¦ chapter 1 getting to know the basics C H A P T E R ? O N E GETTING TO KNOW THE BASICS This chapter introduces the features and components of the computer.
¦ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Performance Features ?? High Performance Processor The LCD PC is equipped with a powerful Intel Pentium 4 processor on the latest sub-micron process. The processor also supports up to 533MHz front side bus bandwidth for unparalleled performance. ?? Advanced Graphic Engine The system is built with a high performance ATI Mobility Radeon 9000 or alternatively with nVIDIA GeForce FX 5400 (NV31) video processor with a dedicated frame buffer (up to 128MB.
¦ chapter 1 getting to know the basics also supports 6-channel 5.1 speaker output for home theater sound system. The audio playback function supports 3D audio, 64-voices and DirectSound. A built-in MP3 player allows you to playback MP3 tracks without having to boot up to Windows. The system is also equipped with a unique S/PDIF digital audio output for external AC3, DTS, or PCM decoding processor in your home audio-video system.
¦ chapter 1 getting to know the basics System At A Glance Front View 1. Microphone The built-in microphone records sound. 2. LCD Display The panel is where the system content is displayed. 3.
¦ chapter 1 getting to know the basics The built-in speakers output the sound in stereo. The sub-woofer enhances the system’s audio lower-end frequencies. 4. DVD-ROM or Combo (DVD-ROM / CD-RW) optical drive and Disk Eject Button and Manual Eject Key Hole If your computer comes with DVD-ROM, you may play DVD movies or regular CD-ROM disk. If it comes with a Combo drive, you may save data onto a CD-R / CD-RW disk. Press the eject button to eject the disk tray.
¦ chapter 1 getting to know the basics 8. Stop Key (in standalone MP3 mode) Press the key once to stop an audio track during playback. 9. Repeat Key (in standalone MP3 mode) Press the key once to repeat a current song or repeat the entire album. 10. Previous / Fast-Backward Key (in standalone MP3 mode) Press the key once to go back to the previous audio track. Press and hold the key to perform a fast-backward search. 11.
¦ chapter 1 getting to know the basics The Internet Hot Key launches the Internet Explore automatically in Windows XP or 2000. Note: To enable the Internet Hot Key, Email Hot Key in Windows O/S other than XP / 2000, you must install the special Quick Keys application contained in the factory CD-ROM (D:\Qkeys\Setup.exe). 15. Email Hot Key The Email Hot Key launches the MS Outlook Express in Windows XP or 2000. 16.
¦ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Rear View 1. Mini PCI Card Slot Access Door The optional mini-PCI-based wireless LAN IEEE802.11b, or 802.11a, or 802.11g card can be installed in this slot to enable wireless connectivity to other wireless LAN devices. Go to Chapter 3 to learn how to install the optional wireless LAN card. 2. Hard Disk Drive Access Door The HD drive is located behind this door. Go to Chapter 3 to learn how to replace the hard disk drive. 3.
¦ chapter 1 getting to know the basics increase system memory. Go to Chapter 3 to learn how to install additional DIMM module. 4. Multi-Drive Bay Depending on the factory-installed option, this bay may contain CD-ROM, CD-RW, Floppy Disk Drive, or Card Reader (which supports Compact Flash, MicroDrive, SD Memory, Memory Stick.) 5. Power Jack (DC-in) The DC-out jack of the AC Adapter connects here and powers the computer. 6. Ventilation Grill The fan grill is where hot air is vented.
¦ chapter 1 getting to know the basics 10. S/PDIF Port The special optical port carries digital audio signal. You may connect an external DTS, AC3, or PCM sound processor / decoder to this port. 11. Ethernet / LAN Port The port connects to a network hub via the RJ-45 cable and also conforms to 10/100Base-TX transmission protocol. 12. Modem Port This is where you plug the phone jack (RJ-11) for fax/modem functions. 13. Center Channel / Bass (Subwoofer) Jack The audio output jack (3.
¦ chapter 1 getting to know the basics 17. Microphone Jack The microphone jack (3.5-mm diameter) is where you connect a microphone. 18. USB2.0 Port (x5) The Universal Serial Bus (USB2.0-compliant) port allows you to connect a wide variety of devices to your computer at a rate of up to 480 Mbps. This port conforms to the latest USB2.0 plug and play standard. 19. External VGA Port The 15-pin VGA analog port is for connecting the external CRT monitor or projector. 20.
¦ chapter 1 getting to know the basics 24. S-Video In (for system with the optional TV Tuner / Cable Card) This is where you connect the analog S-Video Out port of the source device such as a camcorder, a VCR or a DVD player. Note: Go to TV Tuner and Video Capture section elsewhere in this chapter for a general description of the TV Tuner function and the associated operational hot keys. Note: An application called Power VCR must be installed to view or capture TV / Cable programs. 25.
