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CONTENTS Introduction Safety instructions Important safety instructions Start-up guide Getting to know your laptop Unpacking the device Installation Charging and using the built-in lithium battery Turning your MFC100GB on and off Using the Touch Pad Desktop icons PDFReader USB connection Internet connection Internet Security Email application SD card reader Resetting the system Troubleshooting Specifications Maintenance Warranty EC Declaration of conformity 2 3 3 4 6 8 8 9 10 11 11 17 17 18 19 20 20 21 21
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
8. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 9. To avoid overheating, do not leave the product in a non-ventilated space (e.g.: a schoolbag) when it is turned on. 10. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 11. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.
3 Press the power button to turn on your laptop. 4 Windows® CE starts automatically and after a few seconds, the desktop is displayed on screen. For detailed information about how to use the basic functions of Microsoft® Windows® CE, use the integrated help function: 1. Click on “Start”, then “Help” and click on “Windows CE Basics”. 2. Browse through the topics available to learn how to use Windows® CE.
5 Use the Touch Pad or a mouse (not included) to double-click on the desired icons and launch the applications (for detailed information about the Touch Pad, refer to the “Using the Touch Pad” section, p.11). GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 1 2 3 4 5 Num Lock ESC Insert Del _ - £ ` { [ Tab Caps lock 3 < | \ > ~ # } ] @ 6 Enter ? Pgup Alt Gr Home Pgdn End 7 8 1. LCD screen 2. Battery charge indicator (red): lights up steadily when the AC adapter is plugged. 3.
Left side 3 2 1 1. SD card reader: supports SD card up to 2GB. 2. Headphone Jack: the headphone jack (3.5 mm diameter) is where you connect the headphones or external speakers. 3. Microphone jack: the microphone jack (3.5 mm diameter) is where you connect a microphone. Right side 1. Kensington lock: anti-theft system. 1 Back side 1 2 3 4 1. DC IN 9.8V : the AC adaptor connects to this socket. Use only the AC adaptor supplied with the laptop. Using the wrong adaptor can damage the product. 2.
1 Num Lock ESC Del _ - £ ` { [ Tab Enter 3 < | \ > ~ # } ] @ Caps lock ? Pgup Alt Gr 2 Insert 3 4 5 Home Pgdn End 6 1. Function keys 2. Control keys 3. Windows “Start” menu key : press this key to open the Windows “Start” menu. 4. “Context” key : this key has the same function as the right mouse button. 5. Alt keys 6.
Power connection Use the AC/DC adapter (AC 100V- 240V~ 50/60Hz) provided with the unit to connect the computer to a main socket. Note: • Only use the unit in combination with the adapter supplied. Do not use a different adapter to power the computer. • Whenever possible, keep the AC adapter plugged into the laptop and an electrical outlet to recharge the battery. • Never turn off or reset your Lexibook Laptop while the hard disk is in use, doing so can result in loss or destruction of your data.
2. Double-click the “Power” option to open the power configuration dialogue box and check the remaining power. Note: • the unit will automatically shut down a few minutes after a battery warning message has been displayed. • when the Lexibook Laptop is connected to an AC outlet, you can also double-click the battery icon in the task bar on the lower right corner of the screen to open the power configuration dialogue box. The lithium battery is intended to use only with this laptop.
USING THE TOUCH PAD The Touch Pad is a rectangular electronic panel located just below your keyboard. To use the Touch Pad, simply touch and move your finger tip across it in the direction you want the cursor to go. The button located below the Touch Pad can be used like the left and right buttons on a mouse. NOTE: You can also tap the Touch Pad to perform functions similar to those of the left button. • Click: Tap the Touch Pad once. • Double click: Tap twice.
• The “SDCard” drive icon appears when you insert a SD card into the corresponding slot of the laptop. Double-click the icon to display the files stored on the SD card (refer to the “SD Card Reader” section p. 19). Note: For detailed information about the navigation with Windows Explorer, press the F1 button while the application is running to display an onscreen help menu. Double-click this icon to launch the Internet Explorer application. This famous web browser allows you to surf the internet.
My Homework Double-click this icon to open the “My homework” folder. This folder has been specially designed to save the presentations, tables and essays files created with the “Presentation”, “Table” and “Word processor” applications. Note: For detailed information about the “Presentation”, “Table” and “Word processor” applications, refer to the corresponding sections, p.15 and p.16. My Music Double-click this icon to open the “My Music” folder. This folder has been specially designed to save audio files.
