eCAFE EC-1000W CONTENTS 1. eCAFÉ™ – TAKE IT TO GO!™ ...................................................................................................................................2 1.1. Handling your Netbook ........................................................................................................................................2 1.2. A comprehensive package.................................................................................................................................
eCAFE EC-1000W 1. eCAFÉ™ – TAKE IT TO GO!™ Thank you for trusting Hercules and choosing to purchase the eCAFÉ™ Netbook. The eCAFÉ™ has been designed to allow you to communicate and create or edit documents such as text files, slideshows or even images; it also includes advanced multimedia features designed to entertain you. To make the most of your eCAFÉ™ Netbook, please follow the instructions provided in this manual. 1.1.
eCAFE EC-1000W 1.2. A comprehensive package Compact design, an ultra-lightweight device, powerful connectivity, various accessories included. Discover the packaging contents: - eCAFÉ™ Netbook - Battery - Power adaptor - User Manual 1.3. A closer look at your eCAFÉ™ - 1.6 GHz Intel® ATOM™ N270 processor - 1 GB DDR2 RAM - 10.1" backlit LCD display (max. native resolution 1024*600) - 0.
eCAFE EC-1000W 2. THE eCAFÉ™, UNEQUALLED AND UNRIVALLED The eCAFÉ™ Netbook features a very wide range of applications and extensive connectivity interfaces, which will enable you to instantly connect to the world that is best suited to your use: work, communications, games or multimedia. 2.1. My eCAFÉ™ - Remove your eCAFÉ™ from the packaging, and ensure that all items mentioned in Section 1.2 of this User's Manual are included. - Remove the protection films from the display.
eCAFE EC-1000W 2.2. Turning the eCAFÉ™ on - Open the display (1) and press the On/Off button located on the left-hand side of the device (2). Do not exert excessive strength on the hinges when opening the display. Do not hold your eCAFÉ™ by the display when carrying the device. When your computer starts up, the Windows Desktop is displayed.
eCAFE EC-1000W 2.3. Technical specifications 1. Webcam 2. 10.1" LCD display 3. Loudspeakers 4. UK or US keyboard 5. WiFi activation/deactivation button 6/46 – User Manual 6. Left touchpad button 7. Touchpad 8. Right touchpad button 9. Numeric lock indicator 10. Capitals lock indicator 11. Hard disk drive activity indicator 12. Battery operation indicator 13. eCAFÉ™ on/off indicator 14.
eCAFE EC-1000W 1. Removable battery 3. Air extraction grate 2. Battery locking tabs 4. Component access cover (memory, hard disk, etc.) Any attempt to open the cover will cancel the warranty. This part of your eCAFÉ™ is liable to heat during operation and charging. This is normal. However, to improve thermal dissipation, we recommend you do not block the vents. Avoid placing your eCAFÉ™ on a soft surface such as a sofa or a bed, for instance.
eCAFE EC-1000W 1. Not used 3. Microphone connector 2. USB ports 4. Headphones connector 1. Memory card reader 4. Ethernet port 2. USB port 5. VGA output connector 3. Not used 6. Power supply port 8/46 – User Manual 7.
eCAFE EC-1000W 2.4. Multifunction keyboard The eCAFÉ™ features an extended keyboard allowing you to control the display's settings.
eCAFE EC-1000W 2.5. An ultra-mobile computer suited to large files Equipped with a hard disk drive and a multiple-format card reader, the eCAFÉ™ enables you to take your most precious files with you, regardless of their size. Hard disk drive The eCAFÉ™ features a 250 GB (or more, according to versions) hard disk drive. This storage capacity allows you to save movies, images and other large files to your device.
eCAFE EC-1000W 2.6. Extensive connectivity options for countless applications The ports and connectivity interfaces built into your eCAFÉ™ enable you to connect all kind of USB peripherals, such as a mouse or an external hard disk drive, to your ultra-mobile personal computer. General safety rules Before connecting a peripheral to your Netbook, please refer to the installation instructions provided with the device.
eCAFE EC-1000W Audio connectors To initiate a communication or view a video, please connect a microphone, headphones and/or a headset featuring a built-in microphone to the relevant connector: - The jack output connector to connect headphones or a headset - The jack input connector to connect an MP3 player for recording purposes, or a microphone to record vocal data or chat with your contacts using a voice-over-IP application Local Area Network (LAN) The eCAFÉ™ is equipped with a RJ45 LAN connectivity int
eCAFE EC-1000W 2.7. A desktop device AND a mobile device Both a desktop device and a mobile device at once, the eCAFÉ™ can be used everywhere thanks to its dual power supply (mains or battery). 2.7.1. Operating the eCAFÉ™ when connected to the mains Use the included power adaptor to power your eCAFÉ™. The device complies with the specifications of the electric network in the country in which the device was purchased.
eCAFE EC-1000W 2.7.3. Installing and removing the battery You may need to install or remove the battery, e.g. when replacing the battery. Before installing or removing the battery: first, place the locking tabs in the "Unlocked" position; install or remove the battery, then place the locking tabs in the "Locked" position again. When installing or removing the battery, eCAFÉ™ must be switched off and disconnected from the mains supply.
