Benq Joybook R31 User Manual
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Joybook R31 Series User’s Manual
Welcome
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Copyright
Copyright 2005 by BenQ Corporation. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system or
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Disclaimer
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implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties,
merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Further, BenQ Corporation
reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in
the contents hereof without obligation of this company to notify any person of such
revision or changes.
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Joybook Models Covered by This
Manual
This manual contains the information about the following Joybook models:
• Joybook R31 series
Please note that the actual hardware or software capabilities will vary according to
the model you purchased. To determine your Joybook model, please refer to the label
on the packing box, or the printing on your Joybook.
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Table of Contents
BenQ Joybook R31 Quick Start Guide.............................................................1
Package Contents ....................................................................................... 1
Getting Your Joybook Ready for Use........................................................ 1
Expanding the Capabilities of Your Joybook ........................................... 3
Touring Your Joybook ...................................................................................... 5
Indicator Lights .......................................................................................... 6
Left Side View............................................................................................. 7
Right Side View .......................................................................................... 8
Rear View.................................................................................................... 9
Bottom View............................................................................................... 10
Function Hotkeys....................................................................................... 11
Getting Started with Windows XP ...................................................................13
Using the Battery and Power Related Functions .............................................14
Charging the Battery .................................................................................. 14
Checking the Battery Level ........................................................................ 14
Battery Low Signals and Actions ............................................................... 14
Replacing the Battery ................................................................................. 14
Power Management ................................................................................... 15
Hibernation ................................................................................................ 15
Activating Hibernation ....................................................................... 15
Setting up Fn+F12 Key Function ....................................................... 15
Using BIOS Setup..............................................................................................16
When and How to Use BIOS Setup .......................................................... 16
Navigating the BIOS Setup Screen ............................................................ 16
Startup Menu....................................................................................... 16
Chipset Menu ...................................................................................... 17
Boot Menu ........................................................................................... 17
Exit Menu ............................................................................................ 17
Using the QMedia Bar ...................................................................................... 18
Setting Up QMedia Bar.............................................................................. 18
Sending and Receiving E-mail................................................................... 19
Getting Online............................................................................................ 19
Listening to Music and Creating Custom Music Collections.................. 20
QMusic Workspace ............................................................................. 20
Playing a Music CD............................................................................. 20
Creating a Playlist ................................................................................ 20
Converting CD Music into MP3 Format ...........................................21
Creating an MP3 Music CD................................................................ 21
Viewing Digital Photographs, Creating Slide Shows and Calendars .......22
Photo Explorer Workspace .................................................................22
Viewing Images.................................................................................... 22
Creating a Slide Show or Screensaver................................................. 22
Making a Calendar .............................................................................. 23
Watching DVD/VCD Movies .................................................................... 24
PowerDVD Control Panel .................................................................. 24
Region Code Settings........................................................................... 25
Basic Operations .................................................................................. 25
Burning CD/DVD Using Nero Express..................................................... 27
Wireless Magic - Using the Built-In Wireless Network Function ...........30
Protecting Your Joybook from Viruses and Other Security Threats....... 31
Connecting to External Display Devices ..........................................................32
Connecting to a VGA Display Device .......................................................32
S-Video Output ..........................................................................................33
Installing Additional Memory ..........................................................................34
Recovering Your System ...................................................................................37
Using the Windows System Restore Tool .................................................37
Using the Quick Recovery Function.......................................................... 37
Using the Recovery CDs............................................................................. 38
Reinstalling Software or Driver...........................................................38
FAQ and Troubleshooting ................................................................................39
General ........................................................................................................ 39
Battery and Power ...................................................................................... 39
Connection .................................................................................................40
System .........................................................................................................40
Display......................................................................................................... 43
Information on Safety, Cleaning, and Battery Maintenance ..........................44
Safety ...........................................................................................................44
Battery Maintenance .................................................................................. 44
Cleaning Your Joybook ..............................................................................44
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Service and Support.......................................................................................... 45
BenQ Joybook Global Online Service .......................................................45
Joybook Online Registration...................................................................... 45
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BenQ Joybook R31 Quick Start Guide
Package Contents
Before using your Joybook R31 for the first time, please check if you have all the
items with you. For details about what should be included in the package, refer to
the package contents label on the accessory box. If any of the items are missing or
appear to be damaged, contact your dealer. Save the packaging in case you need to
ship your Joybook for service.
Getting Your Joybook Ready for Use
1. Installing the battery
Turn your Joybook upside down and put it on a soft clean cloth. With the label
side of the battery facing up, slide it gently into the battery compartment until it
snaps into place. Move the release latch to the left as shown to lock the battery into
place.
2. Connecting the power
• Connect the power cord to the power adapter.
• Connect the power adapter to the power socket on your Joybook.
• Connect the power cord to a wall outlet and start charging the battery.
The power systems and plug types might vary depending on your country/region.
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When the battery is being chargd, the battery indicator lights up in amber. When the
battery is fully charged, the light turns into green.
