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JB_A52.book Page ii Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Copyright Copyright 2007 by BenQ Corporation. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language or computer language, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of this company.
JB_A52.book Page iii Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Table of contents Overview...............................................................................................1 About this book ............................................................................. 1 Typographics.................................................................................. 1 Getting started......................................................................................2 Package contents.................
JB_A52.book Page iv Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Safety information about the battery............................................ 36 Safety information about the AC adapter .................................... 36 Safety information about the modem .......................................... 37 Caution..................................................................................... 37 Disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment by users in private households in the European Union. .....
JB_A52.book Page 1 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Overview About this book Typographics This book provides you the main information about various components in your Joybook and demonstrates how to use them. The following are the major chapters of this book. The usage of notes, tips and warnings is specifically for different purposes, which are described as follows. Chapter title Overview Getting started Description Introduction to this book. Information about beginning to use your Joybook.
JB_A52.book Page 2 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Getting started Depending on the model of your Joybook, the appearance may be different from the illustrations shown in this manual. Package contents 2. Connecting the power The battery pack is shipped with low charge from the factory. Connect to the power source and start to charge your battery. You can still use your Joybook while the battery is charging.
JB_A52.book Page 3 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM • Power systems and plug types may vary depending on your country/ region. 4. Performing initial setup • When the battery is charging, the battery indicator appears in amber. When the battery is fully charged, the light goes off. • The battery pack is shipped with low charge from the factory. • For details about the colors and meanings of the indicators, refer to "Indicators" on page 11. 3.
JB_A52.book Page 4 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Expanding the capabilities of your Joybook 4 Connect an external display device (such as a monitor or projector) to the 15-pin D-sub video socket of your Joybook. Access local area network (LAN) by connecting a network cable to the LAN port of your Joybook. Connect a telephone line to the modem port of your Joybook and dial-up to the Internet or send a fax.
JB_A52.book Page 5 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Use the optical drive to access data on various kinds of discs and enjoy movies or music. Connect a microphone to the microphone socket to record sounds. Connect an earphone to the audio output socket to output sounds. Connect USB peripherals to the USB ports of your Joybook.
JB_A52.book Page 6 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Touring your Joybook Depending on the model of your Joybook, the appearance may be different from the illustrations shown in this manual. Front view (1) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) panel (2) Power button Turns your Joybook on or off. Refer to "Indicators" on page 11 for details about the Power button indicator. (3) Keyboard (4) Indicators Refer to "Indicators" on page 11 for details.
JB_A52.book Page 7 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Left side view (1) Modem port (RJ-11 connector) Accepts an analog telephone line for use with the internal modem. • To reduce the risk of fire, ensure that your phone cable is of adequate capacity and approved for use with your local telecommunications supplier. • This is the only telecommunications modem port on the Joybook. Please be careful to avoid plugging a narrow RJ-11 phone cable into the similar looking but wider RJ-45 LAN port adjacent.
JB_A52.book Page 8 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Right side view (1) DVD/CD-RW Combo/DVD Super-Multi drive (available on selected models) The type of the optical drive varies by model, and the support of disc types depends on the optical drive that comes with your Joybook. Supports multi-functional optical module for reading music CDs, VCDs and DVDs or burning CD-R/CD-RW or DVD+R/DVD-R/DVD+RW/ DVD-RW/DVD-RAM (optional) discs.
JB_A52.book Page 9 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Bottom view (1) Battery retainer B Secures the battery in place. (2) Battery pack Supplies power to Joybook when external power is not connected. (4) Speakers (5) MiniCard and memory expansion slot cover Inside the cover, you can find the memory slot of Joybook. There is also a MiniCard slot for using an optional MiniCard.
JB_A52.book Page 10 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Rear view (1) Power socket For connecting AC power supply to power the Joybook and charge the battery. (2) USB port For connecting peripherals such as mice, digital cameras and MP3 players that use the USB 2.0 interface. 10 Touring your Joybook (3) 15-pin D-sub video socket For connecting external display devices, such as monitors and projectors.
JB_A52.book Page 11 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Indicators (1) System status indicator Power button indicator • When the system is on, it lights up in green. • When the system is on, it lights up in blue. • When the system is in Suspend mode, it flashes in green. • When the system is off or in Standby/Hibernation, the light goes off. • When the battery is running low, it lights up in amber. (2) Battery indicator • When the battery is charging, it lights up in amber.
JB_A52.book Page 12 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Getting started with Windows Vista Depending on your purchased model, your Joybook may come preinstalled with the latest Microsoft operating system: Windows Vista™ Home Basic. When you first set up your Joybook, you may want to find information about the following topics. Refer to the user manual that is supplied with your operating system, or search from Help and Support in the Start menu.
