Machine type: 10109/6266 Lenovo IdeaCentre Horizon 27 Series User Guide www.lenovo.com Version 1.0 2013.
Important Safety Information Before using this manual, it is important that you read and understand all of the related safety information for this product. Refer to the Safety and Warranty Guide that you received with this product for the latest safety information. Reading and understanding this safety information reduces the risk of personal injury or product damage. The interface and functions shown in this User Guide are provided for reference only and may differ from actual product appearance.
Contents Important Safety Information Using the Computer Hardware.................................................. 1 Front view of the computer..........................................................................2 Left and right view of the computer.............................................................3 Rear view of the computer..........................................................................4 Computer stand..............................................................................
Touch screen instructions........................................................ 17 Touch Screen Calibration...........................................................................18 User Gesture Instructions for the Touch screen.........................................18 Precautions when using the Touch Screen................................................23 Using the Rescue System......................................................... 25 OneKey Recovery.............................................
Using the Computer Hardware This chapter contains the following topics: Ø Introduction to the computer hardware Ø Information on computer connections Note: The descriptions in this chapter might be different from what you see on your computer, depending on the computer model and configuration.
Front view of the computer Built-in microphone Built-in camera Built-in microphone Hard disk drive indicator Bluetooth status indicator WIFI status indicator Battery status indicator Screen rotation button Touch button function On/Off (press and hold for 5 seconds) Mode switch button (PC mode/HDMI-in/Monitor Off) Brightness adjustment button Volume down Volume up Press and hold the screen rotation button for 5 seconds to turn the touch button function on or off.
Left and right view of the computer Microphone connector Headphone connector Memory card reader USB connector USB connector HDMI-in connector Power connector Power button User Guide 3
Rear view of the computer Attention: Be careful not to block any air vents on the computer. Blocked air vents can cause overheating. Air vents Recesses Screw hole Note: The recesses and screw hole are designed for fixing the IdeaCentre Horizon 27 more firmly to a special desk. The special desk must be purchased separately.
Computer stand Use the stand to position the display to your preference. It can be rotated between 15° and 90° from the vertical. Connecting your computer Note: Your computer may not have all of the connectors described in this section. Basic connector instructions Connector Description Microphone Use this connector to attach a microphone to your computer when you want to record sound or if you use speech-recognition software.
Connecting the power cord Important information about using the computer Press the power button on the side of the computer to turn on the computer.
Note: The buttons at the bottom of the screen are touch buttons. Touching them turns on the indicator lights. Hold the computer tightly when you carry it.
Connecting to the Internet To connect to the Internet, you’ll need a contract with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and some hardware. IPSs and ISP offerings vary by country. Contact your ISP for offerings available in your country. Your computer is designed to support a wireless network that connects your computer to other devices. Wireless network connection For wireless networks, you can use the built-in wireless LAN antenna to access your wireless home network.
Using the E-Dice This chapter contains the following topics: Ø E-Dice instructons Note: Only some models are equipped with E-Dice. Note: The interface and functionality of these features will depend on which software was shipped with the computer model you purchased.
E-Dice Components and Connectors Battery indicator Charging connector Charging the E-Dice The E-Dice has an internal rechargeable battery. If the indicator light blinks while you are rolling the dice, this indicates the battery is low on power. To charge the battery, do the following: Put the E-Dice into the included USB power adapter and connect the adapter to the USB connector on your computer. Note: The indicator will blink while the E-Dice is charging.
Playing with the E-Dice The E-Dice is paired in the factory for your convenience. It should work immediately after plugging the dongle into your computer. To play with the E-Dice, do the following: 1. Plug the dongle into USB connector of your computer. 2. Lay the computer face-up on a flat surface to switch the desktop interface to the Aura program. Open the Lenovo Tycoon game and play the game with the E-Dice as per the directions. You may need to manually pair the E-Dice if it does not work.
