Prestigio Cavaliere 143 User Manual

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Prestigio Cavaliere 143

Notebook Computer

User’s Manual

(August 2004)

TRADEMARKS
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NOTE
The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.

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Preface

This manual contains information that will help you operate the computer.

Getting Started

Congratulations on purchasing this computer.
Your computer incorporates desktop computer capabilities into a compact notebook-sized package. It can greatly enhance your
productivity either in the office or at home. And, of course, wherever you need it, the computer is ready and easy “to go.”

Getting the Computer Running

This section guides you through the procedures for getting the computer ready for operation.

Unpacking

After unpacking the shipping carton, you should find these standard items:
* Notebook computer
* Accessories:

• AC adapter

• AC power cord

• Driver CD

• Modem cable

• Ferrite core (s) - option

• This User’s Manual
Inspect all the items. If any item is damaged or missing, notify your dealer immediately.
Keep the shipping carton and packing materials in case you need to ship or store the computer in the future.

Connecting to AC Power

The computer operates either on the external AC power or internal battery power. It is suggested that you use AC power
when you start up the computer for the very first time.

CAUTION: Use only the AC adapter included with your computer. Using other AC adapters may
damage the computer.

1. Make sure that the computer is turned off.

2. Plug the DC cord of the AC adapter to the power connector on the right side of the computer (1).

3. Plug the female end of the AC power cord to the AC adapter and the male end to an electrical outlet (2).

4. When the AC adapter is connected, power is being supplied from the electrical outlet to the AC adapter and onto your
computer. Now, you are ready to turn on the computer.

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CAUTION:
* When you disconnect the AC adapter, disconnect from the electrical outlet first and then from
the computer. A reverse procedure may damage the AC adapter or the computer.
* When unplugging the connector, always hold the plug head. Never pull on the cord.

NOTE: When the AC adapter is connected, it also charges the battery pack. For information on
using battery power, see Chapter 3.

Opening the Cover

CAUTION: Be gentle when opening and closing the cover. Opening it vigorously or slamming it
shut could damage the computer.

Open the top cover by sliding the cover latch toward the right (1) and lifting up the cover (2). You can tilt the cover forward
or backward for optimal viewing clarity.

Taking a Look at the Computer

This section identifies the external components of the computer and briefly describes the function of each component.

NOTE: Depending on the model you purchased, the appearance of your computer may not be
exactly the same as those shown in this manual.

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Right-Side Components

Ref Component Description

1 CD/DVD/CD-RW/ Accepts a compact disc (CD) for installing or loading software, accessing data, and

DVD-RW/Combo Drive playing music/video.

2 USB Ports Each of the two ports connects a USB device, such as a floppy disk drive, printer,

digital camera, joystick, and more.

3 Power Connector Connects the AC adapter.

Left-Side Components

Ref Component Description

1 VGA Port Connects an external monitor.

2 Ventilation Openings Do not cover or block the ventilation openings for air circulation thus

preventing overheating.

3 RJ-11 Connector Connects the telephone line.

4 RJ-45 Connector Connects the LAN cable.

5 PC Card Slot Accepts a PC card for additional functions.

Rear Components

Ref Component Description

1 USB Ports Each of the two ports connects a USB device, such as a floppy disk drive,

printer, digital camera, joystick, and more.

2 Kensington Lock Locks the computer to a stationery object for security.

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Front Components

Ref Component Description

1 Device Indicators Show the current status of the computer’s devices.

CD/DVD drive in-use indicator
Hard disk drive in-use indicator
Num Lock indicator
Caps Lock indicator
Scroll Lock indicator

2 IEEE 1394a Port Connects a 1394 device such as a scanner, printer, DVCAM, VCR, and more.

3 Audio Output Connector Connects a set of headphones, external speakers with amplifier, or an audio

recording device.