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eCAFE EC-1000W 2.7.4. Optimising your use of the battery Your Netbook's lithium-ion (Li-Ion) battery may be charged at any time. Remove the battery if you do not intend to use the computer for 30 days. Check beforehand that it is charged to 70% of its capacity. The device must be stored in a room in which the temperature ranges from 5 to 35°C, and should not be left in a vehicle parked in direct sunlight. The lithium ion battery (Li-Ion) loses its qualities over time, even if you do not use it.
eCAFE EC-1000W Advanced power management options Other power management options are available in Windows 7. They particularly allow you to adapt eCAFÉ™ to your type of use, so as to give priority to performances or energy savings, or to set the balance between performances and energy savings. To do this, click on the Windows start-up icon on the bottom left-hand side, then select Control panel/Equipment and audio/Power options.
eCAFE EC-1000W 2.9. Restoring your system If you feel that your eCAFÉ™ is no longer as effective as it was originally (slower access to programmes, recurrent “crashes”, etc.), you can restore the system, i.e. recover a “clean” system identical to the one available when you purchased your netbook. Before restoring the system, think about saving your important data to an external support (USB key, external hard disk).
eCAFE EC-1000W 3. FIRST STEPS WITH MY eCAFÉ™ 3.1.
eCAFE EC-1000W eCAFÉTM Update Manager can provide you with the latest versions of the software (eCAFÉTM Email Center, eCAFÉ™ CONNECT, eCAFÉ™ Webcam Station, etc.) or new applications specifically developed by Hercules for your eCAFÉ™. Note: You need an Internet connection to access the update server. eCAFÉ™ CONNECT is your WiFi network connection manager. You will find more information in chapter 3.6.1. eCAFÉ™Connect and the WiFi function. is a Hercules application dedicated to your webcam.
eCAFE EC-1000W 3.2. Connecting an external display When at home or working at the office, you can connect your Netbook to a larger screen, e.g. to surf the Internet or work on large spreadsheets. To do so, simply connect your eCAFÉ™ to a VGA display using the device's VGA connector. Switch from the LCD display to an external + display 3.3.
eCAFE EC-1000W Other actions are confirmed by means of a double-click (opening audio or video contents or a document, for instance): Either by pressing the left touchpad button twice Either by briefly tapping the touchpad twice The right touchpad button is generally used to access the selected object's properties. 3.4. Accessing the online help and tutorials Many guides are available on your eCAFÉ™.
eCAFE EC-1000W Loading my files via a network connection: To load files via a network connection, you must connect your eCAFÉ™ to a network using the Ethernet port or a WiFi connection. You can then access the relevant files via the network. Loading my photos from a digital camera: - Connect a digital camera to one of the three available USB ports. - Turn your digital camera on.
eCAFE EC-1000W - If necessary, activate your eCAFÉ™'s WiFi feature by pressing the front of the eCAFÉ™ to the left, then releasing it. The computer's WiFi indicator button located at the should light up. By default, eCAFÉ™ uses the last setting of the WiFi function. So, if you deactivated the function when using the netbook, you must reactivate it when next starting up eCAFÉ™ with the button (push it to the left, then release it).
eCAFE EC-1000W When your eCAFə is connected to the Internet, the application may ask you download the latest version of eCAFəConnect. This will allow you to use the optimised version of the software. Connecting manually to a non-secure network (no safety key type appears in the Secure field): - In the Manual connection window, select the required network. - Click on the Connect button. A Connection Wizard launches, and asks you if you wish to add this network to your favourites.
eCAFE EC-1000W If the connection to the chosen network fails in the Infrastructure mode, check your router's security settings (safety key, MAC address filtering etc.). Note: The Infrastructure mode is a communication mode that consists in creating a network connecting several computers equipped with a WiFi feature via a wireless access point such as an Internet box, a modem/router or a router connected to a modem.
eCAFE EC-1000W An information window displays in your eCAFÉ™'s status bar, enabling you to view the network connection. Then, launch your Internet browser. 3.6.3. Determining the connection status The eCAFÉ™ Connect icon appears in the notification area. It provides updated information about the connection's status: Internet connection: an Ethernet or WiFi peripheral is active and physically connected; Internet access is available. Your Internet connection is perfectly operational.