Use and Maintenance • The minimum age recommended for using the E-Dice is 14 years old. • Keep the E-Dice away from water or damp environments. Clean the dice with a soft dry cloth. • The effective range between the E-Dice and the computer is 2 meters. Find a comfortable posture when rolling the dice. • Make sure there are no physical obstacles between the E-Dice and the computer.
Using Windows 8.1 This chapter contains the following topics: Switching between the main Windows 8.1 interfaces The Charms Bar Shutting down the computer Switching between apps Closing an app Opening other system programs Windows Help and Support Attention: The Windows 8.1 operating system is provided by Microsoft Corporation. Please use it in accordance with the END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT (EULA) between you and Microsoft.
Switching between the main Windows 8.1 interfaces Windows 8.1 comes with two main user interfaces: the Start Screen and the Windows desktop. To switch from the Start Screen to the Windows desktop, do one of the following: • Select the Windows desktop tile on the Start Screen. • + D. Press the Windows key To switch from the desktop to the Start Screen, do one of the following: • Select Start from the Charms Bar.
Switching between apps Sometimes you want to get back to an app you were just using, or quickly switch through your recent apps. To switch between apps: Move the cursor to the top left corner, then click to bring in the next app. (If your computer is equipped with touch screen, swipe in from the left edge of the screen to bring in the next app.) Closing an app To close an app, do one of the following: • Move the cursor to the top left corner of the screen.
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Touch screen instructions This chapter contains the following topics: Touch Screen Calibration User Gesture Instructions for the Touch screen Attentions when using the Touch Screen User Guide 17
The monitor is touch-sensitive thanks to its touch-sensitive screen. A touch screen is an input device just like a mouse or a keyboard, and the user’s fingers transmit position information via the touch screen to the computer. With this technology, you only need to touch the pictures or words on the computer display lightly with your finger, and the computer will react.
Basic Hand Gestures 1. Single Click / Double Click For the item selected on the touch screen, with one finger touch it one or two times, to perform a single click or double click operation. This is similar to the action performed by clicking the mouse left button. 2. Single Finger Right Click For the item selected on the touch screen, press and hold your finger on the screen until a circle appears.
3. Dragging Movement First touch your finger on the desired item on the screen and hold it there, then make a dragging movement. This is similar to the click and drag movement you can make with a mouse. 4. Rolling Movement When you move your finger one time vertically (or horizontally) on the touch screen, this is called a Rolling Operation. For example: This operation is similar to moving the scroll wheel on the top of a mouse, and produces the same results as the scroll wheel interface does.
5. Zoom Operation Touch two fingers lightly on the desired item on the touch screen, then keeping both fingers on the screen, change the distance between them. By increasing (or decreasing) the distance, you can perform a zoom in (or zoom out) operation. For example: you can enlarge or reduce the picture size in Windows Photo Viewer. 6. Rotation Operation Use two figures to touch the desired item on the touch screen, then rotate them in the desired direction.
Related Touch Screen Settings • Select Hardware and Sound → Pen and Touch from the Settings charm. • Select touch actions which you wish to adjust. By clicking on “Settings”, you can adjust the “Speed” and “Spatial tolerance” parameters, to match the user’s natural way of double-clicking. You can double-click on the lower right corner of the icon to test this. Note: Users can access more help information from the Windows Help and Support menu.
Precautions when using the Touch Screen 1. When using the touch screen, be careful not to tear the surface with any sharp objects. 2. To ensure normal use of the touch screen, ensure that both the screen surface and your fingers are clean and dry. 3. To ensure precise positioning on the touch screen, avoid handling or touching the glass frame when you are touching the screen. 4. Turn the computer off for safety before cleaning the screen and frame with a soft cotton cloth.
7. The touch screen does not function in Rescue System mode. 8. The touch screen also does not function during the startup process, in Hibernate mode and in Sleep mode or Safe mode.
