Prestigio Nobile 1520 Manual de usuario

PRESTIGIO NOBILE 1520

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Prestigio Nobile 1520

User’s Manual

(October 2005)

TRADEMARKS

All brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

NOTE

The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.

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Getting Started

Congratulations on purchasing this computer.

Your computer incorporates desktop computer capabilities into a compact notebook-sized package. It can greatly

enhance your productivity either in the office or at home. And, of course, wherever you need it, the computer is ready

and easy“to go.”

Then,youwill find a section briefly introducingthe externalcomponents of the computer.And thelast sectionnavigates

you to the information you may need after the computer is ready for use.

Getting the Computer Running

This section guides you through the procedures for getting the computer ready for operation.

Unpacking

After unpacking the shipping carton, you should find these standard items:

Notebook computer

Accessories:

AC adapter

AC power cord

Driver CD

Ferrite core(s) - option

Inspect all the items.If any item is damaged or missing,notify your dealer immediately.

Keep the shipping carton and packing materials in case you need to ship or store the computer in the future.

Connecting to AC Power

The computer operates either on the external AC power or internal battery power.It is suggested that you useAC power

when you start up the computer for the very first time.

CAUTION: Use only the AC adapter included with your computer. Using other AC adapters may

damage the computer.

1. Make sure that the computer is turned off.

2. Plug the DC cord of the AC adapter to the power connector on the rear of the computer (1).

3. Plug the female end of the AC power cord to the AC adapter and the male end to an electrical outlet (2).

4.When the AC adapter is connected,power is being supplied from the electricaloutlet to the AC adapter andonto your

computer.Now,you are ready to turn on the computer.

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CAUTION:

When you disconnect the AC adapter, disconnect from the electrical outlet first and then from

the computer. A reverse procedure may damage the AC adapter or the computer.

When unplugging the connector, always hold the plug head. Never pull on the cord.

NOTE: When the AC adapter is connected, it also charges the battery pack.

Opening the Cover

CAUTION: Be gentle when opening and closing the cover. Opening it vigorously or slamming it

shut could damage the computer.

Open the top cover by sliding the cover latch toward the right (1) and lifting up the cover (2).You can tilt the cover

forward or backward for optimal viewing clarity.

Turning On and Off the Computer

Turning On

1.Make sure that the computer is connected to AC power.

2. Press the power button.

3.Each time the computer is turned on, it performs a Power-On Self Test (POST),and the operating system such as

Windows should start.

Turning Off

To turn off the computer power, use the“Shut Down”command of your operating system.

NOTE: There are other ways you can stop the computer so that you will be back to where you

left off when you next turn on the computer.

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CAUTION: If you have to turn the computer on again immediately after turning it off, wait for at

least five seconds. Turning the computer off and on rapidly can damage it.

Taking a Look at the Computer

This section identifies the external components of the computer and briefly describes the function of each component.

NOTE: Depending on the model you purchased, the appearance of your computer may not be

exactly the same as those shown in this manual.

Right-Side Components

Ref Component Description

1 Combo/ DVD Dual Drive Accepts CD/DVD for installing or loading software, accessing data, playing music/

video, and writing data (select models only).

Left-Side Components

Ref Component Description

1 VGA Port Connects an external CRT monitor.

2 S-video Connector Connects an external video device,such as a TV, supporting S-video input.

3 RJ-11 Connector Connects the telephone line.

4 RJ-45 Connector Connects the LAN cable.

5 PC Card Slot Accepts a PC card for additional functions.

Rear Components

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Ref Component Description

1 Kensington Lock Locks the computer to a stationery object for security.

2 Power Connector Connects the AC adapter.

3 USB Ports Each of the two ports connects a USB device, such as a USB disk, floppy disk drive,

printer, digital camera, joystick, and more.

Front Components

Ref Component Description

1 Top Cover Latch Locks the top cover.

2 Mini IEEE 1394a Port Connects an IEEE 1394 device such as a scanner, printer, DVCAM,VCR, and more.

3 USB Port Connects a USB device, such as a USB disk, floppy disk drive, printer, digital camera,

joystick, and more.

