internet Connection 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 - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 68
the Acer logo is showing, press + at the same time to enter the recovery process. 3 Refer to the onscreen instructions to 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 - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 69
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 Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 70
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 Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 71
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 Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 72
-low warning When using battery power pay attention to the Windows power meter. 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 warning appears, the - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 73
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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 - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 75
different functions depending on the current mode. See below for details. Button functions may change depending on your power option settings. To access Arcade in Windows mode, push the Arcade button to start Arcade. Push it again at any time to return to the main menu. Pushing the Arcade button - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 76
stereo, etc.) 11 Full Screen Toggle between full screen and window view 12 Back Back to previous page 13 Navigation/ OK items, OK to select option, enter, play and pause. 14 Mute Toggle audio on/off 15 VOL + / - in and AV-in 20 Arcade Launch/quit Acer Arcade; return to Arcade main page 21 - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 77
Arcade, please refer to the Arcade Help menu. This can be accessed from the Arcade home page by selecting Help . Settings There are settings in Acer Arcade that allow you to fine-tune its performance to suit your machine and your personal preferences. To access Settings, click on this icon located - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 78
change your original startup settings. Click About Acer Arcade to open a page with version and copyright information. Click Restore the Arcade home page, click the Home button in the upper-left corner of the window. To go up one folder level while searching for content, click Up one level of this guide. - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 79
need using the mouse, cursor keys or keyboard. Background mode With Acer Arcade you can continue listening to music or watching Live TV while 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 Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 80
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. movie, the pop-up player control panel appears at the bottom of the window when you move the pointer. If more than one optical drive contains a - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 81
English 61 Album Acer Arcade lets you view digital photos individually or as a slide show, from any available drive on your computer. Click the Album button on the Arcade - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 82
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 Device on the video - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 83
burned to disk to share with family and friends. Note: For more details on editing video and all the associated features, please refer to the Acer Arcade help menu. Music For convenient access to your music collection, click Music on the Arcade homepage to open the Music homepage. Select the folder - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 84
Guide option lets you view program information for all channels. See Program Guide. The Find Program option enables you to search for a specific be saved, however, and you cannot watch this file in the Recorded TV window.) You can navigate forward and backward within the file to create an instant - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 85
schedule to open it for modification. To change the order in which schedules are 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 and information are provided by the Electronic Program - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 86
TV shows. You can also select the destination for any recorded TV. Guide settings Click on EPG Source to select the source for your EPG program their default values. Using TeleText functions For regions with the TeleText service, TeleText can be activated by using the onscreen controller or the - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 87
direct from Make DVD mode or some of the other Acer Arcade media modes. Authoring CD/DVDs With Acer Arcade it is possible to create CD or DVDs directly , film and TV clips all in one. The possibilities are endless! For specific details about each of these options, click the Help button to open the - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 88
files, create your own customized content, and more. Arcade Deluxe includes the following utilities: 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 own - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 89
English 69 Remote control 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 Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 90
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 decrease the audio playback level 12 Start Open or close Media Center 13 Color buttons Teletext shortcut functions* 14 TeleText - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 91
list and left/right to select a utility. To run the Acer 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 - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 92
Wizard provides 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 - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 93
English 73 Taking your notebook PC with you This section gives you tips and hints building, you may choose to shut down 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 + . Then close and latch the - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 94
computer in the meeting room. If the meeting room does not have an electrical outlet, reduce the drain on the battery by putting the computer in Sleep mode. Press + or close the display cover whenever you are following items with you: • AC adapter and power cord • The printed User's Guide - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 95
computer Prepare the computer as if you were taking it home. Make sure that the battery in the computer is charged. Airport security may require you to turn on your computer when • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 96
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 Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 97