4 Microphone Connector Connects an external microphone.

5 Top Cover Latch Locks the top cover.

Bottom Components

Ref Component Description

1 CPU Socket / Memory Slot Inside is the CPU and memory slot of your computer.

2 Mini PCI Slot Inside is the Mini PCI slot for using an optional Mini PCI card.

3 Modem Card Slot Inside is the modem card of your computer.

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Ref Component Description

4 Hard Disk Drive CompartmentInside is the hard disk drive of your computer.

5 Battery Pack Supplies power to your computer when external power is not connected.

Top-open Components

Ref Component Description

1 LCD Screen Displays the output of the computer.

2 Stereo Speaker Set Sends out sound and voice from the computer.

3 Power Button Turns the computer power ON and OFF.

4 Keyboard Serves as the data input device of the computer.

5 Touchpad Serves as the pointing device of the computer.

6 Wireless LAN Indicator Glows green when system is ready for WLAN connection.

7 Battery Charge Indicator Glows green when the battery is fully charged and connected to AC power.

Glows amber when the battery is being charged.
Blinks red when the battery is almost completely discharged.
Blinks amber when battery is charging in an abnormal state.

8 Power Indicator Glows green when the computer is on.

Blinks green when the computer is in Standby mode.

Using the Keyboard

Your keyboard has all the standard functions of a full-sized computer keyboard plus a Fn key added for specific functions.
The standard functions of the keyboard can be further divided into four major categories:
* Typewriter keys / * Cursor-control keys / * Numeric keys / * Function keys

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Typewriter Keys

Typewriter keys are similar to the keys on a typewriter. Several keys are added, such as the Ctrl, Alt, Esc and lock keys, for
special purposes. When the lock keys are pressed, their corresponding indicators light up.

Key Description

The Control key is normally used in combination with other keys for program­specific functions.

The Alternate key is normally used in combination with other keys for program­specific functions.

The Escape key is usually used for stopping a process. Examples are exiting a program and
canceling a command. The function depends on the program you are using.

The Shift key is used with alphabet letter keys to produce uppercase letters when typing.
It is also used in combination with other keys for program-specific functions.

The Backspace key moves the cursor left one space and deletes the character in
that space.

Pressing Fn and this key toggles the Num Lock on and off. When on (light on), the
Num Lock activates the numeric keys.

Pressing Fn and this key toggles Scroll Lock on and off. When on (light on), the screen
moves one line up or down when you press \/ or /\ arrow key. Scroll Lock does not work for
all programs.

Pressing this key toggles the Caps Lock on and off. When on (light on), the Caps
Lock keeps the letter keys in uppercase.

The Pause key temporarily stops screen scrolling. Scroll Lock does not work for
all programs.

The Print Screen key prints the displayed screen. Print screen does not work for all
programs.

Cursor-Control Keys

NOTE: The word “cursor” refers to the indicator on the screen that lets you know exactly where
on your screen anything you type will appear. It can take the form of a vertical or horizontal
line, a block, or one of many other shapes.

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Cursor-control keys are generally used for editing purposes. They are:

Key Description

Moves the cursor left one space.

Moves the cursor right one space.

Moves the cursor up one line.

Moves the cursor down one line.

Moves the page up.

Moves the page down.

Moves the cursor to the beginning of the line or document.

Moves the cursor to the end of the line or document.

Switches typing between insert and overtype modes. Insert mode means any
character typed will be inserted to the current cursor position; overtype mode
means any character typed will overwrite the text in the current cursor position.

Deletes the character to the right of the cursor and moves the following text left
one space.

Numeric Keypad

A 15-key numeric keypad is embedded in the typewriter keys as shown next:

Numeric keys facilitate entering of numbers and calculations. When Num Lock is on, the numeric keys are activated, which
means you can use these keys to enter numerals.

NOTES:
* When the numeric keypad is activated and you need to type the English letter in the keypad
area, you can either turn Num Lock off or you can press Fn and then the letter without turning
Num Lock off.
* Some software may not be able to use the numeric keypad on the computer. If so, use the
numeric keypad on an external keyboard instead.

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Euro Symbol

If your Windows supports the Euro dollar sign , you can press the sign on the US and UK keyboards.
* To press the Euro sign on a United States-International keyboard, hold down either of the Alt keys and press 5 (which has
an Euro sign on it).
* To press the Euro sign on a United States 101 keyboard, hold down either of the Alt keys and type 0128 on the numeric
keypad of your keyboard.
* To press the Euro sign on an UK keyboard, hold down the Alt Gr key and press 4 (which has an Euro sign on it).

Windows Keys

The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions: Windows Logo key and Application key.
The Windows Logo key opens the Start menu and performs software-specific functions when used in combination with other
keys.
The Application key usually has the same effect as a right mouse click. (See your Windows manual for more information.)