4 Microphone Connector Connects an external microphone.

5 S/PDIF Connector S/PDIF Connects a S/PDIF device such as a digital speaker set for digital audio output.

Bottom Components

Ref Component Description

1 Battery Pack Supplies power to your computer when external power is not connected.

2 Hard Disk Drive CompartmentInside is the hard disk drive of your computer.

3 Components Cover Inside are:

Mini PCI slot for using an optional Mini PCI card. Depending on your model, an

internal Mini PCI wireless LAN card may have been pre-installed.

Memory slot for expanding the memory size of your computer.

CPU of your computer.

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Top-open Components

Ref Component Description

1 LCD Screen Displays the output of the computer.

2 Battery Power Indicator Glows green when the computer is using battery power.

Blinks green when the computer, using battery power, is in Standby mode.

3 Battery Charge Indicator Glows green when the battery is fully charged and connected to AC power.

Glows amber when the battery is being charged.

Blinks red when the battery is almost completely discharged.

4 AC Power Indicator Glows green when the computer is turned ON.

Blinks green when the computer is in Standby mode.

5 Stereo Speaker Set Sends out sound and voice from the computer.

6 Keyboard Serves as the data input device of the computer.

7 Touchpad Serves as the pointing device of the computer.It consists of a rectangular pad as

well as left and right buttons.

8 Device Indicators Show the current status of the computer’s devices.

DVD drive in-use indicator

Hard disk drive in-use indicator

Num Lock indicator

Caps Lock indicator

Scroll Lock indicator

Wireless LAN indicator

Card Reader indicator (reserved for future model, your computer does not support

this function)

9 Microphone Reserved for future model, your computer does not support this function.

10 Power Button Turns the computer power ON and OFF.

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Operating Your Computer

This chapter provides information about the use of the computer.

Ifyou are new to computers, reading this chapterwill help you learn the operating basics.If you are already a computer

userbut are new to notebook computers, you may chooseto read only the parts containing information uniqueto your

computer.

Starting and Stopping the Computer

There are a number of ways to start and stop the computer.

Starting the Computer

You always start the computer using the power button.

Acomputer starts up with anoperating system (OS) existing onthe storage device such asthe hard disk and CDdisc. The

computer will automatically load the OS after you turn it on. This process is called booting.

NOTE: An operating system is the platform for all your software application programs to run

on. The most widely used operating system today is Microsoft Windows.

Stopping the Computer

When you finish a working session, you can stop the computer by turning off the power or leaving the computer in

Standby or Hibernation mode:

To stop in this mode... Do this... To start up or resume again

Off Follow the shutdown procedure of your operating Press the power button.

system. This can prevent loss of unsaved data or

damage to your software programs. If the system

is locked up because of hardware or software problems,

press the power button to turn off the computer.

Standby Depending on your settings in Windows, you can place Press any key.

the computer in Standby mode by:

• Closing the display cover

• Pressing the Fn+F12 hot key

• Pressing the power button

Hibernation Depending on your settings in Windows, you can place Press the power button.

the computer in Hibernation mode by:

• Closing the display cover

• Pressing the Fn+F12 hot key

• Pressing the power button

If you choose to stop in Standby or Hibernation mode, you can return to where you left off the next time you start up

thecomputer.

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Using the Keyboard

The keyboard keys consist of four major categories plus an Fn key.

Keys Description

Typewriter Keys Typewriter keys are similar to the keys on a typewriter. Several keys are added, such as the Ctrl, Alt, Esc

and lock keys, for special purposes. When the lock keys are pressed, their corresponding indicators light

up.

Function Keys Function keys (F1 to F12) are multi-purpose keys that perform functions defined by individual

programs.

Fn The Fn key, at the lower left corner of the keyboard, is used with another key to perform the

alternative function of a key. The letter “Fn” and the alternative functions are identified by the color of

blue on the keytop.To perform a desired function, first press and hold Fn, then press the other key. (See

“Hot Keys” for more information).