My Pictures Double-click this icon to open the “My Pictures” folder. This folder has been specially designed to save the picture files. To view picture files stored in the “My Pictures” folder 1. Double-click the “My Pictures” icon. The contents of the folder will be displayed. 2. Double-click the desired picture file to view it with the “Image Viewer” application. My Videos Double-click this icon to open the “My Videos” folder. This folder has been specially designed to save the video files.
Word Processor Double-click this icon to launch the “TextMaker” application. This reliable and friendly word processor is perfect for writing clear, direct, and interesting essays. When launching the “TextMaker” application, a registration dialog box is displayed on-screen. You can choose to register the program or skip the registration process. After you have started the program for the third time, you will be able to tick the “Do not show this dialog box again” option.
Table Double-click this icon to launch the “PlanMaker” application. “PlanMaker” is a spreadsheet program that allows you to create easily elaborate worksheets. When launching the “PlanMaker” application, a registration dialog box is displayed on-screen. You can choose to register the program or skip the registration process. After you have started the program for the third time, you will be able to tick the “Do not show this dialog box again” option.
Translator Double-click this icon to launch the “Translator” application. The Lexibook Laptop integrated translator software has been designed to help you translate words in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian and Portuguese. To perform a translation 1. Double-click the “Translator” icon. 2. Select the source language (the language you wish to translate from) and the target language (the language you wish to translate to) from the drop-down menus. 3. Enter a word.
To remove the USB key safely: 1. Click “Start”, then select “Settings” and click “Control Panel”. 2. Double-click the “StorageManager” icon, then select the USB drive in the “Store Info” drop-down menu. 3. Click on dismount. The “USBDisk” icon disappears and the USB key can be removed safely. INTERNET CONNECTION Use the Ethernet port on the back side of the unit to plug an Ethernet cable (not included) and connect the laptop to internet. 18 MFC100GB.
To set up your connection, use the integrated “Help” menu: 1. Click “Start”, then select “Help”. 2. Click “Network” to display a list of help topics and follow the indications on screen to configure your internet connection. Note: it is also recommended to refer to the information from your Internet service provider and the instructions supplied with the network device in use. INTERNET SECURITY To access the internet security management menu 1. Double-click the “Internet Security” icon on the desktop. 2.
EMAIL APPLICATION The Lexibook Laptop includes the “Inbox” email application software that allows you to send and receive emails easily. To configure the “Inbox” email application: 1. Click “Start”, then select “Programs” and click “Inbox” to launch the application. 2. Click the “?” displayed on the upper right corner of the window to open the “Inbox Help” dialog box. 3. Click the “Connecting to a Mail Server” topic and follow the instructions on screen to set up a mail service.
3. Push the card in and release it to pop the card out slightly. Grasp the card and remove it carefully from the card reader. RESETTING THE SYSTEM To reset the system, or “reboot,” press the “Reset” button located under the unit. You can use this button when you encounter hardware or software problems, which lock up the Lexibook Laptop. WARNING: Mal-function or loss of memory may be caused by strong frequency interference or electrostatic discharge.
Short service time of battery • Make sure the battery is fully charged. • Make sure the battery is not used for an excessive long time after being fully charged. • Recharge the battery before using it again. • Due to the battery’s chemical properties, it’s normal that after frequent use, the battery’s service time shortens. • Any further questions, please contact the nearest service center.
MAINTENANCE To prevent fire or shock hazard, disconnect your unit from the AC power source when cleaning. The finish on your unit may be cleaned with a dust cloth and cared for as other furniture. Use a soft, clean cloth moistened with plain, lukewarm water to clean the exterior of the unit. Use caution when cleaning and wiping the plastic parts. Mild soap and a damp cloth may be used on the front panel. LCD Care LCD screens are delicate devices that need careful handling.
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Lexibook® S.A. 2, avenue de Scandinavie 91953 Courtaboeuf Cédex – France Declare under our sole responsibility that the following product: Kind of product: Personal computer Type designation: MFC100GB Complies with both the EMC Directive (2004/108/EC) and the Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/ EC) and R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC) issued by the Commission of the European Community. Julian Chung QA manager 24 MFC100GB.