Acer 3040 Series, 3030 Series manual Tips and information for comfortable use

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Tips and information for comfortable use

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ENERGY STAR is a government program (public/private partnership) that gives people the power to protect the environment in a cost effective way and without sacrificing quality or product features. Products that earn the ENERGY STAR prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the US Department of Energy (DOE). In the average home, 75% of all electricity used to power home electronics is consumed while the products are turned off. ENERGY STAR qualified home electronic products in the off position use up to 50% less energy than conventional equipment. More information refers to http://www.energystar.gov and http://www.energystar.gov/powermangement.

As an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.

This product has been shipped enabled for power management:

Activate display’ Sleep mode within 15 minutes of user inactivity.

Activate computer’s Sleep mode within 30 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 risk of physical injury after long hours of working in front of a computer. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequate working conditions, personal health and other factors greatly increase the risk of physical injury.

Incorrect computer usage may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, tenosynovitis or other musculoskeletal disorders. The following symptoms may appear in the hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, neck or back:

numbness, or a burning or tingling sensation

aching, soreness or tenderness

pain, swelling or throbbing

stiffness or tightness

coldness or weakness

If you have these symptoms, or any other recurring or persistent discomfort and/or pain related to computer use, consult a physician immediately and inform your company's health and safety department.

The following section provides tips for more comfortable computer use.

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Contents TravelMate 3040/3030 Series Users GuideCopyright 2006. Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved TravelMate 3040/3030 Series Users Guide Original Issue 09/2006TravelMate 3040/3030 Series Notebook PC Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchaseSafety instructions Information for your safety and comfortTurning the product off before cleaning CAUTION for plug as disconnecting deviceUsing electrical power Replacing the battery pack Telephone line safetyProduct servicing Additional safety information Operating environmentMedical devices Vehicles Potentially explosive environmentsEmergency calls Mercury advisory Disposal instructionsTips and information for comfortable use Taking care of your vision Finding your comfort zoneDeveloping good work habits First things first Basic care and tips for using your computerYour guides 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 page Contents Adjusting the volume Using a computer security lockChanging the Acer OrbiCam settings Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcamInstalling memory Built-in network featureBIOS utility Boot sequencePage Acer Empowering Technology Empowering Technology passwordEmpowering Technology Acer eNet Management Empowering Technology DC mode Battery mode Acer ePower ManagementTo create a new power profile AC mode Adapter modeBattery status Empowering Technology Acer ePresentation Management Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eLock Management Empowering Technology Acer eRecovery Management For more information, please refer to Acer eRecovery Management on page 64 in the AcerSystem Users Guide Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management alsoProvides a simple graphical user interface for navigation Acer ePerformance Management Your Acer notebook tour Front viewEnglish Closed front view Left view Rear view Right viewConnects to Acer ezDock Base viewSpecifications English English English Icon IndicatorsEasy-launch buttons Touchpad basics TouchpadRight Left buttonMain touchpad CenterLock keys and embedded numeric keypad Using the keyboardHotkeys Windows keysDecreases the screen brightness Launches Acer eSettings in AcerThe Euro symbol Special keysThe US dollar sign Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using a computer security lockAudio Adjusting the volumeAcer OrbiCam Getting to know your Acer OrbiCamRotating the Acer OrbiCam Changing the Acer OrbiCam settings ResolutionLaunching the Acer OrbiCam Camera Settings OptionsBasic settings Capturing photos/videos Using the Acer OrbiCam as webcamCapture settings Pictures and My Videos folderEnabling the Acer VisageON Using the face tracking feature Using video effects selected models only Acer GraviSense Using Acer GraviSenseProtecting the HDD From the Start menu, go to Start All Programs Acer GraviSenseAnti-Theft 1 Alt + Tab 2 Ctrl + Shift + Esc 3 Ctrl + Alt + Del 4 Windows keys Acer GridVista dual-display compatible Using the system utilitiesLaunch Manager Scanning your system Norton Internet SecurityI turned on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up Frequently asked questionsNothing appears on the screen Image is not full-screenNo audio is heard from the computer I want to eject the optical drive tray without turning on the powerThe keyboard does not respond The infrared port does not workI want to set up my location to use the internal modem 1 Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel2 Double-click on Phone and Modem Options Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITWBefore you call Taking your notebook PC with you Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around 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 What to bring with you Traveling internationally with the computerUsing a computer security lock Using passwordsSecuring your computer Setting passwords Entering passwordsExpanding through options Connectivity optionsFax/data modem Fast Infrared FIR Built-in network featureIEEE 1394 port Universal Serial Bus USBPC Card slot Inserting a PC CardEjecting a PC Card BIOS utility Boot sequenceInstalling memory Password Enable disk-to-disk recoveryUsing software Playing DVD moviesPower management Create backup Acer eRecovery ManagementCreate factory default image CD Restore from backupChange password Re-install bundled software without CDTroubleshooting tips Error messagesTroubleshooting English FCC notice Regulations and safety noticesNotice Shielded cables Notice Peripheral devicesNotice Canadian users Modem noticesRemarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Declaration of Conformity for EU countriesNotice for Australia List of applicable countriesNotice for New Zealand LCD pixel statement Laser compliance statementMacrovision copyright protection notice U.S Patent Nos. 4,631,603 4,819,098 4,907,093 5,315,448 and 6,516,132Radio device regulatory notice GeneralEuropean Union EU EN301 511 V9.0.22003 Applied to models with 3G function wireless mouse/keyboardEN301 908-1 V2.2.12003 Applied to models with 3G function EN301 908-2 V2.2.12003 Applied to models with 3G functionThe FCC RF safety requirement Canada - Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices RSS-210 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity EN60950-12001 EN600652002 applied to models with TV function We Acer Computer Shanghai LimitedLCD panel ergonomic specifications Index English