Benq Joybook R22 User Manual

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Touring Your Joybook

Depending on the model of your Joybook, the appearance may be different from those shown in this manual.

Speakers

Generates sounds from Joybook. Power Button

Turns Joybook on or off. Keyboard

Allows you to input data as well as access various special functions. Touch Pad

You can use the touch pad to conveniently control the cursor on the screen.

• To move the cursor, gently move your finger on the touch pad. The cursor will move accordingly.

• Tap on the touch pad once to execute the same action as clicking on the left button of a

mouse.

• Tap twice to execute the same action as double-clicking.

Left and Right Selection Buttons

Equivalent to the left and right buttons on a m o use.

Top Cover Switch

Locks the top cover and keeps it closed. Built-in Microphone

Receives sounds and voices for recording. External Microphone Connector

Connects to a microphone for recording sounds and voices. Audio Outpu t Connector

Connects to various audio devices, such as earphones or external speakers for outputting sounds and voices from Joybook.

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Indicator Lights

Optical Drive Activity Indicator Flashes green when Joybook is accessing data on the disc in the DVDROM/DVD-Combo/DVD+RW/DVD-Dual drive.

Hard Disk Drive Activity Indicator Flashes green when Joybook is accessing data in the hard disk drive.

Num Lock Indicator Lights up in green when the Num Lock function is activated (refer to "Function Hotkeys" on page 7 for details).

Caps Lock Indicator Lights up in green when the Caps Lock functi on is activated (refer to "Function Hotkeys" on page 7 for details).

Scroll Lock Indicator Lights up in green when the Scroll Lock function is activated (refer to "Function Hotkeys" on page 7 for details).

Wireless Network Indicator Lights up in green when Joybook is ready for wireless network connection. (This function works only if an optional Mini PCI wireless network card is installed.)

Power Indicator

• Lights up in green when Joybook power is on.

• Flashes green when Joybook has been put to the Standby mode.

Battery Indicator

• Lights up in green when the battery is fully charged and connected to AC power.

• Lights up in amber when the battery is being charged.

• Flashes red when the battery is almost completely discharged.

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Left Side View

Ventilation

Holes

VGA Port Allows Joybook to connect to external display devices, such as monitors and projec tors.

For dissipating heat and keeping Joybook at an optimal temperature.

USB Port For connecting peripherals such as mice, digital cameras and MP3 players that use the USB interface.

Modem Port Accepts an analog telephone line for use with the internal modem.

Ethernet Port Allows Joybook to conn ect to an 10/ 100BaseT Ethernet network.

PC Card Expansion Slot This slot accepts one Type-II PC card. You

can use it and various PC Cards on the market to further expand the capabilities of your Joybook.

Insert the PC Card into the slot following the direction indicated on the card and complete related driver settings according to the documentation of the card.

PC Card Ejection Button Before ejecting a PC card:

1. Quit all PC Card applications and shut down all PC card functions.

2. Push in, then release the PC card eject button, causing it to pop out.

3. When the button has popped out, push it in again to eject the PC card.

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Right Side View

DVD-ROM/DVD-Combo/DVD-Dual Drive (Optional) Supports multi-functional optical module for reading music CDs, VCDs and DVDs or burning CD-R/CD-RW or DVD+R/ DVD+RW discs. The disc tray can be opened by pressing the small ejection button on the drive.

If you wish to open the disc tray when your Joybook power is off, or it can't be opened using the ejection button, insert a pointed object into

the tray ejection hole next to the ejection button to force open the disc tray.

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Rear View

Anti-Theft Lock Hole You can install a cable lock to this hole to pr event theft.

Wireless Network Indicator Lights up in green when Joybook is ready for wireless network connection. (This function works only if an optional Mini PCI wireless network card is installed.)

Power Indicator

• Lights up in green when Joybook power is on.

• Flashes green when Joybook has been put to the Standby mode.

Battery Indicator

• Lights up in green when the battery is fully charged and connected to AC power.

• Lights up in amber wh en the battery is being charge d.

• Flashes red when the battery is almost completely discharged.

Power Jack Allows Joybook to conn ect to AC power.

S-Video Out Allows Joybook to outputs video signals to a television set or VCR via an S-Video cable.

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Bottom View

Hard Disk Drive Compartment

Accommodates the hard disk drive of Joybook.

