Benq Joybook R58, Joybook R57 User Manual
Joybook
R57/R58 Series
User Manual
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Joybook models covered by
this manual
This manual contains the information about the following
Joybook model:
• Joybook R57/R58 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.
Table of Contents
Overview ......................................................................................... 1
About this book...........................................................................1
Typographics...............................................................................2
Getting started ................................................................................ 3
Package contents.........................................................................3
Getting your Joybook ready for use ........................................... 3
Expanding the capabilities of your Joybook..............................6
Touring your Joybook.................................................................... 8
Front view....................................................................................8
......................................................................................................8
Left side view ............................................................................... 9
Right side view ..........................................................................11
Rear view ...................................................................................13
Bottom view ..............................................................................14
Indicators...................................................................................15
Getting started with Windows Vista........................................... 16
Turning off your Joybook properly .........................................16
Using Windows Mobility Center .............................................17
Using your Joybook...................................................................... 18
Using the touchpad................................................................... 18
Using the keyboard ...................................................................20
Function hotkeys ................................................................20
Windows key shortcuts and other keys .............................22
Using built-in wireless connectivity (available on selected
models)......................................................................................24
Connecting to a wireless network:.....................................24
Using Bluetooth (available on selected models)..................... 26
Connecting to a Bluetooth device ..................................... 26
Sending a file to a Bluetooth device .................................. 30
Using the built-in webcam....................................................... 32
Using WebCam Companion 2 .......................................... 32
Main screen .................................................................. 32
Capturing still images or recording videos................. 33
Monitoring ................................................................... 34
Video chat..................................................................... 34
Using Magic-i Visual Effects.............................................. 34
Main features................................................................ 34
Adjusting resolution .................................................... 35
Using SRS.................................................................................. 35
Using BIOS setup ......................................................................... 36
When and how to use BIOS setup........................................... 36
Navigating the BIOS setup screen ........................................... 37
Main menu ......................................................................... 37
Advanced menu.................................................................. 38
Security menu..................................................................... 38
Boot menu .......................................................................... 38
Exit menu............................................................................ 39
Boot from LAN......................................................................... 39
Recovering your system using QDataTrove ............................... 40
Introduction to QDataTrove ................................................... 40
How to launch QDataTrove .................................................... 40
Using QDataTrove in Windows Vista..................................... 41
Table of Contents iii
Backing up your system......................................................41
Backing up your system into a single file ....................41
Backing up your system into a disc..............................41
Creating a restore point................................................42
Restoring your system.........................................................42
Restoring your system to factory default settings .......42
Restoring your system to your own backup system
image .............................................................................42
Restoring your system from a restore point................43
Reinstalling bundled applications and drivers............43
Creating recovery discs or Application and Driver
DVD.....................................................................................43
Creating a Factory Recovery DVD...............................43
Creating a User Recovery CD/DVD ............................44
Creating an Application and Driver DVD ..................44
Protecting your Joybook from viruses and other security
threats ........................................................................................45
Installing additional memory...................................................... 46
FAQ and troubleshooting............................................................ 49
General.......................................................................................49
Battery and power .....................................................................49
Connection ................................................................................51
System ........................................................................................51
Display .......................................................................................55
Cleaning and battery maintenance ............................................. 57
Battery maintenance .................................................................57
Cleaning your Joybook .............................................................57
Service and support...................................................................... 58
BenQ Joybook Global Online Service ......................................58
Joybook Overseas Regional Warranty (ORW) online
registration ................................................................................ 58
Appendix....................................................................................... 59
General safety information....................................................... 59
Safety information about the battery....................................... 59
Safety information about the power adapter .......................... 60
Disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment by
users in private households in the European Union. ............. 60
Declaration of Conformity....................................................... 61
Safety instructions for Poland, Romania, Slovenia, Bulgaria,
Latvia, and Croatia.................................................................... 62
Table of Contentsiv
Overview
About this book
This book provides you the main information about various
components in your Joybook and demonstrates how to use
them. The following are the major chapters of this book.
