Medion MD 8818 user Manual
Notes on this manual
Keep these instructions with your computer at all times. The
proper set up, use and care can help extend the life of your
computer. In the event that you transfer ownership of this
computer, please provide these instructions to the new owner.
This manual is divided into sections to help you locate the
information you require. Along with the Table of Contents at the
beginning of this manual, an Index has been provided to help you
find topical information.
If you want to start up your PC immediately, please read the
chapters Operational Safety (page 3) and Setting up and
Getting Started (page 8).
We strongly recommend you read this entire manual to ensure
the proper set-up and operation of your PC.
Many application programs incorporate extensive help functions.
As a general rule, you can access help functions by pressing F1 on
the keyboard. These help functions will be available to you while
you are using the Microsoft Windows
respective application program.
We strongly recommend that you read the Online Manual for
your PC, which can be found in the Start Menu.
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operating system or the
Information about your PC
This interactive manual is designed to provide additional
information about your PC as well as useful links accessible via
the World Wide Web.
Windows XP invites you to a tour (notes on the task bar) to
familiarize yourself with the operating system. We listed further
useful sources of information starting on page 63.
Audience
These instructions are intended for both the novice and advanced
user. Regardless of the possible professional utilisation, this PC is
designed for day-to-day household use. The functions and
applications for use with this PC have been designed with the
entire family in mind.
Purchase details
Enter your purchase details below for quick reference.
Serial Numbers ......................................
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(i.e. Microsoft
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Place and date of Purchase ......................................
You will find the PC serial number on the rear of the PC. Also copy
this number into your guarantee documents, if necessary.
Quality
Medion has selected the components in this computer for their
high level of functionality, ease of use, safety and reliability.
Through balanced hardware and software design we are able to
provide you with an innovative personal computer useful for
applications relating to both work and leisure.
We are pleased to welcome you as our newest customer. Thank
you for choosing our products.
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respective owners.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
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Table of contents
Safety.......................................................................... 1
Operational safety....................................................... 3
Data security ........................................................... 4
Setting up & Getting started....................................... 5
Included with your PC.................................................. 7
Setting up.................................................................. 8
Set-up location......................................................... 8
Ambient temperature ................................................ 8
Ergonomics.............................................................. 9
Connecting .............................................................. 12
Cabling ................................................................. 12
Front connectors .................................................... 14
Connecting speakers/audio output ............................ 15
PCs with surround sound....................................... 15
Connecting a sound source/audio input...................... 16
Connecting a microphone ........................................ 16
Connecting parallel devices ...................................... 17
Connecting serial devices......................................... 17
Connecting a PS/2 devices ....................................... 18
Installing wireless keyboard & mouse...................... 18
USB/IEEE 1394 ...................................................... 22
Connecting IEEE 1394 (Fire Wire) devices................ 22
Connecting USB devices ........................................ 23
LAN connection ...................................................... 23
Connecting the monitor ........................................... 24
Antenna connection for TV receiver ........................... 25
DVB-S TV reception .............................................. 25
Analogue TV reception .......................................... 25
DVB-T TV reception .............................................. 25
TV-out .................................................................. 26
Connecting a recording source / video inlet ................ 26
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Connecting the power supply.................................... 27
Getting started ......................................................... 28
Step 1: Power on.................................................... 28
Switch ................................................................ 28
On/off switch....................................................... 28
Step 2: Starting initial setup .................................... 29
Step 3: Finalizing ................................................... 30
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Short description of the Windows
desktop .............. 30
Operation .................................................................. 33
Multimedia at the push of a button .............................. 35
Switch Power Cinema On ......................................... 35
Switch Power Cinema off ......................................... 35
The mouse............................................................... 36
Power-saving function ............................................. 36
The keyboard ........................................................... 37
Tilt Angle of the Keyboard........................................ 37
The Alt and Ctrl keys............................................... 38
Multimedia functions ............................................... 38
The hard drive.......................................................... 40
Important directories .............................................. 41
Connecting an external hard drive............................. 42
The optical drive ....................................................... 43
Loading a disc:....................................................... 43
Playing back and retrieving data from discs................ 44
How to remove a disc.............................................. 44
The optical drive as boot drive.................................. 44
Regional playback information for DVD.................... 45
Subjects concerning the CD/DVD-Rewriter............... 46
The card reader ........................................................ 47