JB_A52.book Page 13 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM The Start menu power button may look different according to your settings Using Windows Mobility Center Appearances Functions Puts your Joybook into sleep. Windows Mobility Center is a convenient location where you can quickly access your Joybook’s settings, such as brightness, volume, battery status, and wireless network, etc. Shuts down your Joybook.
JB_A52.book Page 14 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Using your Joybook Using the touchpad Function Select Execute Drag Right touchpad Touchpad button Tap once. Tap twice quickly. Tap twice quickly and hold the item, and then move your finger on the touchpad to drag. Click once. The touchpad with its buttons is a pointing device that functions as an optional external mouse, which can perform navigation, scrolling and selection functions. The components of the touchpad are described as follows.
JB_A52.book Page 15 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Using the keyboard Function hotkeys You can use the function hotkeys to access commonly used functions or make quick settings. To use the hotkeys, press and hold the (Function) key at the lower left corner of the keyboard, and then press the desired hotkey. The appearance of the keyboard legend may vary depending on the country/region of your purchase. + + + Activates or deactivates the speakers.
JB_A52.book Page 16 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Windows keys and lock keys + Tab Windows key Functionally equivalent to clicking the Start button on the Windows desktop. Press and hold the Windows key, and then press Tab to switch between windows. +E Opens the Computer window for browsing disks and files. +M 16 Using your Joybook Minimizes all windows. Shift + +R Caps Lock +M Cancels minimization of all windows. Activates the Run dialogue box. Capitalizes all text entered.
JB_A52.book Page 17 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Using built-in wireless connectivity (available on selected models) With the built-in wireless connectivity of your Joybook, you can access other wireless network enabled devices (such as Access Point network stations, Notebook computers, Personal Digital Assistants, or digital projectors) wirelessly without the constraints of network cables. 5. Click Wireless in the Show list. A list of available wireless networks will be displayed.
JB_A52.book Page 18 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Using BIOS setup BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) is a layer of software, called firmware, that translates instructions from other layers of software into instructions that Joybook hardware can understand. The BIOS settings are needed by Joybook to identify the types of installed devices and establish special features. To run BIOS setup, press the key immediately when the BenQ logo appears on the screen during system startup.
JB_A52.book Page 19 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Navigating the BIOS setup screen • Frame Buffer Size: allows you to adjust the size of the video memory in Keyboard information can be found at the bottom of the screen. A brief description of keyboard usage is listed below: If you are not familiar with the items in Advanced Configuration menu, you are advised to keep the default. Key Left and right arrow keys (, ) Up and down arrow keys ( , ) Enter Function Selects a menu title.
JB_A52.book Page 20 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Exit menu The Exit menu displays ways of exiting BIOS setup. After finished with your settings, you must save and exit so that the new settings can take effect. • Exit Saving Changes: saves the changes you have made and exits BIOS setup. After finishing with your settings, you must save and exit so that the new settings can take effect. • Exit Discarding Changes: exits BIOS setup without saving the changes you have made.
JB_A52.book Page 21 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Recovering your system System recovery is a data destructive process. You should backup all data and applications prior to restoring. Please make sure your system is connected to AC Power before continuing. The system recovery methods listed below are only available when your Joybook comes pre-installed with a Windows operating system.
JB_A52.book Page 22 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Recovering your backup files: a. To browse your existing backup files or folders, and recover them to the drive you selected, click Recover Backup Files to proceed. Recovering your system using the supplied discs To recover your system using the “Operating System Disc” and “Drivers and Applications” discs, follow the procedure and instructions below carefully.
JB_A52.book Page 23 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM When you finish reinstalling the operating system, be sure to remove the “Operating System Disc” from your optical drive. 10.Restart your Joybook. To make Joybook operate properly, it requires the reinstallation of the drivers and software programs located on the “Drivers and Applications” discs, which would have been erased from your Joybook when the C: drive was formatted.
JB_A52.book Page 24 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Connecting to external display devices Connecting to a VGA display device You can output Joybook’s video signal to an external display device, such as a projector or monitor. Once the VGA cable is connected properly, simultaneous display will be available on your Joybook and the external display device automatically.
JB_A52.book Page 25 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Installing additional memory You can replace the existing memory module with a higher-capacity one. Before you upgrade or replace memory, please check on the BenQ web site to determine the module which can be used, or contact BenQ distributor or customer service center. It is recommended that you take your Joybook to the BenQ distributor or customer service center for the upgrade or memory replacement. 1. Shut down your Joybook completely.