Chapter title Description
Overview Introduction to this book.
Getting started Information about beginning to
use your Joybook.
Touring your Joybook Introduction to the hardware
components of your Joybook.
Getting started with
Windows Vista
Using your Joybook Basic and advanced
Using BIOS setup Information about how to use
Recovering your
system using
QDataTrove
Basic information about
Windows Vista.
information about operating
your Joybook.
the BIOS setup utility.
Information about using system
recovery tools.
Installing additional
memory
FAQ and
troubleshooting
Cleaning and battery
maintenance
Service and support Joybook service and support
Appendix Important safety information.
Information about how to add
additional RAM memory.
Information about frequently
asked questions and
troubleshooting.
Information about cleaning and
battery maintenance.
information.
Overview 1
Ty po gr ap hi cs
The usage of notes, tips, and warnings in this manual is
specifically for different purposes, which are described as
follows:
Icon/
Symbol
< > or [ ] Keys on the
Item Meaning
Warning Information mainly to
Tip Useful information for
Note Supplementary information.
keyboard; User
Interface (UI)
on the screen
prevent the damage to
components, data, or
personal injury caused by
misuse and improper
operation or behavior.
completing a task.
Indicates a key on the
keyboard, or the UI on the
screen. Do not actually type
the symbols together with
the enclosed letters.
Overview2
Getting started
Depending on the model of your Joybook, the appearance may
be different from the illustrations shown in this manual.
Package contents
Before using your Joybook 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 Product Specification label
on the product carton. If any of the items are missing or appear
damaged, contact your dealer immediately. Save the packaging
in case you need to ship your Joybook for service.
Getting your Joybook ready for use
1. Installing the battery pack
Battery retainer B
Close the lid of your Joybook (if open). Turn your Joybook
upside down and place it on a soft clean cloth. With the label
side of the battery pack facing down, slide it gently into the
battery compartment until it snaps into place (1). Move "Battery
retainer B" to the left as shown to lock the battery pack into
place (2).
Getting started 3
2. Connecting the power
Connect the power cord to the power adapter.
Connect the power adapter to the power socket on your
Joybook.
• Power systems and plug types may vary depending on your
country/region.
• When the battery is charging, the battery indicator lights up in
amber. When the battery is fully charged, the light goes off.
• For details about the colors and meanings of the indicators,
refer to "Indicators" on page 15.
3. Opening your Joybook
Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. The Joybook will
automatically start charging the battery.
• The battery pack is shipped with low charge from the factory.
You can still use your Joybook while the battery is charging.
Getting started4
To open your Joybook, slide the latch to the right (1), and then
lift the lid up (2).
4. Performing initial setup
Press the Power button to start up your Joybook, and then
follow the on-screen instructions to complete the initial
Windows Vista setup.
• Your Joybook R57/R58 Series works best with Windows Vista®
Home Basic, Windows Vista® Home Premium, Windows
Vista® Business, or Windows Vista® Ultimate. Installing other
operating systems that have not been tested is not
recommended, and may not only void your warranty but also
affect the functionality of your Joybook.
• The actual operating system that comes with your Joybook
may vary. For details, refer to the Product Specification label
on the product carton.
Getting started 5
Expanding the capabilities of your Joybook
Connect an external display device (such as a monitor or
projector) to the 15-pin D-sub video socket of your Joybook
with a VGA cable.
To switch to the external display device or simultaneous
display, press the <Fn> + <F3> hotkey combination.
Getting started6
Connect USB peripherals to the USB port of your Joybook.
Insert a Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, SD, or MMC
memory card following the direction indicated on the card to
exchange files.
Connect an earphone to the audio output socket to output
sounds.
Connect a microphone to the microphone input socket to
record sounds.
Use the optical drive to access data on various kinds of discs and
enjoy movies or music.
