Third Generation Intel Powered Classmate PC User’s Manual
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Contents Before You Start ......................................................................................... 1 Attention: Teachers and Parents.............................................................................1 For Your Safety ...........................................................................................................1 Caring for Your Notebook.......................................................................................2 Regulatory Information .......................
Using the Notebook..................................................................................19 Using the Keyboard................................................................................................. 19 Using the Touch Pad ............................................................................................... 20 Using the Touch Screen ......................................................................................... 21 Rotating the Display Panel ............................
Before You Start Attention: Teachers and Parents This product is an educational tool designed for school age children, ages 6 and up. Make sure that students understand this product is an educational tool and not a toy. Students must be supervised by an adult when using this notebook. Explain to students the safe and proper handling of the notebook, power supply, battery pack, and power cord.
• Do not expose to rain or moisture. • Do not leave the notebook turned on or plugged in when enclosed in a nonvented container, such as a backpack, as overheating may occur. Caring for Your Notebook 2 • Do not spray water or any other cleaning fluids directly on the display. • Do not clean the notebook when it is plugged into a wall socket. • Make sure the notebook is turned off before cleaning, and clean with a slightly damp cloth.
Regulatory Information Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment 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.
SAR Exposure This device has been tested for compliance with FCC RF Exposure (SAR) limits in typical flat configurations. In order to comply with SAR limits established in the ANSI C95.1 standards, it is recommended when using a CF card that the integrated antenna is positioned more than 1.5cm from your body or nearby persons during extended periods of operation. Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 the FCC Rules.
• TBR21 (ETSI TBR21) Terminal Equipment. • EN60950 (IEC60950) I.T.E. Product Safety Attachment Limitations Statement Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.
• The attachment plug must be a two-pole, grounded type with a Japanese Industrial Standard C8303 (15 A, 125 VAC) configuration. Other Countries • The cord set fittings must bear the certification mark of the agency responsible for evaluation in a specific country. Acceptable agencies are: • CCC (China) • The flexible cord must be of a HAR (harmonized) type HO5VVF 3conductor cord with a minimum conductor size of 0.03 square inches.
• To obtain a replacement battery, contact your local dealer. • Do not expose the battery pack to high storage temperatures (above 60°C, 140°F). • When discarding a battery pack, contact your local waste disposal provider regarding local restrictions on the disposal or recycling of batteries. • Use only supplied AC Adapter for charging. Caution: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Only qualified service technicians should replace and discard the battery pack.
Der Arbeitsplatzbezogene Schalldruckpegel nach DIN 45 635 betragt 70dB (A) oder weniger. Zum Netzanschlua dieses Gerates ist eine geprufte Leitung zu verwenden. Fur einen Nennstrom bis 6A und einem Gerategewicht groBer 3kg ist eine Leitung nicht leichter als (1) H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75mm2 (2) 2X0.75 mm2 conductors einzusetzen. Die Steckdose muB nahe dem Gerat angebracht und leicht zuganglich sein. Caution: This part is hot. Be careful. Vorsicht: Diese Flachewird sehr heiss.
Touring the Notebook µ Front 1. Built-in web camera 2. LCD display 3. 4. Stereo speakers Keyboard 5. Touch pad 6. Microphone 7. LED status indicators 8. Bezel button Use the built-in web camera for video conferencing. Contents of the current system operation are displayed here. The stereo speakers allow for audio output. Use the keyboard to enter data. Use the touch pad and two buttons as a mouse. See “Using The Touch Pad”. The built-in microphone allows the notebook to receive audio input.
µ Left view 10 1. External monitor port 2. USB port 3. Memory card slot 4. Power latch Use this port to connect to an external monitor. Use this port to connect Universal Serial Bus devices. The notebook supports v.2.0 of the USB standard. Insert a memory card into this slot to read the stored data on the notebook. Use this latch to turn your notebook on and off. See “Switching the Power On”.
