ViewSonic VS12602 User Manual

ViewSonic

VPC101

All-in-One PC

®

Model No. : VS12602

Compliance Information

For U.S.A.

This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Warning: You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the
equipment.

For Canada

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

CE Conformity for European Countries

The device complies with the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC and Low
Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC.

Following information is only for EU-member states:

The mark shown to the right is in compliance with the Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE).

The mark indicates the requirement NOT to dispose the equipment as
unsorted municipal waste, but use the return and collection systems
according to local law.

If the batteries, accumulators and button cells included with this equipment,
display the chemical symbol Hg, Cd, or Pb, then it means that the battery
has a heavy metal content of more than 0.0005% Mercury or more than,

0.002% Cadmium, or more than 0.004% Lead.

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FCC Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm
between the radiator & your body.

This wireless module device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.

Industry Canada Notice

This wireless module device complies with Canadian RSS-210.To prevent radio
interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and
away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmitting
antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing. The installer of this radio
equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not
emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; consult
Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health Canada’s web site www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb.

R&TTE Compliance Statement

This wireless module device complies with the Essential Requirements of the R&TTE
Directive of the European Union (1999/5/EC). This equipment meets the following
conformance standards:

ETSI EN 300 328V1.7.1 (2006)
EN 301 489-01 V1.6.1 (2005)
EN 301 489-17 V1.2.1 (2002)
EN 62311 (2008)

Notified Countries: Germany, UK, Netherlands, Belgium, Sweden, Denmark,
Finland, France, Italy, Spain, Austria, Ireland, Portugal, Greece, Luxembourg, Estonia,
Latvia, Lithuania, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Slovenia, Hungary, Poland and Malta.

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Important Safety Instructions

1. Read these instructions completely before using the equipment.

2. Keep these instructions in a safe place.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this equipment near water. Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or

electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

6. Clean with a soft, dry cloth. If further cleaning is required, see “Cleaning the
Display” in this guide for further instructions.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install the equipment in accordance with
the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other devices (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not attempt to circumvent the safety provisions of the polarized or grounding­type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A
grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade
and the third prong are provided for your safety. If the plug does not fit into your
outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being tread upon or pinched, particularly at the plug,
and the point where if emerges from the equipment. Be sure that the power outlet
is located near the equipment so that it is easily accessible.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by

the manufacturer, or sold with the equipment. When a cart is used,
use caution when moving the cart/equipment combination to avoid
injury from tipping over.

13. Unplug this equipment when it will be unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Service is required when the unit

has been damaged in any way, such as: if the power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, if liquid is spilled onto or objects fall into the unit, if the unit is exposed

to rain or moisture, or if the unit does not operate normally or has been dropped.

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Declaration of RoHS Compliance

This product has been designed and manufactured in compliance with Directive 2002/
95/EC of the European Parliament and the Council on restriction of the use of certain
hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS Directive) and is
deemed to comply with the maximum concentration values issued by the European
Technical Adaptation Committee (TAC) as shown below:

Substance Proposed Maximum Concentration Actual Concentration

Lead (Pb) 0.1% < 0.1%

Mercury (Hg) 0.1% < 0.1%

Cadmium (Cd) 0.01% < 0.01%

Hexavalent Chromium (Cr

Polybrominated biphenyls (PBB) 0.1% < 0.1%

Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE) 0.1% < 0.1%

6+

)

0.1% < 0.1%

Certain components of products as stated above are exempted under the Annex of
the RoHS Directives as noted below:

Examples of exempted components are:

1. Mercury in compact fluorescent lamps not exceeding 5 mg per lamp and in other

lamps not specifically mentioned in the Annex of RoHS Directive.

2. Lead in glass of cathode ray tubes, electronic components, fluorescent tubes, and

electronic ceramic parts (e.g. piezoelectronic devices).

3. Lead in high temperature type solders (i.e. lead-based alloys containing 85% by

weight or more lead).

4. Lead as an allotting element in steel containing up to 0.35% lead by weight,

aluminium containing up to 0.4% lead by weight and as a cooper alloy containing

up to 4% lead by weight.

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Copyright Information

Copyright © ViewSonic® Corporation, 2009. All rights reserved.
Microsoft®, Windows®, Windows NT®, and the Windows® logo are registered

trademarks of Microsoft® Corporation in the United States and other countries.
ViewSonic®, the three birds logo, OnView, ViewMatch, and ViewMeter are registered

trademarks of ViewSonic® Corporation.
Intel®, Pentium®, and Atom™ are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
AMD®, Athlon™, Athlon™ XP, Thoroughbred™ and Duron™ are registered

trademarks of AMD® Corporation.
NVIDIA®, the NVIDIA logo, DualNet and nForce are registered trademarks or

trademarks of NVIDIA Corporation in the United States and/ or other countries.

