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Once you’ve set up your iMac and followed the onscreen guide to connect to the Internet, what’s next? Read on to find out how to get the most out of your iMac: 2 Your iMac at a glance 4 Mac OS X basics 8 What you can do with your iMac 10 Listen to music on your computer or on the go 12 Create and edit your own movies 14 Search the Internet 16 Get more out of the Internet 18 Send and receive email 20 Organize, plan, and create 22 Keep your iMac’s software up-to-date 24 Learn more and solv
Your iMac at a glance Your computer has these built-in features: CD-ROM or CD-RW drive Install software, use applications, and listen to music CDs. If you have the CD-RW drive, you can create your own CDs. (For use only with standard size, circular discs.) Headphones port Two internal stereo speakers USB port Connect a USB device, such as a joystick or graphics tablet. 2 Microphone ® Power button Turn your computer on or put it to sleep. Volume controls Media Eject key Eject a CD.
USB Connect printers, Zip and other disk drives, digital cameras, joysticks, and more. Modem Connect to the Internet, browse the World Wide Web, and send email. FireWire Transfer video from a DV camera. Connect external hard disk drives, printers, and scanners. Ethernet Share files with another computer and access a computer network, printer, or the Internet. Sound input Record sounds using an analog microphone or other audio device.
Mac OS X basics The Macintosh desktop is your starting place. Apple menu Use to change system settings, open recent items, and restart or shut down your computer. To see the menu, click the apple () in the menu bar. Modem status Use this menu to connect to and disconnect from the Internet using a dialup modem. Toolbar button Click to show or hide the toolbar. Window buttons Click the red button to close the window, the yellow one to minimize it into the Dock, and the green one to resize it.
Application menu Shows the name of the application you’re using. Use to set preferences or quit applications (other than the Finder). Disc This appears when a CD is in the disc drive. Double-click the icon to see what’s on the disc. To eject a disc, press and hold the Media Eject ( ) key on the keyboard. Application Applications are software programs (such as a game or word processor) that you use with your computer. Double-click an application’s icon to open the application.
Change the Mac OS to suit your preferences. There are lots of ways to customize Mac OS X. To change Finder settings, choose Preferences from the Finder menu. Choose System Preferences from the Apple menu to change most of your computer’s settings. To select a desktop background picture, open System Preferences and click Desktop. To change the size of the Dock or move it to a different place, open System Preferences and click Dock.
Click the icons in the Dock or toolbar to find and open files and applications. . Drag applications, files, and folders into the Dock for one-click access. To set up the toolbar the way you want it, choose Customize Toolbar from the Finder’s View menu, then drag items to the toolbar. Press a folder icon to see its contents and open items in it. This side of the Dock shows application icons. The triangle indicates the application is open. Drag this bar up or down to resize the Dock.
What you can do with your iMac Not sure how to get the most out of your new iMac? Read on for a few ideas. Make your own CDs. Use iTunes to transfer music from your CD collection. If your iMac has a CD-RW drive, burn your own music CDs. Transfer music to an iPod or other MP3 player to listen on the go. Make a movie. Shoot video on a DV camcorder and import it into iMovie . Then rearrange, edit, polish, and add titles and soundtracks.
The iMac is your digital hub. Send digital photos to friends and family. Import and edit home movies. Put up to 1,000 songs in your pocket. Send email and surf the 'Net. Listen to music and burn your own CDs. Connect to the Internet wirelessly.
Listen to music on your computer or on the go. Use iTunes to create a library of music and make your own CDs. Library Your collection of songs, imported from your own audio CDs or downloaded from the Internet. Easily browse or search for music. Portable music If you have an Apple iPod, transfer up to 1,000 songs for listening on the go. Go to www.apple.com/ipod for more information. Radio Tuner Choose from hundreds of Internet radio stations – jazz, rock, talk, and more.
If your computer has a CD-RW drive, you can create your own music CDs. 2 3 . You can fit up to 74 minutes of songs on a standard music CD. . To find out which recordable CDs work best with your computer, go to www.apple.com/itunes 1 1. Click the icon in the Dock to open iTunes. 2. Drag songs from the Library to a playlist. Then click the playlist. 3. Click Burn CD and insert a CD-R disc. Then click Burn CD again to start.
