Acer 3260 4853 TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN
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- Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 1
TravelMate 3270/3260/2480 Series User's Guide - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 2
All Rights Reserved. TravelMate 3270/3260/2480 Series User's Guide Original Issue: 11/2006 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 - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 3
the dummy for use when no PCMCIA or Express Card is installed in the slot. CAUTION for Listening To protect your hearing, follow these instructions. • Increase the volume gradually until you can hear clearly and comfortably. • Do not increase the volume level after your ears have adjusted. • Do not - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 4
iv Warnings • Do not use this product near water. • Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the 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. - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 5
• 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 Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 6
telephone lines from the equipment when not in use and/or before servicing. • To avoid the remote risk of electric shock from lightning, of data files or messages may be delayed until such a connection is available. Ensure that the above separation distance instructions are followed until - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 7
with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions. Potentially explosive atmospheres include areas where you would normally off the device at refueling points such as near gas pumps at service stations. Observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 8
out through your mobile phone or other telephone call system. Disposal instructions Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://global.acer.com/about/sustainability.htm Mercury advisory For projectors or electronic - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 9
minutes of user inactivity. • Wake the computer from Sleep mode by pushing power button. • More power management settings can be done through Acer ePower Management. Tips and information for comfortable use Computer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use. Users are also at - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 10
x Finding your comfort zone Find your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor, using a footrest, or raising your sitting height to achieve maximum comfort. Observe the following tips: • refrain from staying too long in one fixed posture • avoid slouching forward and/or leaning - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 11
breaks regularly, and do some stretching exercises. Note: For more information, please refer to "Regulations and safety notices" on page 76 in the AcerSystem User's Guide. - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 12
is not installed on your computer, clicking on AcerSystem User's Guide will run the Adobe Reader setup program first. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation. For instructions on how to use Adobe Reader, access the Help and Support menu. Basic care and tips for using your - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 13
xiii To turn the power off, do any of the following: • Use the Windows shutdown command Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off. • Use the power button You can also shut down the computer by closing the display cover, or by pressing the sleep hotkey + . Note: If you cannot - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 14
Do not tamper with batteries. Keep them away from children. • Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations. Recycle if possible. Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off the computer and remove the battery pack. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter. 3 Use - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 15
xii Your guides xii Basic care and tips for using your computer xii Turning your computer on and off xii Taking care of your computer xiii Taking care of your AC adapter xiii Taking care of your battery pack xiv Cleaning and servicing xiv Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 16
to your notebook 39 Using the phone 41 Using the system utilities 42 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 42 Launch Manager 43 Norton Internet Security 44 Frequently asked questions 45 Requesting service 48 International Travelers Warranty (ITW) 48 Before you call 48 Battery - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 17
Settings 57 Album 58 Editing Pictures 58 Slide Show settings 58 Video 59 Playing a video file 59 Snapshot 59 Editing video 59 Music 60 Make DVDs 60 Authoring CD/DVDs 60 Acer Arcade Deluxe (for selected models) 62 62 Remote control (for selected models) 63 Remote functions - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 18
disk-to-disk recovery 77 Password 77 Using software 78 Playing DVD movies 78 Acer eRecovery Management 79 Create backup 79 Burn backup disc 80 Restore and recovery 80 Troubleshooting 81 Troubleshooting tips 81 Error messages 81 Regulations and safety notices 83 FCC notice 83 - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 19
the Empowering Technology toolbar and select "Password Setup" to do so. If you have not initialized the Empowering Technology password and run Acer eLock Management or Acer eRecovery Management, you will be asked to create it. Note: If you lose the Empowering Technology password, there is no way to - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 20
eNet Management automatically detects the best settings for a new location, while offering you the option to manually adjust the settings to match your needs. Acer eNet Management can save network settings for a location to a profile, and automatically switch to the appropriate profile when you move - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 21