Function Keys

On the top row of the keys are the function keys: F1 to F12. Function keys are multi-purpose keys that perform functions
defined by individual programs.
Hot key functions are assigned to F1, F3, F4, F5, F6, F7, F8, F10, F11, and F12 by your computer. (See “Hot Keys” later in this
chapter for information.)

Fn Key

The Fn key, 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 function,
first press and hold Fn, then press the other key.

Hot Keys

Hot keys refer to a combination of keys that can be pressed any time to activate special functions of the computer. Most
hot keys operate in a cyclic way. Each time a hot key combination is pressed, it shifts the corresponding function to the other
or next choice.
You can easily identify the hot keys with the icons imprinted on the keytop. The hot keys are described next.

Key Description

Switches the wireless LAN on and off.
NOTES:
* This function works only if an optional Mini PCI wireless LAN card is installed.
* The FAA (Federal Aviation Agency) has deemed it unsafe to operate wireless
devices in aircraft as this may interfere with flight safety. Remember to turn off
wireless LAN when using your computer in the airplane.

Decreases the sound volume.

Increases the sound volume.

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Key Description

Switches the display output to one of the following when an external device is
connected.
Upon booting the system with CRT:
LCD > CRT > LCD&CRT> LCD
NOTES:
* If the display mode is set to 256 colors or lower, or in DOS mode, there will be
only two modes for selecting: CRT only and LCD & CRT.
* This function only applies to Plug & Play CRT monitors.

Decreases the LCD brightness.

Increases the LCD brightness.

Switches LCD brightness level to the brightest setting. Upon pressing Fn+F8 again
system will revert the LCD’s brightness level to the last state.

Switches battery low beep off/on when the “Battery Low Warning Beep” item on
the BIOS Setup is enabled.

Switches LCD/CRT off and on.

Serves as the sleep button that you can define with Windows’ Power
Management.

Using the Touchpad

CAUTION: Do not use a sharp object such as a pen on the touchpad. Doing so may damage the
touchpad surface.

NOTES:
* Be sure to enable the touchpad on the BIOS Setup (see “Advanced Menu” in Chapter 5).
* The touchpad driver supplied with your computer must be installed.
* For optimal performance of the touchpad, keep your fingers and the pads clean and dry.
When tapping on the pad, tap lightly. Do not use excessive force.

The touchpad is a pointing device that allows you to communicate with the computer by controlling the location of the
pointer on the screen and making selection with the buttons.

The touchpad consists of a rectangular pad, a left and a right button, and a scroll button. To use the touchpad, place your
forefinger or thumb on the pad. The rectangular pad acts like a miniature duplicate of your display. As you slide your fingertip
across the pad, the pointer (also called cursor) on the screen moves accordingly. When your finger reaches the edge of the
pad, simply relocate yourself by lifting the finger and placing it on the other side of the pad.
Here are some common terms that you should know when using the touchpad:

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Term Action

Point Move your finger on the pad until the cursor points to the selection on the screen.

Click Press and release the left button.

–or–
Tap gently anywhere on the pad.

Double-click Press and release the left button twice in quick succession.

–or–
Tap twice on the pad rapidly.

Drag and drop Press and hold the left button, then move your finger until you reach your

destination (drag). Finally, release the button (drop) when you finish dragging your
selection to the destination. The object will drop into the new location.
–or–
Gently tap twice on the pad and on the second tap, keep your finger in contact
with the pad. Then, move your finger across the pad to drag the selected object to
your destination. When you lift your finger from the pad, the selected object will
drop into place.

Scroll To scroll is to move up and down or left and right in the working area on the

screen. Use the scroll button located between the left and right buttons to press
on the four corners to move in the corresponding direction. This function works only
after you install the 4-way scroll button driver supplied with the computer and it
may not work for all applications.
–or–
To move vertically, place your finger on the right edge of the pad and slide your
finger up and down along the edge. To move horizontally, place your finger on the
bottom edge of the pad and slide your finger left and right.

TABLE NOTE: If you swap the left and right buttons, “tapping” on the touchpad as an
alternative method of pressing the left button will no longer be valid.

Configuring the Touchpad

You may want to configure the touchpad to suit your needs. For example, if you are a left-handed user, you can swap the two
buttons so that you can use the right button as the left button and vise versa. You can also change the size of the on-screen
pointer, the speed of the pointer, and so on.