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Aspire 1820PT / 1420P Series
Quick Guide
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© 2009. All Rights Reserved.
Aspire 1820PT / 1420P Series Quick Guide
Original Issue: 10/2009
Aspire 1820PT / 1420P Series Notebook PC
Model number: __________________________________
Serial number: ___________________________________
Date of purchase: ________________________________
Place of purchase: ________________________________
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First things first
We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for
meeting your mobile computing needs.
Your guides
To help you use your Acer notebook, we have designed a set of guides:
First off, the Ju
computer.
The As
pire Series Generic User Guide contains useful information applying to all
models in the Aspire product series. It covers basic topics such as using the
keyboard and audio, etc. Please understand that due to its nature, the Generic
User Guide as well as the AcerSystem User Guide mentioned below will
occasionally refer to functions or features which are only contained in certain
models of the series, but not necessarily in the model you purchased. Such
instances are marked in the text with language such as "only for certain
models".
The Quick Gu
computer. For more on how your computer can help you to be more productive,
please refer to the AcerSystem User Guide. This guide contains detailed
information on such subjects as system utilities, data recovery, expansion
options and troubleshooting. In addition it contains warranty information and
the general regulations and safety notices for your notebook. It is available in
Portable Document Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on your notebook.
Follow these steps to access it:
st for Starters... poster helps you get started with setting up your
ide introduces you to the basic features and functions of your new
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1 Click on
2 Click on AcerSystem
Start, All Programs, AcerSystem.
Note: Viewing the file requires Adobe Reader. If Adobe Reader is not
installed on your computer, clicking on AcerSystem User Guide will run the
Adobe Reader setup program first. Follow the instructions on the screen to
complete the installation. For instructions on how to use Adobe Reader,
access the Help and Support menu.
User Guide.
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Your Acer notebook tour
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After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters... poster,
let us show you around your new Acer notebook.
Top view
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# Icon Item Description
1 Acer Crystal Eye
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webca
2 Display screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD),
Web camera for video communication.
ys computer output
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(Configuration may vary by models).
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# Icon Item Description
3 P Programmable
key
4
Backup key Press to start automatic backup
Launch predefined programs or user-
efined programs at a push of a button.
d
procedure.
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HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is
active.
Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is activated.
Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated.
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Power
Battery
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Indicates the computer's power status.
Indicates the computer's battery status.
1. Charging: The lig
ht shows amber when
the battery is charging.
2. Fully charged: The lig
ht shows blue
when in AC mode.
Bluetooth
communication
Indicates the status of Bluetooth
communication. (only for certain models)
indicator
Communication
indicator
7 Click buttons (left
right)
and
Indicates the status of WLAN / 3G
communication.
The left and right buttons function like
the left and right mouse buttons.
8 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which
tions like a computer mouse.
func
9 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands
you use the computer.
when
10 Keyboard For entering data into your computer.
11 Stylus A pen tool for entering
data into your
computer.
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Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording.
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13 Magnetic lock
A lock that snaps into place to prevent
the screen from inadvertently rotating.
1. The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed
up.
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Hotkeys
The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the
computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output.
To activate hotkeys, press and hold the <F
in the hotkey combination.
Note: Hotkeys are not available from the virtual keyboard.
Hotkey Icon Function Description
<Fn> + <F1>
Power
management
<Fn> + <F2>
System
property
<Fn> + <F3>
<Fn> + <F4>
Bluetooth Enables / disables the Bluetooth
Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode.
n> key before pressing the other key
Launch Windows power
management.
Starts System Property for displaying
system information.
function. (only for certain models)
<Fn> + <F5>
<Fn> + <F6>
<Fn> + <F7>
<Fn> + <F8>
<Fn> + < >
<Fn> + < >
<Fn> + < >
<Fn> + < >
Display toggle Switches display output between the
display screen, external monitor (if
connected) and both.
Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight off
to save power. Press any key to
return.
Touchpad
toggle
Speaker
Turns the internal touchpad on and
off.
Turns the speakers on and off.
toggle
Brightness up Increases the screen brightness.
Brightness
Decreases the screen brightness.
down
Volume up Increases the sound volume.
Volume down Decreases the sound volume.
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Closed front view
# Icon Item Description
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2 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo
Communication key Enables / disables the WLAN / 3G
functions.
dio output.