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The graphics card ..................................................... 48
Performance characteristics ..................................... 48
Current image playback frequencies.......................... 48
Connecting the PC to a Television ............................. 49
How to Connect the PC to a Television: ................... 50
The sound card......................................................... 51
IEEE 1394 (Fire Wire)................................................ 52
Application options for IEEE1394 .............................. 52
Technical specifications ........................................... 52
USB port ................................................................. 53
The network............................................................. 54
What is a network? ................................................. 54
Wireless LAN.......................................................... 54
Safety Notes........................................................ 55
Conditions........................................................... 55
Troubleshooting within the network........................... 56
The TV tuner card ..................................................... 57
Watch TV .............................................................. 57
Changing the Signal Source ..................................... 57
The Remote Control .................................................. 58
Inserting Batteries .................................................. 58
Button layout......................................................... 59
Changing the transmission/reception channels............ 61
Parallel interface....................................................... 62
Serial COM port ........................................................ 62
Software.................................................................. 63
Getting to know Windows XP.................................... 63
Windows XP
help and support ................................ 63
Microsoft interactive training.................................. 64
Writing CDs/DVDs .................................................. 65
Starting Nero Start Smart...................................... 65
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Installation of software............................................ 66
This is how to install your software:........................ 67
Software uninstallation.......................................... 68
Windows activation ................................................. 69
Product activation on your PC ................................ 69
BIOS setup ............................................................ 70
Execution of the BIOS setup .................................. 70
BullGuard Internet Security...................................... 71
Customer service & self help .................................... 73
Data and system security........................................... 75
Data security ......................................................... 75
Maintenance programs ............................................ 75
Password reset file.................................................. 75
System recovery....................................................... 76
Correction ............................................................. 76
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Windows
Update................................................... 77
Windows Update information for data security.......... 78
Restoring the factory settings................................... 78
Limits of the recovery ........................................... 79
Carrying out a restore........................................... 79
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions .............................. 80
Customer service ...................................................... 82
Troubleshooting ..................................................... 82
Localise the cause .................................................. 82
Errors and possible causes....................................... 83
Additional support .................................................. 84
Driver support........................................................ 84
Transporting the PC ................................................ 85
Cleaning and care................................................... 85
Recycling and disposal............................................. 86
Battery treatment ................................................ 86
Upgrades and repairs .............................................. 88
Notes for service engineers.................................... 88
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Appendix ................................................................... 91
PowerCinema Linux License Agreement........................ 93
License disclaimer................................................... 93
Download Source Code ......................................... 93
Standards................................................................ 94
Electromagnetic compatibility................................... 94
Electrical safety...................................................... 94
Ergonomics............................................................ 95
Noise emission ....................................................... 95
Information about the regulatory compliance
according to R&TTE................................................. 96
FCC compliance statement....................................... 97
Warranty ................................................................. 98
Liability limitations.................................................. 99
Making copies of this manual.................................... 99
Index .....................................................................100
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Safety Connecting Operation Help Appendix
Chapter 1
Safety
Subject Page
Operational safety .................................. 3
Data security ..........................................4
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Operational safety
Operational safety
Please read this chapter carefully and observe all listed notes.
This ensures a reliable operation and long life expectancy of your
PC.
• Do not allow children to play unattended with electrical
equipment. Children are incapable of judging potential risks
properly.
• Keep the packing materials, such as foil away from
children. The danger of suffocation could arise in the
case of misuse.
• Do not open the PC casing or use the PC with the casing
removed. When the casing is open there is a danger to life
from electric shock.
• Optical drives are Laser Class 1 devices. These lasers must
remain in their sealed PC casing. Do not remove the drive
covers, as exposure to the lasers may prove harmful.
• Do not insert objects through the slots and openings of
the PC. This may lead to electric shock or an electrical
short-circuit or fire that will damage your PC.
• Do not cover the slots and openings in the PC casing.
These openings are for ventilation purposes. Covering these
vents may lead to overheating. Please keep free a
minimum distance of 20 cm on all sides when setting up
the PC.