Cursor-Control Cursor-control keys are generally used for editing purposes. They are Insert, Delete, Home,

Keys End, Page Up, Page Down, Left, Right, Up, and Down arrow keys.

Numeric Keypad A 15-key numeric keypad is embedded in the typewriter keys. When

Num Lock is on, the numeric keys are activated, which means you can

use these keys to enter numerals.

Hot Keys

Hot keys refer to a combination of keys that can be pressed any time to activate special functions of the computer.Most

hot keys operate in a cyclic way.Each time a hot key combination is pressed,it shifts the corresponding function to the

other or next choice.

You can easily identify the hot keys with the icons imprinted on the keytop.The hot keys are described next.

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Key Description

Switches the wireless LAN radio on and off.

NOTE:

This function works only if an optional Mini PCI wireless LAN card is installed.

The FAA (Federal Aviation Agency) has deemed it unsafe to operate wireless devices in aircraft as this

may interfere with flight safety. Remember to turn off wireless LAN when using your computer in the

airplane.

Decreases the sound volume.

Increases the sound volume.

Switches the display output to one of the following when an external device is connected.

Upon booting the system with CRT:

LCD > CRT > LCD & CRT > LCD

NOTE:

When in the full screen DOS mode, or when playing DVD or MPEG file display switching is not allowed.

Also,you cannot use“Graphics Properties”in VGA utility to switch.

This function only applies to Plug & Play display devices.

Decreases the LCD brightness.

Increases the LCD brightness.

Switches the system sound output off (mute) and on.

Switches LCD on and off.

Serves as the sleep button that you can define with Windows’ Power Options.

Euro Symbol

Windows supports the Euro dollar sign, you can press the sign on the US and UK keyboards.

To press the Euro sign on a United States-International keyboard,hold down either of the Alt Gr keys and press 5 (which

has an Euro sign on it).

To press the Euro sign on a United States 101 keyboard,hold down either of the Alt keys and type 0128 on the numeric

keypad of your keyboard.

To press the Euro sign on an UK keyboard,hold down the Alt Gr key and press 4 (which has an Euro sign on it).

Windows Keys

The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions:Windows Logo key and Application key.

The Windows Logo key opens the Start menu and performs software-specific functions when used in combination

with other keys. The Application key usually has the same effect as a right mouse click. (See your Windows manual for

more information.)

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Using the Touchpad

CAUTION: Do not use a sharp object such as a pen on the touchpad. Doing so may damage the

touchpad surface.

NOTE: For optimal performance of the touchpad, keep your fingers and the pads clean and dry.

When tapping on the pad, tap lightly. Do not use excessive force.

The touchpad is a pointing device that allows you to communicate with the computer by controlling the location of

the pointer on the screen and making selection with the buttons.

The touchpad consists of a rectangular pad and a left and right buttons.To use the touchpad,place your forefinger or

thumb on the pad.The rectangular pad acts like a miniature duplicate of your display.As you slide your fingertip across

the pad,the pointer (also called cursor) on the screen moves accordingly.When your finger reaches the edge of the pad,

simply relocate yourself by lifting the finger and placing it on the other side of the pad.

Here are some common terms that you should know when using the touchpad:

Term Action

Point Move your finger on the pad until the cursor points to the selection on the screen.

Click Press and release the left button.

–or–

Tap gently anywhere on the pad.

Double-click Press and release the left button twice in quick succession.

–or–

Tap twice on the pad rapidly.

Drag and drop Press and hold the left button, then move your finger until you reach your destination (drag). Finally,

release the button (drop) when you finish dragging your selection to the destination. The object will

drop into the new location.

–or–

Gently tap twice on the pad and on the second tap, keep your finger in contact with the pad. Then, move

your finger across the pad to drag the selected object to your destination. When you lift your finger

from the pad, the selected object will drop into place.

Scroll To scroll is to move up and down or left and right in the working area on the screen.

To move vertically, place your finger on the right or left edge of the pad and slide your finger up and

down along the edge.To move horizontally, place your finger on the top or bottom edge of the pad and

slide your finger left and right.

This function works only after you install the touchpad driver supplied with the computer and it may

not work for all applications.

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