C720 Chromebook User’s Manual
© 2013. All Rights Reserved. C720 Chromebook User’s Manual Original Issue: 10/2013 Product Registration When using your product for the first time, it is recommended that you immediately register it. This will give you access to some useful benefits, such as: • Faster service from our trained representatives. • Membership in the Acer community: receive promotions and participate in customer surveys. • The latest news from Acer.
Getting started English Table of contents 5 Turn on your Chromebook .......................................................... 5 Select your language settings ..................................................... 5 Connect to a network .................................................................. 5 Accept the Terms of Service .............................................. 5 Sign in to your Google Account................................................... 5 Create a new Google Account................
English Table of contents YouTube ...................................................................................17 Playing video or audio files ........................................................18 Other Supported File Types.......................................................18 Chrome Web Store ...................................................................18 Installing new apps from the Chrome Web Store..............18 Settings 19 Changing the language settings .......................
Turn on your Chromebook On the Chromebook, the power button is located at the upper-right corner of the keyboard. A "connect" screen will appear when the Chromebook first boots up. Select your language settings Use the "Select your language" drop-down list to choose your default language setting. If there is more than one way to type in your language, you may be prompted to select a keyboard input method as well.
English 6 Getting started Create a new Google Account You can create a new Google Account if you don’t already have one. Click Create a Google Account on the right to set up a new account. A Google Account gives you access to useful web services developed by Google, such as Gmail, Google Docs, and Google Calendar. Browse as a guest You can also use the Chromebook without a Google Account by clicking Browse as a Guest on the left.
Now that you are done setting it up, let us show you around your new Acer Chromebook. Front view 1 2 3 # Icon Item Description 1 Webcam Web camera for video communication. A light next to the webcam indicates that the webcam is active. 2 Screen Displays computer output. Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. Battery indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2.
English 8 Your Acer Chromebook tour Keyboard view 1 4 5 2 3 # Icon Item Description 1 Light sensor Detects the ambient light level. 2 Keyboard For entering data into your computer. 3 Touchpad / click button Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. Pressing down anywhere on the pad functions like the left button of a mouse. Pressing down anywhere with two fingers functions like the right button of a mouse.
The computer uses function keys or key combinations to access some hardware and software controls, such as screen brightness and volume. The dedicated function keys each have a specific function.. Icon Function Description Previous Go to the previous page. Next Go to the next page. Reload Reload the current page. Full-screen Open the page in full-screen mode. Next window Switch to the next window. Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness.
English 10 Your Acer Chromebook tour Touchpad The built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor responds as you move your fingers across the surface of the touchpad. Action Gesture Click Press down on any part of the touchpad. Right-click Press the touchpad with two fingertips. Scroll Place two fingers on the touchpad and move them up and down to scroll vertically, left and right to scroll horizontally.
English Right side view 1 # Icon 2 3 Item Description 1 SD™ Accepts Secure Digital (SD™) cards. Note: Push to remove/install the card. The card reader uses one card at a time. 2 USB port card reader Kensington lock slot 3 Connects to USB devices. If a port is black it is USB 2.0 compatible, if it is blue it is also USB 3.0 compatible. Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock.
English 12 Your Acer Chromebook tour Bottom view 1 # Icon 1 Item Description Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output.
Desktop overview Launcher Window controls Status area and settings Window controls Icon Description Icon Description Close a tab Open a new tab Minimize, maximize, or dock the window on the left or right Close the window Back to the previous page Go to the next page Reload the page Search Bookmark Chrome controls English The Chrome OS Desktop
English 14 The Chrome OS Desktop Launcher Icon Description Icon Description Google Chrome Gmail Google Search YouTube Google Drive Apps list Status area and settings Icon Description Icon Description Chrome OS help Shut down Lock screen Settings Battery status Volume control Bluetooth status Wireless network connection Note: Specifications vary. Some icons may not be applicable to your Chromebook.
English Apps Managing apps Installing apps in Chrome OS See "Installing new apps from the Chrome Web Store" on page 18. Removing apps from Chrome OS 1. Click the apps list button ( ). 2. Right-click (click with two fingers) on the app you want to remove. 3. Select Remove from Chrome. Customizing apps pinned to the launcher 1. Click the apps list button ( ). 2. Right-click (click with two fingers) on the app you want to add to the launcher. 3. Select Pin to Launcher.
Apps English 16 2. If this your first time accessing your Google Drive, click on the Google Drive icon to enable access. 3. Once your Google Drive is enabled, select the files that you want to upload. 4. Drag-and-drop the files on to Google Drive.
