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Arcade hotkeys

When running in the Windows environment, the key combinations listed below are available to control and fine-tune the features and settings of Acer Arcade.

Hotkey

Function

<Fn> + <F5>

Display toggle

 

 

<Fn> + <F6>

Screen blank

 

 

<Fn> + <F8>

Speaker toggle

 

 

<Fn> + <F9>

Lock/unlock front panel media buttons

 

(for selected models)

 

 

<Fn> + <>

Volume up; increases the speaker volume

 

 

<Fn> + <>

Volume down; decreases the speaker volume

 

 

<Fn> + <>

Brightness up; increases the screen brightness

 

 

<Fn> + <>

Brightness down; decreases the screen brightness

 

 

InstantOn Arcade mode

With some Aspire models, it is possible to use Acer Arcade to watch TV, listen to music and view photos without first switching on your PC.

To do this, push the Arcade button located on the front panel of your notebook. This will start InstantOn Arcade mode.

You can use either the media controls located on the front of your notebook or the remote control to navigate the menus and manage Acer Arcade.

InstantOn Arcade mode does not share all the same functions as standard Arcade. In InstantOn mode, the following functions are unavailable:

TV recording

Bluetooth devices

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Acer M1640, 1640Z manual Arcade hotkeys, InstantOn Arcade mode

1640Z, M1640, 1640 specifications

The Acer 1640, M1640, and 1640Z are part of Acer's well-received line of desktop computers that cater to both home users and small businesses. These models are recognized for their balance of performance, design, and affordability, making them an attractive option for budget-conscious consumers.

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