Create and edit your own movies. Use iMovie to edit video from a digital video camera. 1. Shoot video with a digital video camera. Then connect the DV camera using a FireWire cable. 2. In iMovie, bring in your video clips, then edit and polish them into movies. 3. Export your finished movie back to tape in your DV camera or to a QuickTime file. To learn more about iMovie: m See iMovie Help, available in the Help menu. m Go to www.apple.
With iMovie, you can add music, voiceovers, titles transitions, and more. iMovie monitor Preview your movie or view video from a connected DV camera. Shelf Clips appear here when you import them. Move clips to the viewer to make them part of your movie. Mode switch Switch between importing from a DV camera and editing. Editing buttons Click to open panels for adjusting and selecting sounds, video effects, titles, and transitions. Viewers Click the clip viewer (eye tab) to edit and place clips.
Search the Internet. 2 2 If you know the Internet address, you can go there directly. . If you have a dialup connection, you can use the modem status (W) to connect to and disconnect from the Internet. To learn more about Internet Explorer: m Open Internet Explorer and choose Internet Explorer Help from the Help menu. 11 1. 14 Click the icon in the Dock to open Internet Explorer. 2. Type the Internet address and press Return on your keyboard.
2 3 Or you can search the Internet with Sherlock. . Click the other buttons to find people, read the news, shop, and more. . Click the hard disk icon to search the files on your computer. 1 1. Click the icon in the Dock to open Sherlock. 2. Click the Internet icon and type a question in the search field. 3. Click the Search button ( ). Then double-click an item in the list of sites.
Get more out of the Internet with iTools. iTools is a suite of Internet services integrated into Mac OS X. iDisk Your own storage space on Apple’s Internet server. Share photos, movies, and other files over the Internet. Access your files from another Macintosh or PC. HomePage Build a personal Web site in three easy steps. Create a photo album, publish an iMovie, post your résumé, and more. Anyone can view your site on the World Wide Web. iCards Send an elegant iCard, just right for any occasion.
Store pictures, movies, documents, and other files remotely. . To access your files from another computer, log into your iTools account at www.apple.com/itools 1 . Anyone can access the files in your Public folder. . To find out how to use pictures and other files from your iDisk to create a personal Web site, go to www.apple.com/itools and click the HomePage icon. 2 1. Choose iDisk from the Go menu. 2. Drag files to a folder on your iDisk to copy them.
Send and receive email. Follow these steps to create and send a message. . To check for new messages, click Get Mail. To view a message, click its subject. . If you entered email information or got a Mac.com account when you first turned on your computer, Mail is already set up. To set up a new email account, choose Preferences from the Mail menu, then click Accounts. 1 1. 18 Click the Mail icon in the Dock to open the Mail application.
To learn more about Mail: m Open Mail, then choose Mail Help from the Help menu. m Go to www.apple.com/macosx/applications/ mail.html 2 3 2. To create a new email message, click Compose. 3. Type the email address and a subject. Then type your message and click Send.
Organize, plan, and create using AppleWorks. Use AppleWorks for writing, drawing, making presentations, and more. Layout capabilities Add photos, tables, charts, and sidebars. Link text frames, layer graphics, and wrap text. Word processing Write letters, create brochures, make greeting cards and party invitations. Presentation tool Create an onscreen slide presentation. Add movies, art, graphs, and charts. Database Keep records, save addresses, make inventories.
To get started using AppleWorks: . Click the Web tab to download more templates from the Internet. 2 To learn more about AppleWorks: m See AppleWorks Help, available in the Help menu. m Go to the AppleWorks Web site at www.apple.com/appleworks 1 1. Click the icon in the Dock to open AppleWorks. 2. Click the type of document you want to create, or click the Templates tab to modify a ready-made document.
Keep your iMac’s software up-to-date. Use Software Update to get the latest updates and drivers. 2 . To use Software Update, you must have an Internet connection. 1 1. 22 Click the icon in the Dock to open System Preferences. 2. Click Software Update.
. Click the name of a software item to learn more about it. . You can schedule your computer to check automatically for software updates. 3 4 3. Then click Update Now. 4. Select the software you want to update and then click Install.
2 Learn more about using your computer. 3 Look in Mac Help for more information on using your computer. 4 . To browse the features of your computer, click Go under “At a glance.” . Click Quick Clicks topics for answers to frequently asked questions. . To look at Help for other applications, click the ? button. 24 1 1. Click the Finder icon in the Dock. 2. Then choose Mac Help from the Help menu. 3. Type a question and click Ask. 4. Click an item in the list of Help topics.