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Battery Retainer A

Secures the battery in place. Battery Pack

Supplies power to Joybook when external power is not connected. Battery Retainer B

Secures the battery in place. Mini PCI Slot, Memory Expansion Slot and CPU Compartment

Accommodates the CPU and memory slot of Joybook. There is also a Mini PCI slot for using an optional Mini PCI card. Depending on your model, a Mini PCI wireless network card may have been pre-installed.

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Function Hotkeys

The Fn key located at the lower left corner of the keyboard is used with another key to perform the alternative function of a key. The letter "Fn" and the alternative functions are identified by the color of blue on the keytop. To perform a desired func t ion, first press and hold Fn, then press the other key. For example, to decrease speaker volume, press and hold the Fn key, and then press the F3 key.

Depending on the area where your Joybook is purchased, the keyboard may be different from that shown in this section.

Fn + F1 Switches the wireless network radio on

and off. Upon booting the Joybook, default setting is off.

Fn + F6 Decreases screen brightness. Fn +

NumLk

Activates or deactivates the n umeric keypad integrated in the keyboard (indicated by the

light gray shade in the illustration above). Fn + F3 Decreases speaker volume. Fn + F7 Increases screen brightness. Fn + F4 Increases speaker volume. Fn + F10 Switches Battery Low beep on or off. Fn + ScrLk Activates or deactivates the scroll lock funcFn + F5 Switches display between the screen and

an external monitor , or allows si multaneous display.

If the display mode is set to 256 colors

or lower, or in DOS mode, there will be only two modes available: CRT only and LCD & CRT.

Fn + F11 Switches the screen on or off. Fn + F12 Serves as the standby or hibernate button

that you can define with Windows' Power Management. (refer to "Setting up Fn+F12 Key Function" on page 11 for details)

tion. When activated, the screen moves one

line up or down when you press the up or

down arrow key (h, i).

Scroll Lock does not work in all programs.

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Windows Key Functionally equivalent to clicking the Start button on Win-

Shift + + M

Cancels minimization of all windows.

dows Taskbar.

+ Tab

Makes the next item on the Windows Taskbar active.

+ R

Activates the Run dialog. Application Key

+ E

Opens the My Computer wi ndow for browsing disks and files.

Provides the same function as the right touch pad button, bringing up a contextual pop-up menu.

+ M

Minimizes all windows.

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Getting Started with Windows XP

Your Joybook comes installed with Windows XP, Microsoft's lat est operating system for consumer PCs. The first time you start up your Joybook, Windows XP will ask you a few questions. Answer the questions to ensure that your full rights are protected.

the specification label on the packing carton to determine the correct keyboard type

After you are do ne an sw ering the q ues tions , J oybook will restart and then you will enter Windows XP for the first time. Click Start and select Help and Support in the menu that appears. The Help and Support Center will appear and you can find more information on how to use Windows XP here.

If you are asked to select the type of keyboard and you are not sure, please check

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Using the Battery and Power Related Functions

Charging the Battery

• Charging will not start if the battery's temperature is below 0 °C (32 °F) or above

°C (113°F).

• The charging process will stop and the Power Indicator flashes amber when the battery's temperature gets above 60 may be damaged. Please contact your dealer.

• During charging, do not disconnect the AC adapter before the battery has been fully charged; otherwise you will get a prematurely charged battery.

To charge the battery pack, connect the AC adapter to the computer and an electrical outlet. The Battery Indicator on Joybook lights up in amber to indicate

that charging is in progress. You are advised to keep Joybook power off while the battery is being charged. When the battery is fully charged, the Power Indicator lights up in green.

It takes approximately 3.2 hours to fully charge the Li-Ion battery pack when Joybook is off, and 4.5 hours to fully charge the Li-Ion battery pack when Joybook is on.

After the Joybook has been fully recharged, do not immediately disconnect and reconnect the AC adapter to charge it again. Doing so may damage the battery.

The battery level may automatically decrease due to the self-discharge process (0.21 % per day), even when the battery pack is fully charged (100 %). This happens no matter if the battery pack is installed in the Joybook.

°C (140 °F). If this happen s, the ba ttery pack

Initializing the Battery

You need to initialize a new battery pack before using it for the first time or when the actual operating time of a battery pack is much less than expected.

Initializing is the process of fully charging, discharging, and then charging. It can take several hours.

1. Make sure that the Joybook power is turned off. Connect the AC adapter to fully

charge the battery pack.

2. After the battery pack is fully charged, tur n on th e Joybook . When the BenQ

logo appears on the screen, press F2 to invoke the program.

3. Disconnect the AC adapter and leave the Joybook on until the battery is fully

discharged. The Joybook will shut down automatically.