3 DNS settings, wireless AP details, etc.), as well as default printer settings. Security and safety concerns mean that Acer eNet Management does not store username and password information. Empowering Technology - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 22
Technology program group in Start menu, or right-click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select "Acer ePower Management". Using power plans Acer ePower Management comes with three predefined power plans: Balanced, High performance and Power saver. You can also create customized - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 23
5 Empowering Technology 3 Click "Apply" to save your new settings. To delete a power plan: You cannot delete the power plan you are currently using. If you want to delete the active power plan, switch to another one first. 1 Select the power plan you wish to delete from the drop-down list. 2 - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 24
display setting. Note: If the restored resolution is not correct after disconnecting a projector, or you need to use an external resolution that is not supported by Acer ePresentation Management, adjust your display settings using Display Properties or the utility provided by the graphics vendor. - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 25
integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick data encryption/decryption and also supports on-the-fly file encryption for Lotus Notes and Microsoft Outlook. The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you for a supervisor password and default encryption password - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 26
drives, and any other removable storage devices that can be mounted as a file system when plugged into the system. • Optical Drive Devices - includes any • Floppy Drive Devices - 3.5-inch floppy drives only. To use Acer eLock Management, the Empowering Technology password must be set first. Once set - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 27
Empowering Technology 9 - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 28
restore from previously created backups or reinstall applications and drivers. By default, user-created backups are stored to the D:\ drive. Acer eRecovery Management provides you with: • Password protection (Empowering Technology password) • Full and incremental backups to hard disk or optical disc - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 29
Empowering Technology 11 For more information, please refer to "Acer eRecovery Management" on page 79 in the AcerSystem User's Guide. Note: If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD, please use Acer eRecovery Management's "System backup to optical disc" feature to burn a backup - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 30
Empowering Technology 12 Acer eSettings Management Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications, set BIOS passwords and modify boot options. Acer eSettings Management also: • Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigation. • Prints and saves hardware - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 31
-specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device (if applicable), sharing folders overview/sharing service on or off, and a shortcut to the Acer user guide, drivers and utilities. To launch Windows Mobility Center: • Use the shortcut key < > + • Start Windows Mobility Center from the Control panel - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 32
notebook tour After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters... poster, let us show you around your new Acer notebook. Front view # Item Description 1 Built-in camera 1.3 megapixel/310,000 pixel web camera for video communication. (for selected models) 2 Display screen - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 33
6 Palmrest 7 Touchpad 8 Click buttons (left, center and right) 9 Microphone 10 Power button Description For entering data into your computer. Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer. Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. The left and right - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 34
English 16 # Icon Item 9 Line-in jack Left view Description Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD player, stereo walkman). # Icon Item Description 1 External display Connects to a display device (e.g., external (VGA) port monitor, LCD projector). 2 Ventilation slots Enable the - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 35
17 Right view English # Icon 1 2 3 4 5 6 Item Optical drive Optical disk access indicator Optical drive eject button Emergency eject hole Modem (RJ11) port DC-in jack Description Internal optical drive; accepts CDs or DVDs (slot-load or tray-load depending on model). Lights up when the optical - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 36
computer security lock. 2 USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 3 Battery Powers the computer. 4 124-pin Acer Connects to Acer ezDock (for selected ezDock connector models). 5 Ethernet (RJ-45) Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000- port based network - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 37
19 Base view English # Item Description 1 Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. 2 Cooling fan Helps keep the computer cool. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. 3 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. 4 Battery bay Houses the computer's - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 38
MHz FSB) (for TravelMate 3260) • Mobile Intel® 945GM/PM Express chipset • Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG network connection (dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/g) or Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945BG network connection (dual-mode 802.11 b/g)Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ solution, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 39