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Safety
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Switch off your PC immediately or do not switch it on at all
and contact customer service …
• … if the power cord or the connectors attached to it are
burnt or damaged. Replace the defective power cord with an
original power cord. Under no circumstances may a
defective power cord be repaired.
• ... if the housing of the PC is damaged or fluids have
leaked into it. Have the PC checked by customer service
first, because the PC may not be safely operated otherwise
and there may be a life-threatening risk of electrocution!
Data security
Attention!
Every time you update your data make back-up copies
on an external storage medium. The supplier does not
assume liability for data loss or damage to data
storage units, and no claims can be accepted for
damages resulting from the loss of data or
consequential losses.
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Operational safety
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Chapter 2
Setting up & Getting started
Subject Page
Included with your PC ...............................7
Setting up ...............................................8
Connecting ............................................ 12
Getting started ...................................... 28
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Operational safety
Included with your PC
Please check that the contents listed below are supplied with your
package and notify us within 14 days of purchase if this is not the
case. You MUST provide your PC’s serial number when contacting
a customer service representative.
Your PC bundle should include the following components:
• PC and power cord
• Wireless keyboard and mouse set containing of:
• Wireless Windows keyboard +
2 batteries type Mignon (AA) 1,5V
• Wireless mouse +
2 batteries type Mignon (AA) 1,5V
• PS/2 receiver
• Remote control type OR24E +
2 batteries type Micro (AAA) 1,5V
• OEM Version of Operating System
• Application-/ Support Disc
• Documentation
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Setting up
Remember that choosing the proper location for your PC is just as
important as connecting it correctly.
Set-up location
• Keep your PC and all units connected to it away from
moisture, dust, heat and direct sunlight. Failure to
observe these instructions can lead to malfunctions or
damage to the PC.
• To prevent damage to your PC from a fall, place and operate
the PC and all connected units on a stable, balanced and
vibration-free surface.
• Your PC is not suitable for use at video workstation devices
in the sense of §2 of the video workstation regulation.
Ambient temperature
• The PC can be operated at an ambient temperature of
between 10° and 35°C (+41° and +95°F) and at a relative
humidity of between 30% and 70% (without condensation).
• When powered off, the PC can be stored at temperatures
between -20° and 50°C (–40° and +158°F).
• Unplug the cable during thunderstorms and make
especially sure to remove the antenna cables, if present.
We recommend the use of a surge protector for additional
safety, in order to protect your PC from being damaged by
power peaks or lightning strikes through the power
network.
• Delay operating a PC after transport until the device has
adjusted to the ambient temperature. In situations of large
temperature or humidity differences condensation may
build up moisture inside the PC, which might cause an
electrical short circuit.
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Setting up
Ergonomics
Note
Ensure that the monitor is set up in such a way that
reflections, glare and light/darkness contrast are
avoided.
You should not position the monitor in close proximity to a
window, because this is the brightest area of the room because of
daylight. This brightness impedes the adjustment of the eyes to
the darker monitor.
Always position the monitor in a line of sight that runs parallel to
the window front (see picture).
You should also apply a parallel line of sight with respect to
artificial lighting. This means that in a room lit by artificial light
essentially the same criteria and objectives apply. Should it not be
possible to arrange the monitor as outlined above, the following
measures might be helpful:
• Turn, lower or incline the monitor.
• Place horizontal or vertical shades at the windows.
• Working in Comfort
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Note
Take regular breaks from the work at your screen to
prevent tenseness and exhaustion.
Sitting in one position for long periods can be uncomfortable. To
minimize the potential for physical discomfort or injury, it’s
important that you maintain proper posture.
Overall:
Change your position frequently and take regular breaks to avoid
fatigue.
Back:
While sitting at your work surface, make sure your back is
supported by the chair’s backrest in erect position or angled
slightly backwards.
Legs:
Your thighs should be horizontal or angled slightly downward.
Your lower legs should be near a right angle to your thighs. Your
feet should rest flat on the floor. If necessary, use a footrest, but
double check that you have your seat height adjusted correctly
before getting a footrest.
Arms:
Your arms should be relaxed and loose, elbows close to your
sides, with forearms and hands approximately parallel to the
floor.