µ Right view 1. Stylus pen slot 2. Microphone jack 3. Headphone jack 4. Ventilation opening 5. USB port 6. LAN (RJ-45) port The stylus pen for the touch screen is stored here. Use the microphone jack to connect an external microphone. Use the headphone jack to connect an external headphone set. The ventilation opening allows the notebook to cool off and prevent overheating. Do not block this opening when the notebook is turned on. Use this port to connect Universal Serial Bus devices.
µ Back 1. 2. 3. 12 Power adapter port Handle Name field Connect your AC adapter to this port to power up your notebook and charge the battery pack. Use the handle to carry the notebook. Place your name tag here.
µ Base 1. Battery bay 2. Battery lock switch 3. Battery release latch 4. Ventilation openings The battery pack is stored here. Use the battery lock switch to lock the battery pack in the battery bay. Use the battery release latch to release the battery pack from the battery bay. The ventilation openings allow the notebook to cool off and prevent overheating. Do not block these openings when the notebook is turned on.
Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of the third generation Intel powered Classmate PC. Your notebook features a built-in web camera, rotating LCD display panel, and touch screen functions. In this section, you will be introduced to the basic operations of your notebook. Installing the Battery To install the battery pack: 14 1. Make sure the notebook is turned off. 2. Align and insert the battery pack into the battery bay.
To remove the battery pack: 1. Make sure the notebook is turned off. 2. Slide the battery lock switch left into the unlocked position. 3. Slide and hold the battery release latch, and slide the battery pack up. 4. Align the end of the battery pack ridge with the dip on the sides of the battery bay. 5. Lift and remove the battery. Note You must charge the battery pack for at least six hours before using it for the first time.
Opening the LCD Panel To open the LCD panel: 1. Steady the base of the notebook with one hand. 2. Hold a corner of the LCD panel with the other hand. 3. Gently raise the LCD panel to the upright position. A Warning Note Never slam the LCD panel shut, as this may damage the notebook. Do not grip the web camera when trying to open or close the LCD panel. Switching the Power On Once you have connected your AC adapter or charged the battery pack, you can power on your notebook.
To switch the power on: Slide the power latch towards you and release. To switch the power off: 1. Make sure all applications are turned off. 2. Slide the power latch towards you and release. A Warning • Never turn the notebook off during the POST, or an unrecoverable error may occur. • Never turn the notebook off while the hard disk is in use, or system data may be lost or corrupted.
LED Status Indicators The notebook has LED status indicators on the top of the LCD panel and to the left of the LCD display, allowing you to see the system and power status of your notebook at a glance. Green light indicates the numeric keypad is activated. Green light indicates the caps-lock is activated. Green light indicates the system is reading/writing data. Green light indicates the system is on. Green light indicates the battery is fully charged and the AC adapter is plugged in.
Using the Notebook Using the Keyboard You can use certain key combinations to quickly configure system settings. Graphic symbol Action System control Fn + F1 Turn the WLAN module off or on. Fn + F2 Enter the sleep mode. Fn + F3 Turn off the volume output. Fn + F4 Decrease the speaker volume. Fn + F5 Increase the speaker volume. Fn + F6 Switch the display between the LCD panel and the external monitor. Fn + F7 Decrease the brightness of the LCD. Fn + F8 Increase the brightness of the LCD.
Using the Touch Pad The touch pad includes a touch-sensitive pad and two buttons, and can be used like a mouse. You can move the cursor on the screen, select items, and call up menus. • To move the cursor on the screen, move the tip of your finger across the touch pad. • To left-click, press the left button once. • To double click, quickly press the left button twice. • To right-click, press the right button once.
Using the Touch Screen The display panel of your notebook also works as a touch screen. You can use the stylus pen to control system operations, or as a pen for writing or illustration applications. The first time you power on the notebook, follow the on screen instructions to activate the touch screen. A Warning Do not tap or write on the screen with excessive force. Doing so may damage the LCD display. Rotating the Display Panel The display panel of your notebook can rotate up to 180 degrees.
3. Turn 180 degrees until the display panel gently snaps into place. A Warning 22 Do not try to turn the display panel in the opposite direction, or more than 180 degrees.