Acer CrystalBrite™ TFT LCD, 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, supporting simultaneous multiwindow viewing on dual displays via Acer GridVista shared system memory, supporting Microsoft® DirectX® 9.0, dual independent display (for TravelMate 2480) • Dual independent displays supported (for selected models - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 40
802.11b/g) Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ solution, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology • Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ solution, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology (for TravelMate 2480) WPAN: Bluetooth® 2.0+EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) Acer Video Conference featuring Voice and Video - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 41
I/O interface Security 23 • 124-pin Acer ezDock port (for selected models) • PC Card slot (one Type II) • (VGA) port • S-video/TV-out (NTSC/PAL) port • Headphones/speaker/line-out jack with S/PDIF support • Microphone-in jack • Line-in jack • Ethernet (RJ-45) port • Modem (RJ-11) port • DC- - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 42
Note: Software listed above is for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased. • Acer ezDock / Acer ezDock Lite (for selected models) • Acer Bluetooth® VoIP phone • 9-cell Li-ion battery pack • 6-cell Li-ion 2nd battery pack • 90 W AC adapter (for selected - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 43
English 25 System compliance Warranty • ACPI • DMI 2.0 • Mobile PC 2002 • Wi-Fi® One-year International Travelers Warranty (ITW) Note: The specifications listed above are for reference only. The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased. Warning! For safety reasons, do not - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 44
26 Indicators The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators: English The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed up. Icon Function Caps Lock Description Lights up when Caps Lock is activated. Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is activated. HDD - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 45
located easy-launch buttons. They are: mail, Web browser, Empowering Key < > and one user-programmable button. Press < > to run the Acer Empowering Technology. Please see "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 1. The mail and Web browser buttons are pre-set to email and Internet programs, but can be - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 46
the cursor responds as you move your finger across the surface of the touchpad. The central location on the palmrest provides optimum comfort and support. Touchpad basics The following items show you how to use the touchpad: • Move your finger across the touchpad (2) to move the cursor. • Press the - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 47
English 29 Function Left button (1) Right button (4) Main touchpad (2) Center button (3) Execute Quickly click twice. Tap twice (at the same speed as double-clicking a mouse button). Select Click once. Tap once. Drag Click and hold, then use finger on the touchpad to drag the cursor. - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 48
English 30 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys. Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off. Lock key Caps Lock Num Lock + - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 49
provide a variety of functions: < > : Open or close the Start menu < > + : Display the desktop < > + : Open Windows Explore < > + : Search for a file or folder < > + : Cycle through Sidebar gadgets < > + : Lock your computer (if you are connected to a network domain), or switch - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 50
> key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination. Hotkey Icon + Function Hotkey help + Acer eSettings + Acer ePower Management + + Sleep Display toggle + Screen blank Description Displays help on hotkeys. Launches - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 51
33 English Hotkey Icon + + + Function Touchpad toggle Speaker toggle Volume up Description Turns the internal touchpad on and off. Turns the speakers on and off. Increases the sound volume. + Volume down Decreases the sound volume. + + - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 52
the keyboard, or hold and then press the key at the upper-center of the keyboard. Note: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. Please refer to www.microsoft.com/typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information. The US dollar sign 1 Open a text editor or word - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 53
English 35 Ejecting the optical (CD or DVD) drive tray Press the drive eject button to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is on. Insert a paper clip to the emergency eject hole to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is off. Using a computer security lock The notebook comes - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 54
English 36 Audio The computer comes with 32-bit Intel High-Definition audio, and built-in stereo speakers. Adjusting the volume Use hotkeys to easily adjust the volume on your computer. See "Hotkeys" on page 32 for more information on adjusting the speaker volume. - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 55
VoIP Phone Getting to know your VoIP phone Package contents Check the following items in your Bluetooth VoIP phone package: 1. Acer Bluetooth VoIP phone 2. Quick guide Contact your retailer immediately if any of the items is damaged or missing. Layout 1 PC Card (PCMCIA) interface connector 2 Speaker - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 56
English 38 LED indicators LED Color Bluetooth Blue connection/ pairing indicator Charge/Power indicator Amber Status Description Blinking fast The phone is in pairing mode. Blinking slow The phone is linking with the notebook. Off The phone is not paired or linked with the notebook - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 57