Using the Rescue System This chapter contains the following topics: OneKey Recovery Driver and Application Installation Attention: Using OneKey Recovery will result in loss of data. • You can restore the C: drive of the computer to factory default settings or to the last system backup status using OneKey Recovery. If you do this, all of the existing data on drive C: will be lost, but the content and format of the other partitions of the hard disk drive will remain unchanged.
Note about the service partition: The files and relevant data used by the rescue system are saved in the service partition. Deleting this partition will make the rescue system unusable. For more detailed information, see the following instructions: From the Search charm, select Apps → Control Panel → Administrative Tools → Computer Management → Disk Management, you can see the service partition, which must not be deleted.
Driver and Application Installation The Driver and Application Installation function in the rescue system provides a way for the user to conveniently reinstall all of the Lenovo applications and drivers that were shipped with your Lenovo hardware. Method 1: Automatic Installation Repeatedly press and release the F2 key once turning on the computer until the Lenovo Rescue System opens, then select Drivers and Application Installation.
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Using the Software This chapter contains the following topic: Software instructions Note: The interface and functionality of these features will depend on which software was shipped with the computer model you purchased.
Lenovo Support The Lenovo Support program enables you to register your computer with Lenovo, download and view user manuals for your computer, get the warranty information of your computer, and explore help and support information. To open this program, do the following: Click the Lenovo Support icon from the Start Screen or Search Screen. The main functions of this program are listed below. (This program supports online upgrades.
Troubleshooting and Confirming Setup This chapter contains the following topic: Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution User Guide 31
Solving Problems Follow these tips when troubleshooting your computer: • If you added or removed a part before the problem started, review the installation procedures to ensure that the part is correctly installed. • If a peripheral device does not work, ensure that the device is properly connected. • If an error message appears on the screen, write down the exact message. This message may help support personnel diagnose and fix the problem(s).
Problem: Ripple on screen. Troubleshooting and problem resolution: 1. Check to see if any of the following devices are located less than one meter from the computer: refrigerators, electric fans, electric dryers, UPS systems, regulators, fluorescent lamps or other computers that may be generating magnetic interference. 2. Move any interfering devices away from the computer. 3. If the problem persists, contact Lenovo Service.
Problem: No sound from headphones. Troubleshooting and problem resolution: • Check the headphone cable connection — ensure that the headphone cable is securely inserted into the headphone connector. • Adjust the Windows volume control — select the speaker icon from the Settings Charm or click the arrow on taskbar to show the hidden icons in Windows desktop mode, then click the speaker icon. Ensure that the volume is turned up and the sound is not muted.
Troubleshooting Problems Hard Disks Problem: The capacity of the hard disk, as indicated by the system, is less than the nominal capacity. Troubleshooting and problem resolution: For computers equipped with the OneKey Recovery feature, the system recovery feature needs to occupy some hard disk space. This may account for the apparent hard disk capacity deficit. Further Technical Explanation: The nominal capacity of the hard disk is expressed in the decimal system as 1000 bytes.
Windows Help and Support If you have a problem with the operating system, see the Windows Help and Support file. To open the Windows Help and Support file, do one of the following: • Select the Settings charm, then select Help. • Press Windows key + F1. You can read the Windows Help and Support file on your computer. You can also get online help and support by clicking on one of the two links listed under More to explore.
Performing Daily Maintenance Tasks Cleaning the computer components Because many of the computer components consist of sophisticated integrated circuit boards, it is very important to periodically clean the computer to prevent dust buildup. The cleaning supplies you need to clean the components include: a vacuum cleaner, a soft cotton cloth, pure water (preferably purified or distilled water) and cotton swabs. Attention: Before you clean your computer, disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet.
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Enabling ErP compliance mode You can enable the energy-related products directive (ErP) compliance mode through the Power menu in the Setup Utility program. This mode reduces electricity consumption when your computer is in standby mode or turned off. To enable ErP compliance mode in the Setup Utility program, do the following: 1. Repeatedly press and release the F1 key when turning on the computer to start the Setup Utility program. 2.