¦ chapter 1 getting to know the basics AC Adapter 1. DC-out Connector The DC-out connector docks to the power jack (DC-in) on the computer. Warning: Do not let water get into the AC adapter 2. LED Lamp The LED lamp appears green when the unit is plugged into a valid AC source. 3. Adapter The adapter converts alternating current into constant DC voltage for the computer. 4. AC Plug The AC plug plugs to the AC wall outlet.
¦ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Remote Control (Optional Device) If your system comes with a TV Tuner / Video Capturing module, the remote control can be used to play or record TV programs. You may need to install a software application called CyberLink Power VCR before the remote control can be used. The application is installed automatically when you install the driver for the TV Tuner / Video Capturing card. See the following illustration for a general description of the keys.
¦ chapter 1 getting to know the basics LED Status Indicator LED Graphic Indication Symbol Green light indicates the optical drive is being accessed. Green light indicates the floppy drive and/or card reader is being accessed. Green light indicates the hard drive is being accessed. Blinking yellow light indicates the computer is in suspend mode. Green light indicates the power is on.
¦ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Graphic Subsystem Your computer uses a high performance 17-inch active matrix TFT panel with high resolution and multi-million colors for comfortable viewing. The world-renowned ATI Mobility Radeon 9000 or alternatively nVIDIA FX 5400 (NV31) video graphics accelerator with its dedicated frame buffer (up to 128MB) performs graphic rendering at a lighting-fast speed. LCD Brightness Control ?? Using Hot Keys Press TV+Channel UP (Forward) to increase the brightness.
¦ chapter 1 getting to know the basics TV-tuner / Video Capturing Functions (Optional Device) The optional TV-tuner / Video Capturing module allows you to watch and record TV programs or analog video sources. For computer with this option, there are three analog video input ports (Antenna, S-Video In and A/V Video In) on the back of the system. Note the option is not user-upgradeable. ?? You need to run a utility program called Power VCR in order to use the card’s function.
¦ chapter 1 getting to know the basics ?? The front panel keys only works in Windows. ?? For more detail description of the TV functions, please consult the program’s built-in on-line Help manual.
¦ chapter 1 getting to know the basics The front panel access keys: Channel DOWN Play / Pause Capture Start / Stop TV Channel UP Description of the TV function keys: TV button: In Windows, pressing the key launches the Power VCR application. Play / Pause button: Plays the video files. Press again to stop playback. Capture Start / Stop button: Starts recording of the selected channel. Press again to stop video recording. Channel UP button: Selects the next channel.
¦ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Audio Subsystem Your computer’s audio subsystem is Sound Blaster Pro-compatible. It has two stereo speakers and a built-in subwoofer for enhanced bass response. Adjusting the Audio Volume in Windows 1. Click the speaker symbol in the task tray in Windows. 2. Drag the volume control bar up or down to adjust the volume. 3. To temporarily silence the speaker without changing the volume setting, click Mute.
¦ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Sound Effect Adjustment You can select a special sound effect from the Sound Effect Manager. Go to [Start > Control Panel > Sound Effect Manager > Sound Effect] to select the desired sound effect from the pull-down menu. Voice Recording You can use the built-in microphone on the upper edge of the display panel or an external microphone connected to the Mic-in audio port on the back of the computer. You will need to use audio processing software for voice recording.
¦ chapter 1 getting to know the basics How to Enable S/PDIF Digital Output The computer is equipped with an optical digital audio output port called S/PDIF. You will need to connect the output port to an external DTS, AC3, or PCM audio processor in your home audio system via an optical digital audio cable (not supplied.) To Enable S/PDIF output, do the following: 1. Double-click the speaker (audio) icon at the right hand corner of the task bar. 2.
¦ chapter 1 getting to know the basics AudioDJ / MP3 Player Functions The special audio player can work without booting to Windows. This is called the Standalone Mode and it saves power. The player will also work in Windows. This is called the Windows Mode. Standalone (non-Windows) Mode ?? The AudioDJ / MP3 player can function without having to boot to Windows.
¦ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Description of the AudioDJ / MP3 function keys: MP3 button: Turns the standalone AudioDJ / MP3 player on. Press and hold for 2 seconds to turn off. Repeat button: Press to cycle through Repeat One, Repeat All, Random (or Shuffle) mode. In Repeat One mode, the current track is repeated continuously until stopped. In Repeat All mode, all tracks are repeated. In Random (or Shuffle) mode, tracks are playback at random orders.
¦ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Modem Your computer comes with a 56K V.90 internal fax/modem and a phone jack (RJ-11), which is located on the left rear side of your computer. Use a telephone cable to connect the computer to the telephone wall outlet. Connecting the Modem 1. Plug one end of the phone line into the modem port located on the rear side of the computer. 2. Plug the other end of the line into the analog phone wall outlet.
¦ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Ethernet Adapter Your computer is equipped with a 10/100Base-TX SiS900 PCI Fast Ethernet network adapter. Connect the active LAN cable to the RJ-45 LAN port located on the left rear side of the computer. This allows you to access and transmit data in the local area network. Connecting to the Network Use Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) Ethernet cable only. 1.