Access local area network (LAN) by connecting a network cable
to the LAN port of your Joybook.
Getting started 7
Touring your Joybook
Front view
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
No. Front components
(1) Built-in microphone
Receives sounds and voices for recording.
(1)
(2)
(7) (8)
(2) Built-in webcam
A built-in 1.3 megapixel webcam that allows you
to capture still images, record videos, and chat
online. For details, refer to "Using the built-in
webcam" on page 32.
(3) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) panel
(4)
(5)
(6) Keyboard
(7) Indicators
(8) Touchpad
Power button
Turns your Joybook on or off.
Wireless/Bluetooth button
Press this button to enable/disable the wireless
LAN (WLAN) and Bluetooth functions. For details,
refer to "Using built-in wireless connectivity
(available on selected models)" on page 24 and
"Using Bluetooth (available on selected models)"
on page 26.
You can also use the <Fn> + <F2> hotkey combination
to enable/disable the WLAN and Bluetooth functions.
Refer to "Indicators" on page 15 for details.
Refer to "Using the touchpad" on page 18 for
details.
Touring your Joybook8
Left side view
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6)
No. Left-side components
(1)
LAN (Local Area Network) port (RJ-45
connector)
Allows the Joybook to connect to a 10/100Mbps
fast Ethernet 100BASE-T network.
Please be careful to avoid plugging a RJ-11 phone
cable connector in the RJ-45 port. This will damage the
LAN port. They look similar, but the RJ-45 connector is
wider than the RJ-11 connector, and has more
conductors.
(2) Ventilation holes
For dissipating heat and keeping your Joybook at
an optimal temperature.
To prevent overheating, do not obstruct the vent. For
example, do not use the Joybook in bed where a
blanket may inadvertently cover the vent and block the
airflow.
(3)
USB ports
For connecting peripherals such as mice, digital
cameras and MP3 players that use the USB 2.0
interface.
Touring your Joybook 9
(4)
Microphone input socket
Can be used to connect to a microphone for
recording sounds.
This socket is for 3.5mm analog audio plugs. It
accepts both mono and stereo plugs.
(5)
Audio output socket
Can be used to connect to an earphone/headset
or external speaker for playing the Joybook audio.
(6)
Four-in-One memory card slot
For a Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, SD, or
MMC memory card.
Touring your Joybook10
Right side view
(1) (2) (3) (4)
No. Right-side components
(1) DVD/CD-RW Combo/DVD-Dual/DVD Super-
Multi drive (varying by model)
The type of the optical drive varies by model, and the
support of disc types depends on the optical drive that
comes with your Joybook.
Supports multi-functional optical module for
reading music CDs, VCDs and DVDs or burning
CD-R/CD-RW or DVD+R/DVD-R/DVD+RW/DVDRW/DVD-RAM (optional) discs. Discs can be
inserted/ejected by pressing the small ejection
button on the drive.
(2) Optical drive indicator
Flashes in green when the Joybook is accessing
data in the optical drive.
(3) Optical drive ejection button
Discs can be inserted/ejected by pressing this
ejection button.
Touring your Joybook 11
(4) Manual tray opening
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 (like an
opened paper clip) into the tray ejection hole next
to the ejection button to release the disc tray.
Touring your Joybook12
Rear view
No. Top/rear components
(1) (2) (3) (4)
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
Power socket
For connecting AC power supply to power the
Joybook and charge the battery.
Anti-theft Kensington lock slot
You can attach an anti-theft Kensington lock and
cable to this slot to help prevent possible theft.
15-pin D-sub video socket
For connecting external display devices, such as
monitors and projectors.
USB port
For connecting peripherals such as mice, digital
cameras and MP3 players that use the USB 2.0
interface.
Touring your Joybook 13
Bottom view
(1) (2) (3)
(4)
(5) (5)
No. Bottom components
(1) Battery retainer A
Secures the battery in place.
(2) Battery pack
Supplies power to the Joybook when external
power is not connected.