to put the phone in "pair-link mode". The phone beeps, and the connection/pairing and charge/power LEDs flash alternately. 3. Right-click the Acer VCM icon on the taskbar, then select Bluetooth Headset Connection Center... from the pop-up menu. If you have not paired any Bluetooth headset devices - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 58
English 40 Note: Click Rescan if the Acer Bluetooth VoIP Phone does not appear on the list. After pairing, Acer VCM automatically connects the phone to the notebook each time you turn the phone on. There is no need to connect the phone again. - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 59
mode. When you receive an Internet call from your Instant Messaging service (i.e. MSN® Messenger, Skype), press the Bluetooth connection/pairing button is linked to the notebook. Every time you turn the phone on, Acer VCM automatically links it to the notebook. When linked, the Bluetooth connection/ - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 60
click the check box Extend the desktop onto this monitor. Finally, click Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to complete the process. Acer GridVista offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on the same screen. To access this function, please go to Start - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 61
English 43 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the taskbar. 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid. 3 Enjoy the convenience - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 62
desktop. 2 Select Tasks & Scans. 3 Select Run Scan to scan your system. 4 When the scan is complete, review the results of the scan. Note: For optimal security, run a Full System Scan when scanning your computer for the working. For more information refer to the Norton Internet Security help files. - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 63
English 45 Frequently asked questions The following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer. Easy solutions are provided for each one. I turned on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up. Look at the power indicator: • If it is not lit, no power - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 64
on the computer. If it works, contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be loose. The infrared port does Make sure you have the appropriate software running on both devices (for file transfers) or you have the appropriate drivers (for printing to an - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 65
on Dialing Rules and begin setting up your location. Refer to the Windows manual. Note: Please note, on first booting your notebook, that you can up all data files before using this option. Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if Acer disk-to-disk - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 66
the Acer logo is showing, press + at the same time to enter the recovery process. 3 Refer to the onscreen instructions to Acer for online service, and please be at your computer when you call. With your support, we can reduce the amount of time a call takes and help solve your problems - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 67
technology standards. • Delivers a battery-low warning. The battery is recharged whenever you connect the computer to the AC adapter. Your computer supports charge-in-use, enabling you to recharge the battery while you continue to operate the computer. However, recharging with the computer turned - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 68
English 50 Follow these steps again until the battery has been charged and discharged three times. Use this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used for a long time. If the computer is to be stored for more than two weeks, you are advised to remove the battery - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 69
English English 51 To remove a battery pack: 1 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery. 2 Pull the battery from the battery bay. Charging the battery To charge the battery, first make sure that it is correctly installed in the battery bay. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 70
. Turn off the computer if you want to recharge the battery rapidly. An extra fully charged battery pack is available. 1. Save all necessary files. 2. Close all applications. 3. Shut down the operating system to turn off the computer. 4. Replace the battery pack. 5. Turn on the computer and resume - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 71
selected models) Acer Arcade is an integrated player for music, photos, DVD movies and videos. It can be operated using your pointing device or remote control. To watch or listen, click or select a content button (e.g., Music, Video, etc.) on the Arcade home page. • Music - listen to music files in - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 72
DVD drive, all drives will be shown. Pictures and videos are shown as files (with thumbnails) and organized into folders. To browse a folder, click to the Arcade home page by selecting Help . Settings There are settings in Acer Arcade that allow you to fine-tune its performance to suit your machine - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 73
damaging your speakers. Click Run Setup Wizard to change your original startup settings. Click About Acer Arcade to open a page with version and copyright information. Click Restore Default Settings to return the . These are discussed in more detail in the Cinema and TV sections of this guide. - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 74
you are required to enter search information, or name a file, DVD or folder, you can use the onscreen virtual keyboard. You can quickly enter the information you need using the mouse, cursor keys or keyboard. Background mode With Acer Arcade you can continue listening to music or watching Live TV - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 75
English 57 Cinema If your computer came with a DVD drive, you can play movies from DVDs and video CDs (VCDs) with the Cinema function of Acer Arcade. This player has the features and controls of a typical DVD player. When you insert a disk into the DVD drive, the movie begins playing automatically. - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 76