Wrists:
Your wrists should be as straight as possible while using the
keyboard, mouse or trackball. They should not be bent sideways,
or more than 10 degrees up or down.
Head:
Your head should be upright or tilted slightly forward. Avoid
working with your head or trunk twisted.
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• Hand rest: 2” – 4”
• Top line of screen at eye level or slightly below
• Viewing distance: 20” – 27.5”
• Legroom (vertical): minimum 25.5”
• Legroom (horizontal): minimum 23.6”
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Connecting
For a better guidance, open up the left inner page of the
cover with the diagrams to find the location of the
described connections.
Note:
The devices listed are not necessarily included with
your PC.
All the connections listed are optional and will not
inevitably be available on your PC.
Cabling
Please follow the instructions below in order to correctly connect
your PC:
• Arrange cables in such a way that no one can tread on or
trip over them.
• Do not place objects on the cables.
• To avoid damage to your PC, connect your peripherals (e.g.,
keyboard, mouse and monitor) whilst your PC is powered
off. Some devices can be connected whilst your PC is in use.
These devices usually have a USB or IEEE 1394 connector.
Please follow the appropriate instructions for each
device.
• Keep the PC at least one meter (approximately three feet)
away from high frequency and magnetic interference
sources (e.g., televisions, loudspeaker cabinets, mobile
telephones, etc.) in order to avoid malfunctions and/or loss
of data.
• Please note that only shielded cables shorter than
3 metres (9.84 ft) should be used for the LPT, COM, USB,
IEEE 1394, audio, video and network interfaces with this PC.
• To avoid EMC issues, make sure that all devices are
connected to each cable or that cables not in use are
removed from the computer.
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Connecting
• Do not replace the cables supplied with the machine by any
others. Use the cables belonging to the scope of the delivery
exclusively, because they will have been tested extensively
in our laboratories.
• Also only use the connection cable supplied with the devices
for the connection of your peripheral devices.
• Make sure that all connection cables have been connected to
the peripheral devices associated with them, in order to
avoid disruptive radiation. Remove unneeded cables.
• The connection of devices is limited to equipment that
complies with EN60950 “Safety of information technology
equipment” or EN60065 “Audio, video and similar electronic
apparatus. Safety requirements”.
• In the first hours of operation, new devices may emit a
typical, unavoidable but completely harmless smell, which
will decline increasingly in the course of time.
We recommend you to ventilate the room regularly, in order
to counteract the formation of the smell. During the
development of this product, we have made sure that the
applicable limits are clearly fallen below.
Note
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You only need to connect those components to your
computer you require. If you do not have the
described device (e. g. printer) you may skip the
respective item and carry it out later, if necessary.
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Front connectors
Diagram reference: D
Some connections are located behind the front flap. This offers
you the great advantage of creating frequently used connections
quickly and conveniently, without turning the PC round. The flap,
which can be slid, also protects the connections.
Press on the front
DVD-RW
DVD-ROM
Front screen
screen, so that it
folds open. The right
image shows the
opened screen.
Turn the screen
back to its starting
position.
DVD-RW
DVD-ROM
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(similar picture)
Connecting
Connecting speakers/audio output
Diagram reference: S
Here you can connect your headphones, active speakers or
audio connection cables for recording. Please refer to the user's
guide of your stereo installation for information about which
connector you should use (usually Line In or Aux).
1. Connect your headphones or active speakers by plugging
the cable with the 3.5 mm stereo jack plug into the green
socket (reference S).
PCs with surround sound
Diagram reference: E
Connect your surround equipment as follows:
1. Connect the Front speaker to the green socket (front out).
2. Attach the rear loudspeakers to the connector back
surround.
3. Your centre speaker or subwoofer can be connected to the
socket center/bass.
4. Connect to the optional side surround socket some more
speakers for the back surround.
A digital audio output (SPDIF) can be connected to an optical
and/or a coaxial cable.
1. Plug the Cinch or an optical cable to the socket at Position
G1.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to an audio device with a
corresponding digital input.
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Connecting a sound source/audio input
Diagram reference: F1, F2
This port is used to accommodate a connecting cable for external
analogue audio sources (i.e. stereo system, synthesizer).
1. Connect the cable with the 3.5 mm stereo jack plug to the
light-blue coloured socket (reference F1).