®

PS/2
Corporation.

Netware® is a registered trademark of Novell, Inc.
Award
AMI® is a registered trademark of American Megatrends Inc.
Disclaimer: ViewSonic® Corporation shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors

or omissions contained herein; nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting
from furnishing this material, or the performance or use of this product.

In the interest of continuing product improvement, ViewSonic® Corporation reserves
the right to change product specifications without notice. Information in this document
may change without notice.

No part of this document may be copied, reproduced, or transmitted by any means, for
any purpose without prior written permission from ViewSonic® Corporation.

and OS/2® are registered trademarks of International Business Machines

®

is a registered trademark of Phoenix Technologies Ltd.

U.S. Patent Numbers

4,631,603; 4,819,098; 4,907,093; 5,315,448; and 6,516,132.
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S.

patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection
technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other
limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse

engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

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Product Registration

To meet your future needs, and to receive any additional product information as it
becomes available, please register your product on the Internet at:
www.viewsonic.com. The ViewSonic Wizard CD-ROM also provides an opportunity
for you to print the registration form, which you may mail or fax to ViewSonic.

For Your Records

Product Name:

Model Number:

Document Number:

Serial Number:

Purchase Date:

Product disposal at end of product life

The lamp in this produc contains mercury. Please dispose of in accordance with local,
state or federal laws.
ViewSonic is concerned about the preservation of our environment. Please dispose of
this product properly at the end of its useful life. For the recycling information, please
refer to our website:

1. USA: www.viewsonic.com/pdf/RecyclePlus.pdf

2. Europe: www.viewsoniceurope.com

3. Taiwan: recycle.epa.gov.tw

VPC101

ViewSonic All-in-One PC

VS12602

VPC101-1_UG_ENG Rev. 1B 09-21-09

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Table of contents

Overview of your documentation....................................................................... 4

Document type............................................................................................ 4

Printed documentation............................................................................... 4

Non-printed documentation ....................................................................... 4

Servicing.................................................................................................... 4

Typographics .............................................................................................. 4

Package contents................................................................................................ 5

Standard items............................................................................................ 5

Getting to know the PC ....................................................................................... 6

Touring the PC ............................................................................................6

Front view.................................................................................................. 6

Rear view .................................................................................................. 7

Right-side view .......................................................................................... 9

Left-side view .......................................................................................... 10

Wired keyboard and mouse...................................................................... 10

Special keyboard buttons (front view) ..................................................... 10

Overview of the wired mouse (front view) ............................................... 12

Indicator lights...........................................................................................12

Setting up the PC...............................................................................................13

Preparing to setup your PC ...................................................................... 13

Connecting the power............................................................................... 14

Connecting the wired keyboard and mouse ............................................. 15

Customizing the mouse settings ............................................................. 15

Turning on the PC..................................................................................... 16

Turning off the PC..................................................................................... 16

Configuring the display ............................................................................. 17

Brightness control.................................................................................... 17

Using the PC ...................................................................................................... 18

Connecting to the Internet ........................................................................ 18

Connecting to a wired network ................................................................ 18

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Connecting to a wireless network (for select models) ............................. 19

Using the webcam .................................................................................... 20

Using the optical disc drive .......................................................................21

Inserting a disc ........................................................................................ 21

Reading a disc......................................................................................... 23

Writing to a disc ...................................................................................... 23

Removing a disc...................................................................................... 23

Using memory cards................................................................................. 24

Using the touch screen (for select models) .............................................. 26

Selecting items with your touch screen ................................................... 26

Using the Peripheral Devices ........................................................................... 27

Connecting USB devices.......................................................................... 27

Removing USB devices ............................................................................28

Cleaning and care..............................................................................................29

Screen and computer ............................................................................... 29

Cleaning the screen and computer ......................................................... 29

Storing your computer ............................................................................. 30

CDs and DVDs

(ViewSonic Wizard CD and System Recovery and Driver Disk) .............. 30

Cleaning the discs ................................................................................... 30

Keyboard and mouse................................................................................ 31

Cleaning your keyboard and mouse........................................................ 31

BIOS Setup Utility..............................................................................................32

When to Use the BIOS Setup Utility ......................................................... 32

Standard CMOS Features menu ............................................................. 34

Advanced BIOS Features menu.............................................................. 34

Load Optimized Defaults menu ............................................................... 35

Set Password menu ................................................................................ 36

Save & Exit Setup menu ......................................................................... 36

Exit Without Saving menu ....................................................................... 36

System Recovery............................................................................................... 37

