User manual ACER ASPIRE 5552

[. . . ] The system can accommodate extra peripheral equipment through these I/O ports. Furthermore, the system is compatible with the Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition operating system. Necessary to know before setup Selecting a location Selecting the optimum location for your computer: · · · · · Do not place the system too close to other electrical equipment. Do not place the system in high-traffic areas or where the power cord or other cords may be stepped on. Avoid placing the system in any location that is excessively dusty or damp. [. . . ] In the event of a system crash, press and hold the power button on the front of the system for four seconds. After the system has shut down, turn off all peripheral devices. 6 Setting up your computer English Using Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition Getting started There are two ways to open Windows® XP Media Center Edition: 1 Use your mouse to open the Start menu by clicking on the start icon in the bottom left hand of your Windows desktop. Then select Media Center from the Start menu or from your list of programs. Press the green Start button on your Windows Media Centre remote control (selected models only). 2 My Music With Media Center, it is possible to copy CDs, create playlists, organize your music library, and create queues to play your favorite tunes. To create a playlist: 1 2 3 First, Start Media Center using the remote or a mouse. Select My Music, and then navigate to select the music you wish to add to the list. Confirmation is then displayed to show the music was added to the queue. 7 My TV (selected models only) With My TV it is possible to find and record your favorite shows using the program guide (selected regions only). It is also possible to record a show while watching another prerecorded show. Navigate to select the name of the recording you wish to watch, then press Play. English Play DVDs Your Acer Media Center Edition PC has all the functionality of a conventional DVD player. My Pictures Using My Pictures you can create a slide show to view your favorite photos or burn a disk of your holiday snaps to send to your relatives. To Zoom and Pan a picture 1 2 3 4 Press the Start button, then select My Pictures. Use the arrow buttons to pan the image. Radio (selected models only) Use Radio to manage and listen to your favorite FM and Internet radio stations. Note: A radio tuner card must be installed to enable the FM radio functions. My Videos Watch digital video that you have created or downloaded from the Internet. 8 Setting up your computer English Help and support Answers to many of your questions can be found in the help section. Check the documentation that came with your software and/or drivers to see if you can select other settings to make viewing the screen more comfortable. · · · 12 Taking care of your computer English Cleaning and servicing To clean your computer and keyboard 1 2 Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord. Use a soft cloth moistened with water and gently wipe the exterior of the computer and the keyboard. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. When to contact a service technician · · · If you drop and damage the computer. If the computer is not operating normally. Asking for technical assistance For technical assistance, contact your local dealer or distributor. You may also access the Acer Web site (http://www. acersupport. com) for information on how and where to contact the service centers available in your area. 13 Declaration of conformity for EU countries Acer hereby declares that this personal computer is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. English Notice: Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations. Notice: Peripheral devices Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc. ) certified to comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 7 8 9 10 Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing 11 Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a b c d When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition. e f If the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service. 12 Use only the proper type of power supply cord set (provided in your accessories box) for this unit. It should be a detachable type : UL listed/CSA certified, type SPT-2, rated 7A 125V minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent. 13 Always disconnect all telephone lines from the wall outlet before serving or disassembling this equipment. 15 14 Avoid using a telephone line (other than the cordless type) during an electrical storm. Regarding the standards of workstation regulations, do not place the model in the visual field of the user, because of the glossy front of the case. English 15 Lithium battery statement CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. [. . . ] Anvãnd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren. VAROITUS Päristo voi räjähtää, jos se on virheellisesti asennettu. Hävitä käytetty paristo valmistajan ohjeiden mukaisesti. Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnlichen Typ. [. . . ]