English 58 Album Acer Arcade lets you view digital photos individually or as a slide show, from any available drive on your computer. Click the Album button on the Arcade - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 77
a thumbnail image shows the first frame of each video. To play a video file, click on it. The video will play at full screen. The pop-up The destination directory can be changed from the "Settings"menu. Editing video Acer Arcade offers the capability to edit captured video clips, photos and footage - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 78
), then click Start Ripping. The progress of the ripping operation will be displayed on screen. You can change the file quality of the ripped tracks by clicking Settings. Make DVDs Acer Arcade provides an easy and complete solution for recording data, audio, photos or videos. You can burn and share - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 79
all in one. The possibilities are endless! For specific details about each of these options, click the Help button to open the Arcade help menu. File type compatibility For details on file compatibility, please refer to the first page of the Arcade online help menu for each media mode. - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 80
Arcade Deluxe extends the capabilities of your Windows Media Centerequipped system with a set of Acer utilities designed to make it easy to manage your multimedia files, create your own customized content, and more. Arcade Deluxe includes the following utilities: • VideoMagician • DV Delite • DVD - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 81
English 63 Remote control (for selected models) If your computer is bundled with a remote control for use wiht the Arcade Deluxe software, the table below explains the functions.. 16 1 17 2 18 3 19 4 20 5 6 21 7 8 9 22 10 11 23 12 13 24 14 15 25 - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 82
playback or go to previous picture 4 Skip Backward Skip a section backward 5 Pause Pause playback 6 Recorded TV Display Recorded TV page 7 Guide Display the Guide 8 Navigation/ Navigate and confirm selections OK buttons 9 Mute Toggle audio on/off 10 Back Move up one level in the UI 11 - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 83
detailed information about specific Acer Arcade Deluxe utiltiies, use the built-in help files. VideoMagician VideoMagician allows you to edit video files (in DAT, DVR 's hard drive or directly burned to DVD. DV Delite also supports the capture of High Definition video to your computer's hard disk - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 84
or traveling with your computer. Disconnecting from the desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories: 1 Save any open files. 2 Remove any media, floppy disks or compact disks from the drive(s). 3 Shut down the computer. 4 Close the display cover. 5 Disconnect the - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 85
to take with you Unless you have some items at home, take the following items with you: • AC adapter and power cord • The printed User's Guide - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 86
into the gate area. What to take with you Take the following items with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 87
bring with you Bring the following items with you: • AC adapter • Power cords that are appropriate for the country to which you are traveling • Spare, fully-charged battery packs • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer • Proof of purchase, in case you need to show it to - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 88
for maximum security. Important! Do not forget your Supervisor Password! If you forget your password, please get in touch with your dealer or an authorized service center. - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 89
English 71 Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set, a prompt appears when you press to enter the BIOS utility at boot-up. • Type the Supervisor Password and press to access the BIOS - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 90
you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you would with a desktop PC. For instructions on how to connect different external devices to the computer, read the following section. Fax/ Warning! Please make sure that the cable you use is appropriate for the country in which you are working. - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 91
English 73 Built-in network feature The built-in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet-based network. To use the network feature, connect an Ethernet cable from the Ethernet (RJ-45) port on the chassis of the computer to a network jack or hub on your network. Fast - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 92
English 74 Universal Serial Bus (USB) The USB 2.0 port is a high-speed serial bus which allows you to connect USB peripherals without taking up precious system resources. IEEE 1394 port (for selected models) The computer's IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect to an IEEE 1394compatible device like a - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 93
by expanding the bandwidth to 32 bits. Note: Refer to your card's manual for details on how to install and use the card, and its slot and make the proper connections (e.g., network cable), if necessary. See your card manual for details. Ejecting a PC Card Before ejecting a PC Card: 1 Exit the - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 94
size. Please consult a qualified technician or contact your local Acer dealer. BIOS utility The BIOS utility is a hardware configuration and you do not need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run it. To activate the BIOS utility, press - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 95