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Rear view
# Icon Item Description
1
Battery bay Houses the computer's battery
pack.
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Left view
# Icon Item Description
1
2
3 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool, even
4 HDMI HDMI port Supports high definition digital video
5
External display
(VGA) port
DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter.
USB 2.0 port Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB
Connects to a display device (e.g.,
external monitor, LCD projector).
after pro
co
mouse, USB camera).
longed use.
nnections.
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Right view
# Icon Item Description
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2
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Multi-in-1 card
reader
Headphones/
speaker/line-out
jack with
S/PDIF support
Microphone-in jack
USB 2.0 port Connects to USB 2.0 devices
Power button /
indicator
Kensington lock slot
Ethernet (RJ-45)
port
Accepts Secure Digital (SD),
MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory
Stick (MS), Memory Stick PRO (MS
PRO), xD-Picture Card (xD)
Note: Push to remove/install the card.
Only on
given time.
Connects to audio line-out devices
(e.g., speakers, headphones).
Accepts inputs from external
m
icrophones.
(e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).
Slide the power button to turn the
computer on and off. / Indicates the
computer's power status.
Connects to a Kensington-compatible
computer security lock.
Note: W
lock cable around an immovable
object such as a table or handle of a
locked drawer. Insert the lock into the
notch and turn the key to secure the
lock. Some keyless models are also
available.
Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000based network.
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e card can operate at any
rap the computer security
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Base view
# Icon Item Description
1
Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack.
2
3
4 Ventilation slots and
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Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk
(secured with screws).
Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory.
ooling fan
c
Battery lock Locks the battery in position.
Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal.
Enable the computer to stay cool, even
after prolonged use.
Note: Do not cover or obstruct the
op
ening of the fan.
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Specifications
Operating
system
Platform
System memory
Display
Graphics
Communication
Audio
Storage
subsystem
Privacy control
Dimensions
and weight
• Genuine Windows
• Intel
• Intel
• Intel
• Mobile Intel
• Dual-Channel SDRAM support
• Up to 4 GB of DDR3 1066 MHz memory, upgradeable
to 8 GB using two soDIMM modules
• 11.6" HD 1366 x 768
• Convertible display
• Mobile Intel
• Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam*
• WWAN: UMTS/HSPA at 850/900/1900/2100 MHz and
quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE (850/900/1800/1900
MHz)*
• WLAN:
• Intel
• Intel
• Intel
• WPAN: Bluetooth
• LAN: Gigabit Ethernet; Wake-on-LAN ready
• Optimized 2nd Generation Dolby
audio enhancement
• High-definition audio support
• S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) support for
digital speakers
• MS-Sound compatible
• Built-in microphone
• 2.5" hard disk drive
• Multi-in-1 card reader
• BIOS user, supervisor, HDD passwords
• Kensington lock slot
• 285 (W) 208.9 (D) 28.5/34.5 (H) mm
(11.22 x 8.22 x 1.12/1.36 inches)
• 1.72 kg (3.79 lbs.) (non-3G SKU)
®
7
®
Core™2 Duo processor*
®
Pentium® mobile processor*
®
Celeron® mobile processor*
®
GS45 Express Chipset
®
GS45 Express Chipset
®
WiFi Link 5100 802.11a/b/g/Draft-N*
®
WiFi Link 5100 802.11a/b/g*
®
WiFi Link 1000*
®
2.1+Enhanced Data Rate (EDR)*
®
Sound Room
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Power
subsystem
Special keys
and controls
I/O interface
Environment
Note: * Only for certain models.
• ACPI 3.0
• 62.16 W 5600 mAh
• 3-pin 30 W AC adapter
• ENERGY STAR
®
*
• 84-/85-/88-key keyboard
• Multi-gesture touchpad pointing device
• Multi-in-1 card reader (SD/MMC/MS/MS PRO/xD)
• USB 2.0 port
• HDMI
™
port with HDCP support
• External display (VGA) port
• Headphones/speaker/line-out jack with S/PDIF
support
• Microphone-in jack
• Ethernet (RJ-45) port
• DC-in jack for AC adapter
• Temperature:
• Operating: 5 °C to 35 °C
• Non-operating: -20 °C to 65 °C
• Humidity (non-condensing):
• Operating: 20% to 80%
• Non-operating: 20% to 80%
Note: The specifications listed above are for reference only. The
exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased.
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