Enable offline access to Google Drive files 1. In the Apps panel, click on the Files icon, then click on Google Drive. 2. Select the file (s) you want to access offline. 3. Right-click (press with two fingertips or alt-click) to bring up the context sensitive menu and click on Available offline. A check mark will appear to indicate the file is available offline. Gmail Composing an email 1. From the launcher, click on the Gmail icon. 2. Click COMPOSE. 3.
English 18 Apps Playing video or audio files Your Chromebook has a built-in media player to play audio and video files. To play a file, double-click on an audio or video file in your Files app. Media type Supported formats Audio / Video .3gp,.avi, .mov, .mp4, .m4v, .m4a, .mp3, .mkv, .ogv, .ogm, .ogg, .oga, .webm, .wav Other Supported File Types Your Chromebook supports a number of other file formats. File type Supported formats Microsoft Office files .doc, .docx, .ppt, .pptx, .xls, .
Use the settings menu to adjust the various options for your Chromebook. To access the settings menu: 1. Click on the status area in the lower-right corner, where your account picture appears. 2. Click on Settings. 3. To show the advanced settings, scroll to the bottom and click on Show advanced settings. Changing the language settings 1. Click the status area in the lower-right corner, where your account picture appears. 2. Click on Settings. 3. Click on Show advanced settings. 4.
English 20 Settings 6. To enable a language for keyboard input, select the checkbox next to the language after adding it. 7. Click on OK when finished. Changing the clock settings You can change the time format and time zone on your Chromebook. If the date or time is incorrect on your Chromebook, try adjusting the time zone. To change the time zone: 1. Click the status area in the lower-right corner, where your account picture appears. 2. Click on Settings. 3. Click on Show advanced settings. 4.
You can use the Google Cloud Print service to send print requests to your printer. Not all printers are supported. To learn more about Google Cloud Print and how to set up your printer, connect to the Internet to access the more extensive online help from "Online and offline help" on page 22 and then search for Google Cloud Print. Updating Chrome OS Automatic update Each time you turn on your Chromebook, it automatically checks for updates.
English 22 Help Help Online and offline help Additional help is available both online and offline. Help covers basic troubleshooting as well as more detailed information about Chrome OS and using your Chomebook. To access the help pages: 1. Click the status area in the lower-right corner where your account picture appears. 2. Click on the question mark . Note: If you are connected to the Internet, the more extensive online help will automatically open. Otherwise, the offline help will open.
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.
English 24 • • • • • Information for your safety and comfort product falls, it could be seriously damaged. Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.
• • Warning! The grounding pin is a safety feature. Using a power outlet that is not properly grounded may result in electric shock and/or injury. Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with the performance of this product. • The system can be powered using a wide range of voltages: 100 to 120 or 220 to 240 V AC.
English 26 • • • • • Information for your safety and comfort Liquid was spilled into the product. The product was exposed to rain or water. The product has been dropped or the case has been damaged. The product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service. The product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions.
Do not dispose of batteries in a fire as they may explode. Batteries may also explode if damaged. Dispose of batteries according to local regulations. Please recycle when possible. Do not dispose as household waste. Wireless devices may be susceptible to interference from the battery, which could affect performance. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Replace the battery with the same type as that which came bundled with your product.
English 28 Information for your safety and comfort should not hold the device to the ear with the hearing aid. Do not place credit cards or other magnetic storage media near the device, because information stored on them may be erased. Medical devices Operation of any radio transmitting equipment, including wireless phones, may interfere with the functionality of inadequately protected medical devices.
Potentially explosive environments Switch off your device when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions. Potentially explosive atmospheres include areas where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. Switch off the device at refueling points such as near gas pumps at service stations.
English 30 Information for your safety and comfort ENERGY STAR Acer's ENERGY STAR qualified products save your money by reducing energy cost and protecting the environment without sacrificing features or performance. Acer is proud to offer our customers products with the ENERGY STAR mark. What is ENERGY STAR? Products that are ENERGY STAR qualified use less energy and prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
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.
English 32 • • Information for your safety and comfort Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to a comfortable level for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity.
FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This device generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
English 34 Regulations and safety notices Operation conditions This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Notice: Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors. This product complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use. Depending on configurations, this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices (such as wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth modules). Below information is for products with such devices.
English 36 Regulations and safety notices The FCC RF safety requirement The radiated output power of the wireless LAN Mini PCI Card and Bluetooth card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the notebook PC series shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized as follows: 1. This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency range.