English 77 Enable disk-to-disk recovery To enable disk-to-disk recovery (hard disk recovery), activate the BIOS utility, then select Main from the categories listed at the top of the screen. Find D2D Recovery at the bottom of the screen and use the and keys to set this value to Enabled. - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 96
hard disk does not reset the number of times the region code has been set. Refer to the table below for DVD movie region code information. 2 The DVD movie will automatically play after a few seconds. Region code 1 2 3 4 5 6 Country or region USA, Canada Europe, Middle East, South Africa, Japan - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 97
Press + or select Acer eRecovery Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management. 2 In the Acer eRecovery Management window, select the type of backup you want to create using Full or Fast. 3 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process. - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 98
Press + or select Acer eRecovery Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management. 2 Switch to the Burn burn your most recently created backup image to disc. 4 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process. Note: Create a factory default - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 99
attempt to open the computer yourself; contact your dealer or authorized service center for assistance. Troubleshooting tips This notebook PC incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message reports to help you solve problems. If the system reports an error message or an error - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 100
82 If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance. Some problems may be solved using the BIOS utility. English - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 101
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. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 102
du Canada. Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby, Acer, declares that this notebook PC series is EC. (Please visit http://global.acer.com/products/notebook/reg-nb/index telephone network, the telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily. If possible, they will notify you in - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 103
in advance to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. If this equipment should fail to operate properly, disconnect the equipment In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance. List of applicable countries EU member states as - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 104
within any 30 minute period for any single manual call initiation, and b The equipment shall go guarantee that Telecom lines will always continue to support pulse dialing. 7 Use of pulse dialing . Should such problems occur, the user should NOT contact the telecom Fault Service. 8 This equipment - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 105
English English 87 Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product. The CD or DVD drive's classification label (shown below) is located on the drive. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM. APPAREIL A - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 106
information is for models with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only. General 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 - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 107
English English 89 wireless mouse/keyboard) • EN301 511 V9.0.2:2003 (Applied to models with 3G function) • EN301 908-1 V2.2.1:2003 (Applied to models with 3G function). • EN301 908-2 V2.2.1:2003 (Applied to models with 3G function). - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 108
with the regulations and constraints in the country of use. For further information, please contact local office in the country of use. The FCC RF safety requested to follow the RF safety instructions on wireless option devices that are included in the user's manual of each RF option device. Caution - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 109
, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. b Operation in 2.4 GHz band To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and installation outdoors is subject to licensing. c Operation in 5 GHz band • The device - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 110
Notebook PC Model number: ZR1 Machine type: TravelMate 3270,TravelMate 3260 and TravelMate 2480 SKU number: TravelMate 327xxx,TravelMate 326xxx and TravelMate 248xxx ("x" = 0 - 9, a - z, or A - Z) Name of responsible party: Acer America Corporation Address of responsible party: 2641 Orchard - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 111
.tw Hereby declare that: Product: Personal Computer Trade Name: Acer Model Number: ZR1 Machine Type: TravelMate 3270,TravelMate 3260 and TravelMate 2480 SKU Number: TravelMate 327xxx,TravelMate 326xxx and TravelMate 248xxx ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, or A ~ Z) Is compliant with the essential requirements and - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 112
of luminance and color temperature @ 6500K (tested under BM7) Pixel fault class 500 mm 0.0° 90.0° Class IV 85.0° • Illuminance level: [250 + (250cosα)] lx where α = 85° • Color: Source D65 • Ordinary LCD: Class I • Protective or Acer CrystalBrite™ LCD: Class III Both • Yn • u'n • v'n Class II - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 113
76 brightness hotkeys 33 C caps lock 30 on indicator 26 care AC adapter xiii battery pack xiv computer xiii CD-ROM ejecting manually 46 troubleshooting 46 charging checking level 51 cleaning computer xiv computer caring for xiii cleaning xiv disconnecting 66 features 14, 42 indicators 26 keyboards - Acer 3260 4853 | TravelMate 3260 / 3270 User's Guide EN - Page 114
46 problems 45 CD-ROM 46 display 45 keyboard 46 printer 46 startup 45 troubleshooting 81 Q questions setting location for modem use 47 S safety CD or DVD 87 modem notices 84 scroll lock 30 security keylock 35, 70 passwords 70 speakers hotkey 33 troubleshooting 46 support information 48
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User's Guide