(3) Battery retainer B
Secures the battery in place.
Touring your Joybook14
(4) Memory expansion slot cover
Inside the cover, you can find the memory slot of
the Joybook.
• To remove the cover, a small Phillips head
screwdriver is required.
• For more information about adding additional
memory, the limit of maximum memory, or the types
of BenQ certified memory modules for your Joybook,
refer to "Installing additional memory" on page 46.
(5) Speakers
Indicators
(1) (2)
No. Indicators
(1) Power button indicator
• When the system is on, it lights up in amber.
• When the system is in Sleep mode, it blinks in
amber.
• When the system is off or in Hibernation, the
light goes off.
(2) Wireless/Bluetooth button indicator
• When WLAN or/and Bluetooth is turned on, it
lights up in amber.
• When WLAN and Bluetooth are both turned off,
the light goes off.
(3) (4) (5)
No. Indicators
(3)
(4)
(5)
Caps Lock indicator
Lights up in amber when the <Caps Lock> key is
enabled.
Battery indicator
• When the battery is charging, it lights up in
amber.
• When the battery is fully charged, the light goes
off.
• When the battery is running low, it blinks in
amber.
Hard disk/optical drive activity indicator
Flashes in amber when the Joybook is accessing
data in the hard disk or optical drive.
Touring your Joybook 15
Getting started with Windows Vista
Depending on your purchased model, your Joybook may come
pre-installed with the latest Microsoft operating system:
Windows Vista® Home Basic, Windows Vista® Home Premium,
Windows Vista® Business, or Windows Vista® Ultimate.
When you first set up your Joybook, you may want to find
information about the following topics. Refer to the user
manual that is supplied with your operating system, or search
from Help and Support in the Start menu.
• How to set the system region settings, date, and time.
• How to set system administrator and user security logins and
settings.
• How to install, setup and run anti-virus software.
• How to name the computer for network identification.
• How to connect to a local network wirelessly or by cable.
• How to connect to another computer over a network and share
files.
• How to connect with a network or shared printer.
• How to connect to the Internet.
• How to register Windows and other packaged software.
• How to update Windows with the latest service packs and
security patches.
• How to synchronize the system clock with an Internet time
server.
• How to locate, download, and install latest system device
drivers.
• How to setup scheduled events for system maintenance.
Tur ning off yo ur Joybo ok properly
By Windows default, the Start menu power button puts
your Joybook into Sleep mode. Therefore, if you wish to turn off
the power of your Joybook completely, click the Start menu,
click the arrow next to the Lock button, and then click Shut
Down.
Alternatively, you can customize the function of the Start menu
power button by following the steps below:
1. Right-click the battery meter icon ( or ) in the
notification area located in the lower right corner of the
desktop, and then click Power Options.
Getting started with Windows Vista16
2. On the Select a power plan screen, click Change plan settings
under the selected plan.
3. Click Change advanced power settings.
4. On the Advanced settings tab, double-click Power buttons
and lid to expand this category.
5. Then, double-click Start menu power button to expand this
item.
6. To specify the action to take when you press the Start menu
power button, click On battery or Plugged in, and then select
the desired setting from the drop-down list.
The Start menu power button may look different according to
your settings.
Appearances Functions
Puts your Joybook into Sleep mode.
Shuts down your Joybook.
Installs the Windows updates when
available, and then shuts down your
Joybook after the installation is
complete.
This form of power button is only
available when you've set your
Joybook to receive updates
automatically.
Using Windows Mobility Center
Windows Mobility Center is a convenient location where you
can quickly access your Joybook's settings, such as brightness,
volume, battery status, and wireless network, etc.
To open Windows Mobility Center, press the + <X>
hotkey combination, or do one of the following:
• Click Start, Control Panel, Mobile PC, and then click Windows
Mobility Center.
• Click the battery meter icon ( or ) in the notification
area located in the lower right corner of the desktop, and then
click Windows Mobility Center.
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