Acer ZB3, 3660 manual Using the system utilities, Acer GridVista dual-display compatible

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Using the system utilities

Note: The system utilities work under Microsoft Windows XP only.

Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible)

Note: This feature is only available on certain models.

To enable the dual monitor feature of your notebook, first ensure that the second monitor is connected, then, select Start, Control Panel, Display and click on Settings. Select the secondary monitor (2) icon in the display box and then click the check box Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor. Finally, click Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to complete the process.

Acer GridVista is a handy utility that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on the same screen. To access this function, please go to Start, All Programs and click on Acer GridVista. You may choose any one of the four display settings indicated below:

1	2		1	2		1	3		1	3
1	2		1	3		2	3		2	4
				3		2			2	4

Double (vertical), Triple (primary at left), Triple (primary at right), or Quad

Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be partitioned independently.

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Contents Aspire 3660 Series Users GuidePage Turning the product off before cleaning Information for your safety and comfortSafety instructions Using electrical powerProduct servicing Replacing the battery pack Telephone line safety Disposal instructionsMercury advisory Tips and information for comfortable use Finding your comfort zoneTaking care of your vision Developing good work habits ViiYour guides Basic care and tips for using your computerFirst things first Turning your computer on and offTaking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapterClick on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off Taking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicingPlease refer to Frequently asked questions on Contents Page Page Page Acer Empowering Technology Empowering Technology passwordAcer eLock Management Empowering Technology Acer ePerformance Management Acer eRecovery Management Empowering Technology Acer eSettings Management DC mode Battery mode Acer ePower ManagementAC mode Adapter mode To create a new power profileBattery status Empowering Technology Acer ePresentation Management Empowering Technology Your Acer notebook tour Front viewDescription Closed front view Easy-launch buttons on page 23 for more details# Icon Description Left view Icon DescriptionRight view Rear view Base view Specifications English English Indicators Function DescriptionEasy-launch button Default application Easy-launch buttonsTouchpad Touchpad basicsFunction Left button Right Main touchpad Center Button Using the keyboard Lock keys and embedded numeric keypadWindows keys HotkeysKey Description Fn + F3 Hotkey Icon Function Description Fn + F1Fn + F2 Fn + F4Euro symbol Special keysUS dollar sign Using a computer security lock Ejecting the optical CD or DVD diskAdjusting the volume AudioEnglish Rotating the Acer OrbiCam Acer OrbiCam for selected modelsGetting to know your Acer OrbiCam # ItemChanging the Acer OrbiCam settings ResolutionLaunching the Acer OrbiCam Camera Settings Basic settingsOptions Capturing photos/videos Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcamCapture settings Pictures and My Videos folderEnabling the Acer VisageON for selected models Using the face tracking feature Using video effects Using the system utilities Acer GridVista dual-display compatibleLaunch Manager Norton AntiVirus How do I check for viruses?Scan for Viruses panel, click Scan My Computer Frequently asked questions Nothing appears on the screenImage is not full-screen Infrared port does not work No audio is heard from the computerKeyboard does not respond Printer does not workWant to set up my location to use the internal modem Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITWBefore you call Acer Arcade Finding and playing content SettingsDisplay Settings Navigation controls Audio SettingsArcade controls Player controlsBackground mode Virtual keyboardCinema Slide Show settings AlbumEditing Pictures Snapshot VideoPlaying a video file Editing videoMusic Make DVDsAuthoring CD/DVDs File type compatibility Moving around Disconnecting from the desktopTaking your notebook PC with you Preparing the computerTaking the computer home What to bring to meetingsWhat to take with you Setting up a home office Traveling with the computerSpecial considerations Traveling internationally with the computer What to bring with youUsing a computer security lock Using passwordsSecuring your computer Entering passwords Setting passwordsExpanding through options Connectivity optionsFax/data modem Built-in network feature Universal Serial Bus USBPC Card slot Inserting a PC CardEjecting a PC Card Bios utility Boot sequenceInstalling memory Using software Enable disk-to-disk recoveryPassword Playing DVD moviesEnglish Power management Acer eRecovery ManagementCreate backup Restore from backupCreate factory default image CD Re-install bundled software without CDChange password Troubleshooting tips Error messagesError messages Corrective action English Regulations and safety notices Energy Star guidelines complianceFCC notice Remarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Modem noticesOperation conditions Declaration of Conformity for EU countriesTBR List of applicable countriesEnglish Important safety instructions English Laser compliance statement LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Radio device regulatory notice General European Union EUEN 61000-3-2/-3 FCC RF safety requirement Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity ZB3Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking Index CD-ROMEnglish

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