include hardware and software locks - a security notch and passwords. Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with a Kensington-compatible security slot for a security lock. Wrap a computer security lock your password, please get in touch with your dealer or an authorized service center. - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 98
English 78 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 to enter the BIOS utility at boot-up. • Type the Supervisor Password and press to access the BIOS - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 99
English 79 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 Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 100
to a network jack or hub on your network. Fast Infrared (FIR) (for selected models) The computer's Fast Infrared (FIR) port allows you to do wireless data transfer with other IR-aware computers and peripherals such as PDAs, mobile phones, and infrared printers. The infrared port can transfer data at - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 101
English 81 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 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 (for selected models) The computer's IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect to an IEEE 1394compatible device like a - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 102
PCs. Popular PC Cards include flash, fax/data modem, wireless LAN and SCSI cards. CardBus improves on the 16-bit make the proper connections (e.g., network cable), if necessary. See your card manual for details. Ejecting a PC Card Before ejecting a PC Card: 1 memory Follow these steps to install - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 103
cover and secure it with the screw. 5 Reinstall the battery pack, and reconnect the AC adapter. 6 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 - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 104
English 84 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 and keys to set this value to Enabled. - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 105
or region USA, Canada Europe, Middle East, South Africa, Japan Southeast Asia, Taiwan, South Korea Latin America, Australia, New Zealand Former USSR, parts of Africa, India People's Republic of China Note: To change the region code, insert a DVD movie of a different region into the DVD drive - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 106
Press + or select Acer eRecovery Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management. 2 In the Acer eRecovery Management window, select the type of backup you want to create using Full or Fast. 3 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process. - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 107
will burn your most recently created backup image to disc. 4 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process. Note: Create a factory default image drivers for your Acer system. 1 Press + or select Acer eRecovery Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 108
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 Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 109
89 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 Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 110
English 90 - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 111
to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 112
countries Hereby, Acer, declares that this notebook PC series is notebook/reg-nb/index.htm for complete documents.) Compliant with Russian regulatory certification Modem notices Notice for USA This equipment complies with Part telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily. If possible, - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 113
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 Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 114
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 Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 115
English English 95 Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product. The CD or DVD drive's classification label (shown below) is located on the drive. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM. APPAREIL A - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 116
standards of any country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use. Depending on configurations, this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices (such as wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth modules). Below information is for products with such devices. European Union (EU) R&TTE - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 117
English English 97 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 Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 118
and Bluetooth card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the notebook PC series shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized as follows: 1 Users are requested to follow the RF safety instructions on wireless - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 119
, 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 Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 120
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Notebook PC Model number: ZR1 Machine type: Aspire 5580, Aspire 5570, Aspire 5570Z and Aspire 3680 SKU number: Aspire 558xxx, Aspire 557xxx, Aspire 557xZxxx and Aspire 368xxx ("x" = 0 - 9, a - z, or A - Z) Name of responsible party: Acer - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 121
declare that: Product: Personal Computer Trade Name: Acer Model Number: ZR1 Machine Type: Aspire 5580, Aspire 5570, Aspire 5570Z and Aspire 3680 SKU Number: Aspire 558xxx, Aspire 557xxx, Aspire 557xZxxx and Aspire 368xxx ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, or A ~ Z) Is compliant with the essential requirements - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 122
Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment LCD panel ergonomic specifications Design viewing distance Design inclination angle Design azimuth angle where 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 Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 123
battery pack xiv computer xiii CD-ROM ejecting manually 46 troubleshooting 46 charging checking level 51 cleaning computer xiv computer caring for xiii cleaning xiv disconnecting 73 features 14 32 lock keys 30 troubleshooting 46 Windows keys 31 L left view 15 M media access on indicator 26 - Acer Aspire 5570 | Aspire 3680/5570/5570Z/5580 User's Guide EN - Page 124
104 English memory installing 82- 83 messages error 88 modem 79 N network 80 Notebook Manager hotkey 32 num lock 30 on indicator 26 numeric keypad embedded 30 P password 77 types 77 PC Card 82 ejecting 82 inserting 82 ports 79 printer troubleshooting 46 problems 45 CD-ROM 46 display 45 keyboard 46
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