For details about the colors and meanings of the indicators, refer to the figures in
Chapter 1 “Touring Your Joybook” on page 6.
3. Opening your Joybook
To open your Joybook, slide the latch to the right, and then lift the lid up.
4. Performing initial setup
Press the power button to start up your Joybook, and then follow the onscreen
instructions to complete the initial Windows XP setup.
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Expanding the Capabilities of Your Joybook
Connect an external display device (such as a monitor or projector) to the VGA
port of your Joybook.
Connect USB peripherals to the USB port of your Joybook.
Connect a telephone line to the modem port of your Joybook and dial-up to the
Internet.
Access local area network (LAN) by connecting a network cable to the LAN port
of your Joybook.
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Use various PC cards on the market by inserting one into the PC card slot of your
Joybook.
Connect an earphone or microphone to the earphone or microphone jack to output or record sounds.
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Use the optical drive to access data on various kinds of discs or enjoy DVD/VCD
movies.
Output video images on your Joybook to a TV or AV device by connecting it to
the S-Video socket on your Joybook.
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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.
M Speakers
Generates sounds from Joybook.
N Power Button
Turns Joybook on or off.
O Keyboard
Allows you to input data as well as access various special functions.
P 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
M
mouse.
• Tap twice to execute the same action as double-clicking.
R
Q
P
Q Left and Right Selection Buttons
N
Equivalent to the left and right buttons on a mouse.
O
R Built-in Microphone
Receives sounds and voices for recording.
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Indicator Lights
M Optical Drive Activity Indicator
Flashes green when Joybook is accessing data on the disc in the DVD-ROM/Combo/DVD-Dual drive.
N Hard Disk Drive Activity Indicator
Flashes green when Joybook is accessing data in the hard disk drive.
O Num Lock Indicator
Lights up in green when the Num Lock function is activated. For details, refer to "Function Hotkeys" on page 11.
M N O
P Q
R ST
P Caps Lock Indicator
Lights up in green when the Caps Lock function is activated.
Q Scroll Lock Indicator
Lights up in green when the Scroll Lock function is activated. For details, refer to "Function Hotkeys" on page 11.
R 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.)
S Power Indicator
• Lights up in green when Joybook power is on.
• Flashes green when Joybook is in Standby mode.
T 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 running low.
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Left Side View
R SM N O P Q T U
M S-Video Out
Allows Joybook to outputs video signals to
a television set or VCR via an S-Video
cable.
N USB 2.0 Port
For connecting peripherals such as mice,
digital cameras and MP3 players that use
the USB interface.
O Earphone/SPDIF Audio Out-
put Jack
Connects to various audio devices, such as
earphones or external speakers for outputting sounds and voices from Joybook.
P Microphone Input Jack
Connects to a microphone for recording
sounds and voices.
Q Ventilation Holes
For dissipating heat and keeping Joybook at
an optimal temperature.
R Modem Port
Accepts an analog telephone line for use
with the internal modem.
S Ethernet Port
Allows Joybook to connect to an 10/
100Base-TX Ethernet network.
T 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.
U 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
M N
M DVD-ROM/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/DVD-RAM
(optional) discs. Discs can be inserted/ejected 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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N USB 2.0 Port
For connecting peripherals such as mice, digital
cameras and MP3 players that use the USB interface.
O Power Jack
Allows Joybook to connect to AC power.
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Rear View
M N O
M Kensington Lock Hole
You can attach a Kensington-type lock and cable to this hole to prevent theft.
N USB 2.0 Ports
For connecting peripherals such as mice, digital cameras and MP3 players that use the USB
interface.
O VGA Port
Allows Joybook to connect to external display devices, such as monitors and projectors.
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Bottom View
Q
M
P
O
M Hard Disk Drive Compartment
Accommodates the hard disk drive of Joybook.
N Battery Retainer A
Secures the battery in place.
O Battery Pack
Supplies power to Joybook when external power is not connected.
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N
P Battery Retainer B
Secures the battery in place.
Q 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
You can use the function hotkeys to access commonly used functions or make quick settings. To use the hotkeys, press and hold the Fn (Function) key at the lower left corner
of the keyboard, and then press the desired hotkey.
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 Joybook,
default setting is off.
Fn + F3 Decreases speaker volume. F
Fn + F4 Increases speaker volume. F
Fn + F5 Switches display between the screen and
an external monitor, or allows simultaneous
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
Fn + F6 Decreases screen brightness. FFn +
NumLk
Activates or deactivates the numeric keypad
integrated in the keyboard (indicated by the
light gray shade in the illustration above).
n + F7 Increases screen brightness.
n + F10 Activates or deactivates the speakers. FFn + ScrLk Activates or deactivates the scroll lock func-
tion. When activated, the screen moves one
line up or down when you press the up or
down arrow key (K, L).
that you can define with Windows' Power
Management. For details, refer to "Setting
Scroll Lock does not work in all programs.
up Fn+F12 Key Function" on page 15.
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