These Apple Web sites will help you get the most out of your computer. Macintosh Products Guide www.apple.com/guide For great hardware and software products for your Mac, check the Web site or look for the Mac symbol. Also get contact and support information for third-party software manufacturers. Apple Store www.apple.com/store Apple Service and Support www.apple.com/support Purchase the latest Apple and third-party hardware, software, and accessories.
Advice and troubleshooting If you don’t find the answer to your problem on the following pages: Look in Mac Help. m In Mac Help (see page 24), you can find a great deal of troubleshooting advice, including information to help you solve problems with m Connecting to the Internet m Using software installation and restore discs m Changing your computer’s settings m Printing m And more m Click the Finder icon in the Dock, then choose Mac Help from the Help menu.
If the computer still doesn’t respond, restart it. m Hold the Power (®) button on the computer for five seconds. When the computer turns off, press the Power button again to restart it. m If that doesn’t work, press the Reset ( ) button. m If that doesn’t work, unplug the power cord from the computer. Then plug the power cord back in and press the Power button on the computer to turn it on.
If that doesn’t work, or if you hear strange sounds during startup: If your printer won’t respond or work correctly: m If you recently installed additional memory, make sure that it is correctly installed and that it is compatible with your computer. m If that doesn’t work, press the Reset ( ) button, wait a few seconds, and then press the Power (®) button. m See the service and support information that came with your iMac for information on having your computer serviced.
If you have a problem with a third-party software program: If the Apple Pro Mouse isn’t responding properly: Make sure the software is compatible with your version of system software. First, make sure the mouse and keyboard are connected. m See the documentation that came with the software. You can check the version of system software you have by choosing About This Mac from the Apple (K) menu. To resolve other problems with software, contact the software manufacturer.
Install memory and an AirPort Card. For detailed instructions, refer to Mac Help (see page 24). 1. Open the access door using a coin to turn the latch. Before installing: m shut down the computer m unplug all cables, except the power cord m place the computer face down on a soft cloth 30 2. Touch the metal shield inside the recessed latch area. Then unplug the power cord. 3. To install memory, insert a memory module into one of the two lower slots. .
4. To install an AirPort Card, detach the antenna from the guide rail, then remove the protective plastic cap. 5. Connect the antenna firmly to the AirPort Card and insert the card sideways into the slot. 6. Close the access door and use a coin to close the latch. . For instructions on using the AirPort software, look in the Help Center, available in the Help menu. . Never turn your computer on unless all of its internal and external parts are in place.
Work more comfortably. The guidelines in this section can help you work more comfortably with your computer. For detailed information about ergonomics, see Apple’s Environmental Health and Safety Web site at www.apple.com/about/ergonomics Mouse Keyboard Chair m When you use the computer keyboard, your shoulders should be relaxed. Your upper arm and forearm should form an approximate right angle, with your wrist and hand in roughly a straight line.
Don’t lift the computer using the flip-out foot. You could damage your computer. To move your computer, grab the handle on the top of the computer with one hand; with your other hand, hold the bottom of the computer. Important 45–70 cm (18–28 in.) Top of the screen at or slightly below eye level (You may need to adjust the height of your monitor by raising your work surface.
Safety, cleaning, and power management Safety Make sure that you m keep these instructions handy for reference by you and others who may use your computer m follow all instructions and warnings regarding your system When setting up and using your computer, remember the following: m Place your computer in a location with adequate ventilation. Never block the vents on the computer. m Your computer has a three-wire grounding plug that will only fit a grounded AC outlet.
Cleaning your computer equipment Power-saving and environmental features To clean your computer equipment, use only the recommended procedures discussed in Mac Help. Your computer is equipped with energy-saving features that allow it to conserve energy when not in use. For instructions on adjusting the system and display sleep settings and additional energy-conservation information, see Mac Help. Do not clean the screen with a cleaner that contains alcohol or acetone.
Where’s the fine print? Communications, telephone, and modem regulation information High-risk activities warning For information on FCC regulations, radio and television interference, and telephone and modem information related to this product, see the files in the Communications Regulations folder, inside the Documents folder on your hard disk.
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