4. Connect the AC adapter to fully charge the battery pack.

Checking the Battery Level

Any battery level indication is an estimated result. The actual operating time can be different from the estimated time, depending on how you are using the Joybook.

You can check the approximate battery level using the battery meter function of Windows. To read the battery level in Windows, click the icon on Windows

Ta skbar. (Click the icon if the computer is using AC power.)

Battery Low Signals and Actions

The Battery Low signal goes off when the battery has approximately 10% (Windows default setting) of its ch ar ge remaining. Joybook gives warning beeps or

messages and the Battery Indicator flashes red to alert you to take actions.

You can set up your threshold and Battery Low signals under Windows.

Immediately save your data upon Battery Low. The remaining operating time depends on how you are using the Joybook.

Always respond to Battery Low by placing your Joybook on Standby or Hibernation mode, turning off the computer, or connecting the AC adapter. If you do not take any action, the computer will automatically hibernate and turn off.

• If you are using a flash PC memory card, do not access the card during batte ry low periods. This is because the access may take longer than the time it takes the battery to run out of charge, thus making your access to the card unsuccessful.

• If you fail to save your data when the battery completely runs out of charge, then you lose your data.

Replacing the Battery

• There is danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace the battery only with the computer manufacturer's optional battery packs. Discard used batteries according to the dealer's instructions.

• Do not attempt to disassemble the battery pack.

If you often rely on battery power for a long period of time while traveling, you may consider the purchase of an additional battery pack from your dealer and keep it with you in a fully charged state as a backup.

To replace the battery pack:

1. Make sure that the computer is not turned on or connected to AC power.

2. Carefully place the computer upside down.

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3. Slide Battery Retainer A outward to the unlock position.

Battery Retainer A

4. Slide Battery Retainer B to the unlock position and, while still holding the retainer, pull the battery away from its compartment.

Battery Retainer B

5. Fit another battery pack into place and slide Battery Retainer A to the lock position.

Power Management

Your Joybook supports ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) for power management. The power management feature allows you to reduce the power consumption for energy saving.

With an ACPI-compliant operating system such as Windows XP, power supply to different computer components is controlled on an as-needed basis. This allows maximum power conservation and performance at the same time.

• Power to the hard disk is turned off when the hard disk has been idle for a set period.

• Power to the display is turned off when the display has been idle for a set period.

• When you press Fn+F12, close the cover, press the Power button or when the

entire system has been idle for a set period, the Joybook enters Standby or Hibernation mode. The hard disk and display are turned off and the entire system consumes less power.

For detailed information on power management, see Windows Help.

Hibernation

Hibernation is a very useful feature. People frequently open many applications when they use computers. It takes some time to get all these applications open and running, and normally they all have to be closed before the system can be turned off.

When you use the Hibernation feature, you do not have to close the applications. The Joybook stores the state of your operation to a file on the hard disk and then shut down. The next time you turn on your Joybook, you return to exactly where you left off.

Activating Hibernation

1.Right-click on Windows De sktop and the n select Properties from the menu that

appears.

2. In the window that follows, click the Screen Saver tab and then click Power....

3. Click the Hibernate tab and then check the Enable hibernation checkbox.

4. Click Apply, OK.

Setting up Fn+F12 Key Function

You can set up the action Windows performs (standby, hibernation or power off) when you press the Fn+F12 function key combination.

1.Right-click on Windows De sktop and the n select Properties from the menu that

appears.

2. In the window that follows, click the Screen Saver tab and then click Power....

3. Click the Advanced tab and then click to select Stand by, Hibernate, Shut down

or Ask me what to do from the When I press the sleep button on my computer drop-down menu.

4. Click Apply, OK.

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Using BIOS Setup

BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) is a layer of software, called firmware, that translates instructions from other layers of software into instructions that Joybook hardware can understand. The BIOS settings are needed by Joybook to identify the types of installed devices and establish special features.

You can visit http://Support.BenQ.com for latest BIOS updates.

When and How to Use BIOS Setup

You need to use BIOS Setup when:

• You see an error message on the screen requesting you to run BIOS Setup.

• You want to restore the factory default settings.

• You want to modify some spe cific settings according to the hardware.

• You want to modify some specific settings to optimize system performance.

• The BIOS Setup screen shown in this chapter is for your reference only. The actual items or settings on your Joybook may differ.

• The BIOS Setup program may have been updated after the publication of this manual.

• The settings you select in your operating system might override similar settings in BIOS Setup.

