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Aspire L series
User's Guide
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Copyright© 2005 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved Aspire L series User's Guide 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. This company makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warr
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System tour 1 Front panel 1 Rear panel 1 System features 2 Performance 2 Multimedia 2 Connectivity 2 System peripherals 3 Wireless keyboard with built-in pointing device 3 Remote control 3 Setting up your computer 4 Necessary to know before setup 4 Selecting a location 4 Opening the package 4 Connecting peripherals 5 Starting your computer 5 Shutting down your computer 5 ® ® Using Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 6 Getting started 6 Help and support 8 Troubleshooting 9 Taking care of yo
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Remark: All images are for reference purposes only. Actual configuration may vary.
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English 1 System tour Your computer consists of the following: Front panel # Item # Item 1 Optical drive eject button 2 Slot-loading optical drive 3 Power button 4 Front-access cover 5 4 USB 2.0 ports 6 4-pin IEEE 1394 port Rear panel # Item # Item 1 PS/2 mouse 2 PS/2 keyboard 3TV-out port port 4 S-video out 5 Parallel port 6 VGA port 7 6-pin IEEE 8 4 USB 2.0 ports 9 Ethernet (RJ-45) 1394 port port 10 S/PDIF out 11 Microphone jack 12 Line-out/ headphone jack 13 Line-in jack 14 S-video out 15 TV
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2 System tour System features Performance • AMD Athlon64 (FX) socket-939 processor • DDR-SDRAM PC3200, expandable to a maximum of 4 GB • Power management functionality • Slot-loading DVD/CD writer • High-capacity SATA HDD • Supports USB 2.0 high-performance peripherals Multimedia • Stereo-surround audio system via onboard audio controller • Audio-in/line-in, audio-out/line-out, headphone-out and external microphone-in jacks Connectivity • PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports • External monitor (VGA) p
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English 3 System peripherals The Aspire L series computer consists of the system itself and system peripherals, like input devices or a set of speakers (optional). This section provides a brief description of basic system peripherals. Wireless keyboard with built-in pointing device The wireless keyboard provides all the functionality of a standard keyboard and includes a built-in pointing device. Connect the keyboard receiver to a USB port and place the receiver so that it is in line-of-sig
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4 Setting up your computer Setting up your computer The Aspire L series is a versatile and powerful system, supporting an AMD CPU. The computer uses a state-of-the-art bus architecture, which improves system efficiency and helps the system support varied multimedia and software applications. Your Aspire L series has standard I/O (input/output) interfaces such as a parallel port, PS/2 ports, USB ports, IEEE 1394 ports, microphone, stereo line-in and line-out jacks. The system can accommodate
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English 5 Ensure that all items are present and in good condition. If any of the following items are missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately: • Aspire L series system • Wireless keyboard with built-in pointing device • Remote control • Starter poster Other user documentation and third-party software. Connecting peripherals After everything is connected, plug the power cord into the system and insert the other end into a power outlet. Note: Don't connect the system power co
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6 Setting up your computer ® ® Using Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition Getting started ® There are two ways to open Windows XP Media Center Edition: 1 Use your mouse to open the Start menu by clicking on the start icon in the bottom left hand of your Windows desktop. Then select Media Center from the Start menu or from your list of programs. 2 Press the green Start button on your Windows Media Centre remote control (selected models only). My Music With Media Center, it is possible to
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English 7 My TV (selected models only) With My TV it is possible to find and record your favorite shows using the program guide (selected regions only). It is also possible to record a show while watching another prerecorded show. To watch a recorded show 1 Select My TV, then Recorded TV. 2 Navigate to select the name of the recording you wish to watch, then press Play. Play DVDs Your Acer Media Center Edition PC has all the functionality of a conventional DVD player. My Pictures Using My Pi
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8 Setting up your computer Help and support Answers to many of your questions can be found in the help section. To open the Help section: 1 Start up Media Center and then select Settings (by pressing More on your remote or right-clicking the mouse) 2 Select the Help option, then choose what kind of help you need. English
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English 9 Troubleshooting The following are possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer, and each is followed by simple answers and solutions. Q: I pressed the power switch but the system did not boot up. A: Check the LED located around the power switch. If the LED is not lit, no power is being applied to the system. Do any of the following: • Check if the voltage selector switch located on the rear panel of the computer is set to the correct voltage. • Check if you hav
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10 Troubleshooting Q: No sound comes out of the speakers. A: Check the following: • The volume may be muted. Look for the Volume icon on the taskbar. If it is crossed-out, click on the icon and deselect the mute option. You can also press the volume control/mute knob on your USB keyboard to toggle the mute function. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to the line-out jack of your computer, the internal or built-in speakers are automatically turned off. Q: System ca
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English 11 Taking care of your computer Please read the instructions listed in this section. Following these instructions will help you maximize the durability of your computer. Important tips • Do not place other equipement on top of the computer. • Do not block system ventilation. • Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Do not place it near sources of heat, such as a radiator. • Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields. • Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture. • Do no
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12 Taking care of your computer Cleaning and servicing To clean your computer and keyboard 1 Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord. 2 Use a soft cloth moistened with water and gently wipe the exterior of the computer and the keyboard. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. When to contact a service technician • If you drop and damage the computer. • If liquid has been spilled into the computer. • If the computer is not operating normally. Asking for technical assistance For technical
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English 13 Declaration of conformity for EU countries Acer hereby declares that this personal computer is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. 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
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14 This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register, or in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided. 6 This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power company. 7 Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where people will walk on the cord. 8 If an extension cord is used with this produc
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English 15 14 Avoid using a telephone line (other than the cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. Lithium battery statement CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations. Recycle if possible. ADVARSEL! Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning m
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16 Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product. The CD or DVD drive's classification label (content shown below) is located on the drive. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM. APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 PRODUIT LASERATTENTION: RADIATION DU FAISCEAU LASER INVISIBLE EN CAS D’OUVERTURE. EVITTER TOUTE EXPOSITION AUX RAYONS. LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE LASER KLASSE 1 VORSICHT: UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG,
