Acer LE1, 8920 Series manual Information for your safety and comfort, Safety instructions

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Information for your safety and comfort

Safety instructions

Read these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

Turning the product off before cleaning

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

CAUTION for plug as disconnecting device

Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit:

Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to the AC power outlet.

Unplug the power cord before removing the power supply unit from the computer.

If the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power from the system by unplugging all power cords from the power supplies.

CAUTION for Accessibility

Be sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as possible. When you need to disconnect power to the equipment, be sure to unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet.

CAUTION for Dummy Card of PCMCIA Slot

Your computer shipped with plastic dummies installed in the PCMCIA slot. Dummies protect unused slots from dust, metal object, or other particles. Save the dummy for use when no PCMCIA 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 listen to music at high volumes for extended periods.

Do not increase the volume to block out noisy surroundings.

Decrease the volume if you can't hear people speaking near you.

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Contents Users Guide Aspire 8920 SeriesPage Information for your safety and comfort Safety instructionsTurning the product off before cleaning Using electrical power Product servicing Guidelines for safe battery usagePotentially explosive environments Replacing the battery packMedical devices Additional safety informationTelephone line safety Operating environmentPotentially explosive environments VehiclesMercury advisory Emergency calls Disposal instructionsTips and information for comfortable use Taking care of your vision Finding your comfort zoneXii Developing good work habitsXiii Turning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerFirst things first Your guidesTaking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your computerTaking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicingPlease refer to Frequently asked questions on Contents Video Securing your computer Troubleshooting Acer Empowering Technology Launching Acer Empowering TechnologyTo launch Acer Empowering Technology To launch Acer Empowering Technology applications Empowering Technology password To set the Empowering Technology passwordClick Create a new password Click OK to set the password Acer eAudio Management To switch between power plans Acer ePower ManagementUsing power plans To create a new power planTo edit a power plan To delete a power planBattery status Empowering Technology Acer eDataSecurity Management for selected models Empowering Technology Acer eRecovery Management Acer eSettings Management Lets you set an asset tag for your system Windows Mobility Center Top view Your Acer notebook tourIcon Item Description # Icon Description Closed front viewIcon Description Left viewRight view Rear view Base view Wlan SpecificationsEnglish Function Description IndicatorsIcon Function Description Easy-launch buttonsTouchpad Function Left Right Main touchpad 2 Center button Button Touchpad basicsFunction Left Right Main touchpad Center button Button Fn + F12 Using the keyboardLock keys and separate numeric keypad Lock key DescriptionKeyDescription Windows keysHotkeys Hotkey Icon Function Description Fn + ← Euro symbolSpecial keys US dollar signEjecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using a computer security lockChannel AudioAcer CineDash media console TubaAcer PureZone Using Dolby Home Theater for surround/multi-channel soundSet playback as digital output Display VideoAcer Bio-Protection for selected models Using the system utilitiesAcer GridVista dual-display compatible Launch Manager Frequently asked questions Nothing appears on the screenNo audio is heard from the computer Want to set up my location to use the internal modem Keyboard does not respondPrinter does not work English Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITWBefore you call Battery pack Battery pack characteristicsMaximizing the batterys life Installing and removing the battery pack Charging the battery Checking the battery levelOptimising battery life Situation Recommended Action Battery-low warningAcer Arcade Deluxe Player controls General controlsCinema Navigation controlsVideos Recent VideosPlaying a video file Advanced Live UpdateSettings HomeMediaDVD PhotoAlbums HelpAbout Editing Pictures Slideshow settingsBackground mode MusicPreparing the computer Disconnecting from the desktopTaking your notebook PC with you Moving aroundTaking 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 Consumer Infrared CIR Built-in network featureHigh-Definition Multimedia Interface Universal Serial Bus USBExpressCard Inserting an ExpressCardEjecting an ExpressCard Installing memory Connecting your TV and AV-in cables for selected models PAL/SECAM and Ntsc systemsAcer DVB-T digital antenna To set up the antenna AV-in cable Password Bios utilityBoot sequence Enable disk-to-disk recoveryUsing software Playing DVD moviesRegion code Country or region Power management Burn backup discs Acer eRecovery ManagementManage user backups Create a user backupRestore Troubleshooting tips Error messagesError messages Corrective action English Regulations and safety notices FCC noticeOperation conditions Modem notices Remarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiensDeclaration of Conformity for EU countries List of applicable countries TBREnglish Laser compliance statement LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Article 3.1b EMC Article 3.1a Health and SafetyRadio device regulatory notice General European Union EUFCC RF safety requirement English LCD panel ergonomic specifications CD-ROM IndexEnglish