To run BIOS Setup, press the F2 key when the BenQ logo appears on the screen during system startup. The logo shows up on the screen for only a few seconds, so you must press the F2 key quickly. The BIOS Setup main screen will appear as follows.

The BIOS Setup screen can be divided into four areas:

• On the top line is the menu bar containing the titles of available menus. Each menu title contains a specific menu.

• The center left column of the menu contains information regarding the current settings of the system. If you open a pull-down menu and selec t an i tem that provides multiple options, the left column will display a submenu where you can make further selections.

• The right column of the menu contains details of the CPU and system memory.

• The bottom lines of the menu provide keyboard instructions for moving around

and making selections. When a men u item is highlighted, more detailed information is given.

Navigating the BIOS Setup Screen

Keyboard information can be found at the bottom of the screen. A brief description of keyboard usage is listed below:

Key Function

Left and right arrow keys (f, g)

Up and down arrow keys (h, i)

Enter

Tab Jumps from one item to another.

Esc

Selects a menu title.

• Selects an item or option.

• Brings up/down the value.

• Brings up the sub-menu when an item with the

arrow sign is selected.

• Opens or closes the option window when an item is selected.

• Exits BIOS Setup.

• Returns to the previous menu if in a sub-menu.

• Closes the options window if one is open.

Main Menu

The main menu contains the basic configuration settings of the system.

• Date and Time: sets the system date and time.

• Internal NumLock: sets if you can enter a number when Num Lock is turned off.

When this item is enabled, you can press and hold the Fn key, and then press a

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letter key to enter a number even if Num Lock is turned off. When this item is disabled, you cannot enter a number with the above method. A check mark (D) indicates enabled while underline (_) indicates disabled. Default setting is enabled.

Advanced Menu

The Advanced menu contains the I/O (Input/Output) configuration settings of the system.

Incorrect settings in this menu may cause your system to malfunction. You are advised to keep the default.

• IDE Settings: sets the timing for system hard disk. If the hard disk cannot support the the selected timing , system will choose the available one.

• Shared Memory: sets the shared memory size of the video controller.

This item is for Legacy VGA and SVGA mode only. When under Windows mode, the shared video memory is allocated directly by the VGA driver based on the size of your system memory.

• Burst Mode: allows you to enable or disable memory burst mode. If enabled, memory access speed can be increased, however, the stability of system performance can be effected. A checkmark (D) indicates enabled, while an underline (_) indicates disabled. The default setting is disabled.

• Battery Low Warning Beep: allows you to enable or disable the beep sound when battery is running low. A checkmark (D) indicates enabled, while an underline (_) indicates disabled. The default setting is enabled.

• APIC-IOAPIC Mode: allows you to enable or disable the APIC-IOAPIC Mode for managing system interrupts. A checkmark (D) indicates enabled, while an underline (_) indicates disabled. The default setting is enabled.

Security Menu

The Security menu contains the security settings, which safeguard your system against unauthorized use.

• Set Password: allows you to set the password for your system. When typing the password, first make sure that Num Lock is off, then type your password in the entry fields and press Enter. Confirm your password by typing it again and pressing Enter. If the Enable Password to Power-on sub-item is enabled, the set password is always required to boot the computer.

• Hard Disk Boot Sector: sets if a warning message will appear when the hard disk boot sector (partition table) has been changed. A checkmark (D) indicates enabled, while an underline (_) indicates disabled. The default setting is disabled.

Set this item to disabled before installing an operating system, running Fdisk or Format program. Otherwise, the intended action will fail.

Boot Menu

The Boot menu sets the sequence of the dev ices to be searched for the operating system.

Boot Device: sets the first, second, thir d, and fourth booting device. The system will try to boot from the first device but if it is not available, will try the next boot device.

To select a boot device manually, press the F9 key when the BenQ logo appears on the screen during Joybook startup. The boot menu will appear. Use the up and down arrow keys (h, i) to select a boot device and then press the Enter key to confirm.

If you set all booting options to the same device, then the computer will try to boot from that device only.

Exit Menu

The Exit menu displays ways of exiting BIOS Setup. After finished with your settings, you must save and exit so that the new settings can take effect.

• Save Changes and Exit: saves the changes you have made and exits BIOS Setup. After finished with your settings, you must save and exit so that the new settings can take effect.

• Discard Changes and Exit: exits BIOS Setup without saving the changes you have made.

• Get Default Values: loads factory default values for all the items.

• Load Previous Values: loads previously set values before running BIOS Setup.

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