Optionally, you can connect a stereo Cinch cable
(position F2).
You will be able to connect digital audio sources according to
the version.
Diagram reference: G2
1. Connect a Cinch or an optical connection cable to the audio
input at Position G2.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to an audio device with a
corresponding digital output.
Connecting a microphone
Diagram reference: T
1. You can use the pink socket T to connect a microphone
with a 3.5 mm mono jack plug.
2. Position the microphone in such a way that it does not point
directly at the speakers. If you hear feedback, characterised
by loud whistling noises, reposition the microphone until the
sound stops.
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Connecting parallel devices
Diagram reference: H
Note
Take care that the connector and the socket fit exactly
to avoid damaging the contacts. Because of its
asymmetric form the plug only fits into the socket in
one position.
Use a doubly screened, parallel connection cable (25-pin) to
connect a printer:
1. Connect the printer cable from your printer to the red
printer socket H on the rear of your PC.
2. Hand-tighten the screws of the printer cable.
If you wish to use a scanner, which also connects to the PC via
the parallel interface, you must attach the corresponding scanner
cable here. If desired, the printer can then be attached to the
scanner.
Connecting serial devices
Diagram reference: I
You can connect an external modem or another serial device
using this port.
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Note
Take care that the connector and the socket fit exactly
to avoid damaging the contacts. Because of its
asymmetric form the plug only fits into the socket in
one position.
1. In order to connect an external modem, card reader or other
serial device, connect the serial cable with the turquoisecoloured connection socket (I) on the rear of your PC.
2. Hand-tighten the screws of the serial cable.
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Connecting a PS/2 devices
Diagram reference: J
If you want to connect a USB mouse or a USB keyboard, you can
omit this step.
1. Connect the mouse cable to the green PS/2 port.
2. Connect the keyboard cable to the blue PS/2 port.
Installing wireless keyboard & mouse
The wireless keyboard and mouse operate with digital radio
technology to ensure no hinder communication between the
keyboard, the mouse and your computer without connecting
cable. The transmission and receiving of keyboard and mouse are
free from angle restriction. Before working with your new
keyboard and mouse, take a few one-time preparations.
Beware!
Please read and follow the security advices concerning
the use of batteries on page 86.
Inserting batteries in keyboard
The keyboard requires two alkaline batteries (AA).
1. Remove the battery compartment cover on the bottom of
the keyboard by pushing it in the direction of the arrow.
2. Insert two AA batteries. The illustration on the cover shows
how to insert the batteries properly.
3. Recover the battery compartment.
Note
If the battery status indicator on the keyboard lights
up, exchange the batteries and possibly conduct a
frequency control.
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Inserting batteries in mouse
The mouse requires two alkaline batteries (AA).
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1 = cover
2 = battery compartment
3 = channel setting button
(Diagram the same)
1. Remove the battery compartment cover on the bottom of
the mouse.
2. Insert two AA batteries. Ensure that the polarity corresponds
to the illustration (+ must correspond with + and – with –).
3. Replace the battery compartment cover on the bottom of
mouse.
Note
If, during operation, the battery status indicator lights
up with red, the batteries are empty. Exchange the
batteries and possibly conduct a frequency control.
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Connecting the receiver
Diagram reference: J
1. Attach the receiving station for the mouse and keyboard to
the correspondingly coloured sockets on your PC marked
PS/2. (green = mouse, blue = keyboard).
2. Set up the receiver with a minimum distance of 20 cm. to
other electrical appliances (e.g. monitor) in order to obtain
optimal results. The distance between the receiving station
and transmitters (keyboard and mouse) should not exceed
1.50 m., in order to have optimal radio conditions. Do not
place the receiver on metal surfaces.
Note
Change the batteries if it is no longer possible to make
entries smoothly.
The operation of the mouse and the keyboard is
described on page 35.
Channel Control
If different radio sets in operation should cause interference for
one another, you can change the channels of the devices; in doing
so, the mouse and the keyboard must have the same channels.
The receiver independently recognizes the channel. Subsequently,
install the receiver once again.
button in the
battery
compartment
(Fig.: channel selection switch (Fig.: channel selection switch
mouse) keyboard)
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