To use the display panel as a writing pad: 1. Make sure the display panel has been rotated 180 degrees. 2. Hold the display panel by one or both of the upper corners. 3. Gently lower the display panel to the closed position.
Using the Web Camera The built-in web camera can rotate up to 180 degrees, and is equipped with an internal sensor to automatically switch to the correct orientation. You can rotate the web camera back and forth to use on both sides of the display panel. To rotate the web camera: 1. Hold the edge of the web camera with your thumb and index finger. 2. Use your thumb to push the bottom edge of the web camera up. 3. Gently turn outwards until it locks into the 180 degrees position.
Conserving the Battery Power You can use a combination of key controls to enter the sleep or hibernation mode to conserve the battery power. • In the sleep mode, hardware devices, such as the display panel and hard disk, are turned off to conserve energy. • In the hibernation mode, all system data are saved in the hard disk before powering down. No power or very little power is drawn from the battery module. To enter the sleep mode: Press and hold [Fn + F2]. To enter the hibernation mode in Windows: 1.
BIOS Setup The BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) Setup Utility runs and maintains a variety of hardware functions. It is a menu-driven software, which allows you to easily configure and change the settings. When turning on the notebook for the first time, you may get a message prompting you to run the BIOS Setup Utility. Entering BIOS Setup Turn on the power, and press the DEL key quickly when the POST (Power-On Self Test) is running.
• System Memory: Displays the amount of conventional memory detected during boot. • Extended Memory: Displays the amount of extended memory detected during boot. Advanced Setup In this menu you can configure advanced settings. • Wake On LAN: When enabled, turning on wireless LAN will cause the system to exit the sleep or hibernation mode. • Summary screen: When enabled, system configuration is displayed during boot.
Security Setup In this menu you can set up supervisor and user passwords to protect system information and limit third party access. • Supervisor Password Is: Displays the supervisor password. • User Password Is: Displays the user password. • Set Supervisor Password: Enter and confirm your new password. You will be asked to enter this password each time you enter the setup utility. • Set User Password: The supervisor password must be set before you can set the user password.
Note • • Passwords are not case sensitive. Write the passwords down and keep in a safe location. If you forget the passwords, the notebook may need to be sent back to the factory or to an authorized service dealer to reset the passwords. Boot Setup In this menu you can decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system.
Exit Setup • Exit Saving Changes: Exit system setup and save your changes to CMOS. • Exit Discarding Changes: Exit system setup without saving changes to CMOS. • Load Setup Defaults: Load default values for all setup items. • Discard Changes: Load previous values from CMOS for all setup items. • Save Changes: Save setup data to CMOS.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting activity should only be performed by an adult. Your notebook has been fully tested and complies with the system specifications before shipping. However, incorrect operations and/or mishandling may cause problems. You may also encounter simple setup or operating problems that can be solved by considering the following suggestions. If the problem persists, contact your dealer for service. • Make sure the AC adapter is properly plugged into the notebook and a wall outlet.
Specifications Items Dimensions (W x D x H) Weight Target CPU Core Logic System Memory System Storage Boot ROM LCD Touch screen 5-wire 8.9’’ ITO resistive touch screen Graphics Graphics Memory Embedded in Intel 945GSE Share system memory USBx2, Headphone out, Mic-in, DC-in RJ-45 VGA-Out HD audio codec, ALC269. Headphone out, Mic-in, Internal mono MIC, Internal stereo speakers WLAN 802.
Index A F S AC adapter factory settings switching the power on and off, 16 replacing, 5 restoring, 30 B H battery headphones, 11 K installing, 14 keyboard status indicators, 15, 18 controls, 19 L external monitor connecting, 10 touch screen, 21 stylus pen, 11, 21 using as writing pad, 23 rotating, 21 M U memory card USB care and maintenance, 2 E touch pad, 20 opening, 16 BIOS C T LCD display bezel button, 9 configuration, 26 settings, 26 status indicators, 18 charging time, 15