eCAFE EC-1000W 3.7. Sending and receiving emails Access eCAFÉ™ Email Center Whether at home or "on the road", it is often useful to be able to access your email account. Once you are connected to the Internet, you can send and receive emails and attachments with eCAFÉ™ Email Center. eCAFÉ™ Email Center is available from the icon on the Windows Desktop. Note: You will find more information in the specific manual for eCAFÉ™ Email Center, which is available at the following address: http://ts.hercules.com.
eCAFE EC-1000W 3.9. Using the webcam Access eCAFÉ™ Webcam Station Explore another side of digital communications thanks to the webcam built into your eCAFÉ™: Take pictures, Record video clips easily with the super user-friendly Hercules eCAFÉ™ Webcam Station.
eCAFE EC-1000W Each application can be run from Windows Desktop. icon. Access OpenOffice.org Impress (Presentations) by clicking on the Access OpenOffice.org Calc (Spreadsheet) by clicking on the Access OpenOffice.org Writer (Text Editor) by clicking on the icon. icon.
eCAFE EC-1000W 3.10.1. Creating, editing and saving a document using OpenOffice.org Writer (Text Editor) Access OpenOffice.
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eCAFE EC-1000W 3.10.2. Creating, editing and saving a spreadsheet using OpenOffice.org Calc (Spreadsheet) Access OpenOffice.
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eCAFE EC-1000W 3.10.3. Creating, editing and saving a slideshow using OpenOffice.org Impress (Presentations) Access OpenOffice.org Impress (Presentations) We shall now create a simple slideshow in 5 steps, using the Slideshow Wizard that launches when you click on the Presentations icon located on your desktop. 1. Create a slideshow from a template. Choose one of the available templates, then click on Next. 2. Choose your background. Click on Next.
eCAFE EC-1000W 3. Select a Slide transition and the speed of the transition between two slides. Click on Next. 4. Enter the information that you wish to include in your slideshow. You will be able to amend this information after. Click on Next.
eCAFE EC-1000W 5. Select the pages that will comprise the structure of your slideshow. Click on Create. Your slideshow is now displayed in OpenOffice.org Impress. You can now finalise your presentation by creating objects, connectors, etc.
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eCAFE EC-1000W 3.11. Saving data to a removable media (USB key, memory card) In this section, we will explain how to back up your data on various media. You can also connect to the website www.ecafe.hercules.com. In the section dedicated to the eCAFÉ™, you will find all the information you require to back up your data. We also recommend that you frequently back up any personal or sensitive data that you may have stored on your Netbook. - Connect the removable media.
eCAFE EC-1000W 3.12. Protection software for your eCAFÉ™ If you often connect to the Internet and use your eCAFÉ™ to download games, programs and music, your system is exposed to the risk of malicious applications, such as viruses. These applications are able to spread to other systems via the emails you send to your friends, and can alter your system's settings and corrupt it. You can install the Avast! Antivirus Family Edition program on your eCAFÉ™.
eCAFE EC-1000W INDEX Battery, 14 Netbook, 2 eCAFÉ™, 2, 3, 5, 10, 29, 30, 41 OpenOffice.org Calc (Spreadsheet), 21, 31, 34 eCAFÉ™ Connect, 21, 27, 28 eCAFÉ™ Email Center, 21 OpenOffice.org Impress (Presentations), 21, 31, 36 eCAFÉ™ Portal, 20 OpenOffice.org Writer (Text Editor), 21, 31, 32 eCAFÉ™ Update Manager, 21 OpenOffice.
eCAFE EC-1000W TECHNICAL SUPPORT If you have trouble using your device or one of its components, please connect to the http://ts.hercules.com/ website and select your language. Here, you will be able to access different services (Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), the latest versions of all available drivers and software) that may help you solve your problem. If this fails to solve the problem, please get in touch with Hercules' Technical Support.
eCAFE EC-1000W WARRANTY INFORMATION Guillemot Corporation S.A. ("Guillemot") guarantees consumers worldwide that this Hercules product is free from material and manufacturing defects for a period of two (2) years beginning on the original date of purchase. Should the product seem defective during the period covered by the warranty, please contact our Technical Support immediately for further information on how to proceed.
eCAFE EC-1000W End User License Agreement IMPORTANT: Please read the following End User License Agreement before using the eCAFÉ™ device. The term "Software" refers to all executable programs, managers, libraries, data files and to any documentation relating to the programs, as well as the complete operating system included in the eCAFÉ™ product. The Software is licensed, and not sold, to the User, exclusively for use complying with the terms of this License Agreement.
