User manual ACER ASPIRE ONE D150

[. . . ] Aspire one Series User Guide Original Issue: 02/2009 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications. Record the model number, serial number, purchase date and place of purchase information in the space provided below. The serial number and model number are recorded on the label affixed to your computer. [. . . ] Scroll Lock does not work with some applications. The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is indicated by small characters located on the upper right corner of the keycaps. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are not printed on the keys. Desired access Number keys on embedded keypad Num Lock on Type numbers in a normal manner. Type the letters in a normal manner. Num Lock off Hold <Shift> while using cursorCursor-control keys on embedded keypad control keys. Main keyboard keys Hold <Fn> while typing letters on embedded keypad. 7 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 functions: < < < < > : Open or close the Start menu > + <D>: Display the desktop > + <E>: Open Windows Explore > + <F>: Search for a file or folder English < > + <L>: Lock your computer (if you are connected to a network domain), or switch users (if you're not connected to a network domain) < < < < < > + <M>: Minimizes all windows > + <R>: Open the Run dialog box > + <U>: Open Ease of Access Center > + <BREAK>: Display the System Properties dialog box > + <TAB>: Cycle through programs on the taskbar > + <F>: Search for computers (if you are on a <CTRL> + < network) Note: Depending on your edition of Windows XP, some shortcuts may not function as described. Application key This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; it opens the application's context menu. 8 English Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS utility. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the <Fn> key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination. Hotkey <Fn> + <F1> <Fn> + <F2> <Fn> + <F3> Icon Function Hotkey help System Properties Power Options Description Displays help on hotkeys. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Press any key to return. <Fn> + <F4> <Fn> + <F5> Sleep Display toggle <Fn> + <F6> <Fn> + <F7> <Fn> + <F8> <Fn> + < > Screen blank Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off. Increases the screen brightness. <Fn> + < > Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness. <Fn> + < > Volume up Increases the sound volume (only for certain models). Decreases the sound volume (only for certain models). <Fn> + < > Volume down 9 Special keys You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center of your keyboard. English The Euro symbol 1 2 Open a text editor or word processor. Hold <Alt Gr> and then press the <5> 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 2 Open a text editor or word processor. Hold <Shift> and then press the <4> key at the upper-center of the keyboard. Note: This function varies according to the language settings. 10 English Frequently asked questions The following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer. Easy solutions are provided for each one. I turned on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up. Look at the power indicator: · If it is not lit, no power is being supplied to the computer. Check the following: · · · If you are using on the battery, it may be low and unable to power the computer. Make sure that the AC adapter is properly plugged into the computer and to the power outlet. Remove or replace it with a system disk and press <Ctrl> + <Alt> + <Del> to restart the system. If it is lit, check the following: · Nothing appears on the screen. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to save power. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on, three things might be the cause: · · · The brightness level might be too low. Press <Fn> + <> (increase) to adjust the brightness level. [. . . ] Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help. 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. Operation with non-certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority, which is granted by the Federal Communications Commission, to operate this computer. Operation conditions This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 29 Notice: Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. English Remarque à l'intention des utilisateurs canadiens Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby, Acer, declares that this notebook PC series is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Compliant with Russian regulatory certification LCD pixel statement The LCD unit is produced with high-precision manufacturing techniques. [. . . ]