JB_A52.book Page 26 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM 3. Slide the battery retainer A to the unlock position (1) and, while still holding the retainer, pull the battery away from its compartment (2). Battery retainer A 4. The memory cover is secured with 2 screws. Use a screwdriver to remove these screws. 5. Open the cover.
memory.fm Page 27 Wednesday, February 14, 2007 2:40 PM 7. Gently push the free edge downwards until the module locks into place. 9. Use a screwdriver to secure it with the screws. If the memory module is not installed properly, your Joybook may not boot properly. 10.Place the battery on its original position (1) and then slide the battery retainer B to the to the lock position (2). Connect the AC adapter. When you start Joybook, it will automatically test and configure the new memory.
JB_A52.book Page 28 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM FAQ and troubleshooting The following are descriptions of situations that you may encounter during use of the Joybook, along with basic troubleshooting steps. If you are not able to resolve the issue, immediately contact a BenQ service center for assistance.
JB_A52.book Page 29 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM What should I do if the battery gets hot in my Joybook? Take the battery out and let it cool down. If the problem persists once it is inserted back into the Joybook, the battery could be defective and it may need to be replaced. Joybook will not start up, even though the Power button was pressed. Check the power indicator.
JB_A52.book Page 30 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM System How should I resolve the “Low on Disk Space” or “Out of Disk Space” error messages. Windows uses disk space for operations such as caching and virtual memory. The Joybook may not run reliably if the hard drive’s free disk space drops under 100MB or 200 MB. The following instructions will help you free up the disk space. 1. 2. 3. 4. Click Start and then Computer. Right-click the hard drive icon and then select Properties.
JB_A52.book Page 31 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM 1. Click the Start button and then select Computer. 2. Right-click the hard drive’s icon and select Properties. 3. Click the Tools tab and then the Check Now button. 4. Check all check boxes in the dialog that follows. 5. Click Start. 6. Restart the computer. It may take a long time to complete. To run Disk Defragmentation in Windows Vista: 1. 2. 3. 4. Close all running software programs. Right-click the hard drive’s icon and select Properties.
JB_A52.book Page 32 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM DVD movies will not play. I hear noise when connecting an earphone to Joybook. The region code of the DVD inserted must match that of the DVD playback software used. This region code can be set up to five times. If you have not reached this limit, a prompt will appear that will allow you to change the region code of the software to match that of the move.
JB_A52.book Page 33 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Should I drain the battery of my Joybook every time before charging to retain its capacity? No. Your Joybook comes with an Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery pack. This is one of the newest cell types available. It is also the lightest battery type currently available on a commercial basis and can provide more power than other main cell types.
JB_A52.book Page 34 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Information on cleaning and battery maintenance 34 Battery maintenance Cleaning your Joybook 1. Fully charge/discharge battery up to 4 cycles before achieving full capacity of a new battery. 2. Fully discharge and then fully charge the battery every two to three weeks for battery conditions. 3.
JB_A52.book Page 35 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Service and support BenQ Joybook Global Online Service Joybook online registration Welcome to BenQ Joybook Global Online Service (http://Support.BenQ.com). In order to ensure you an enjoyable experience with your Joybook, the following supports are provided so you can get assisted whenever and wherever you are.
JB_A52.book Page 36 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Appendix General safety information Safety information about the battery When setting up or operating your Joybook, please pay special attention to the following: Caution: There is a high risk of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the battery equipment manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to battery manufacturer’s instructions. 1.
JB_A52.book Page 37 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Safety information about the modem Declaration of Conformity Caution For the following equipment: Never connect telephone wiring during a lightning storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. Disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment by users in private households in the European Union. This symbol on the product or on the packaging indicates that this can not be disposed of as household waste.
JB_A52.book Page 38 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Safety instructions for Poland, Romania, Slovenia, Bulgaria, Latvia, and Croatia Polski Slovensko 1. Należy upewnić się, że zastosowano się do wszystkich instrukcji i ostrzeżeń dotyczących systemu. 2. Nie należy umieszczać komputera w miejscach oddziaływania silnych pól magnetycznych. 3. Ostrzeżenie: Nieprawidłowa wymiana baterii może spowodować jej wybuch.
JB_A52.book Page 39 Monday, February 12, 2007 10:44 AM Latviski 1. Sekojiet visām sistēmai atbilstošajām norādēm un brīdinājumiem. 2. Nenovietojiet datoru tuvu spēcīgiem magnētiskajiem laukiem. 3. Nepareizi nomainīts akumulators var uzsprāgt. Mainiet akumulatoru tikai pret tādu pašu vai līdzvērtīgu ražotāja ieteiktu akumulatoru. Utilizējiet izlietotos akumulatorus saskaņā ar ražotāja norādēm. 4. Pievienojiet adapteri atbilstošai strāvas padevei.
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