When to Use System Recovery................................................................ 37

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Running ViewSonic® Recovery Manager................................................. 37

Running Recovery Disc Creation Tool...................................................... 40

Using the recovery DVD ........................................................................... 43

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................ 45

Frequently asked questions (FAQ) ........................................................... 45

Power problems ...................................................................................... 45

Internet access problems ........................................................................ 46

Optical discs problems ............................................................................ 47

Display problems..................................................................................... 48

Keyboard and mouse problems .............................................................. 49

Sound and microphone problems ........................................................... 50

Miscellaneous problems.......................................................................... 51

Specifications .................................................................................................... 52

Other information .............................................................................................. 54

Customer Support.....................................................................................54

Limited Warranty....................................................................................... 55

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Overview of your documentation

Document type

Your documentation contains printed information and PDF user manuals to help you perform
various tasks.

Printed documentation

• Quick Start Guide provides information about setting up your computer.

Non-printed documentation

• ViewSonic Wizard CD (containing this manual) provides information about using your

computer, cleaning and maintaining the monitor and the accessories, and the common
solutions to the problems you may encounter while using your computer.

• System Recovery and Driver Disk provides information about restoring your computer

system to factory settings.

Servicing

Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you
to the risk of electric shock and other hazards. If any of the above mentioned misuse or other
accident such as dropping or mishandling occurs, contact qualified service personnel for
servicing.

Typographics

Special tips, notes, and cautions that appear throughout this manual are designed to ensure
that you perform specific tasks properly, preventing unnecessary errors.

CAUTION: Indicates important information to prevent potential damage to the unit
and data, or personal injury caused by improper use.

NOTE: Indicates additional information for particular situation.

TIP: Indicates useful information for completing a task.

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Package contents

When unpacking please check you have the following items. If any are missing or damaged,
please contact the place of purchase for a replacement. Retain the box and packaging in case
you need to transport your personal computer in the future. The fitted foam packing is ideal for
protecting the device during transport.

The appearance and contents of your package may be different from those
illustrated below due to regional variations.

Standard items

All-in-One PC power adapter power cord

Quick Start Guide ViewSonic Wizard CD

mouse keyboard

System Recovery and

Driver Disk

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Getting to know the PC

Touring the PC

This section describes the views and the features of the controls, ports, buttons, components,
and connectors of your computer.

Front view

No. Item Description

1 Webcam The built-in camera allows you to capture still images,

record videos, and have video chats.

2 Built-in microphone The built-in microphone receives sounds and voices when

used with the built-in webcam.

3 Touch-enabled

widescreen (for select
models)

4 Speakers The internal speakers deliver high-quality audio while

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The monitor is equipped with touch screen. You may make
adjustments to your work field at your fingertips. The touch
screen will responsively react with your fingertip
commands.

listening to music or watching your home videos and DVD
discs.

Getting to know the PC

5 Power. Press to turn on your computer.

6 LCD display switch. Press to turn on or turn off the display.

When the system is on, pressing the LCD display control
will turn off the display and the built-in speakers.

When the system is on, pressing the LCD display

control will turn off the display and the built-in
speakers.

7 Input signal switch. Press to select the input signal that

may have connected to your computer.

8 Auto-adjust. Press to automatically optimizes and adjusts

the screen while displaying video source from the D-sub
input jack.

9

/

Brightness/Increase. Hotkey for LCD Brightness control /
Press to make increase adjustment.

10 Decrease. Press to make decrease Brightness

adjustment.

Rear view

No. Item Description

1 Vents The design of the vents is to prevent the computer from

overheating. The internal fans blow hot air away from heat­sensitive components in the computer.

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Keep the vents clean and free of dirt and dust, as blocking it may cause serious
thermal problems.

2 Computer stand You can adjust the back computer stand to enable it to stand

upright.

3 15-pin D-Sub input jack. Use a 15-pin D-Sub cable to

connect other devices with D-Sub output port, such as
notebooks, or game consoles, etc.

4 Audio/Headphone output jack. Connect your headphones or

speakers to this jack to listen to the sound from your PC
when watching videos and DVDs, listening to music, and
playing games.

5 Audio input jack. Connect to an audio in jack on external

audio equipment for audio sound.

6 Microphone input jack. Connect your microphone to this jack

to record sound or voice.

7 LAN (Local Area Network) port. Use an Ethernet (RJ45)

cable to connect your computer with a network or broadband
device.

8 USB ports. Insert the USB plugs into the USB ports to

connect your USB devices, such as MP3 players, digital
cameras, keyboard and mouse, or external hard disk drives,
etc.

9 DC IN port. Connect the power cord to this port to power the

computer.

10 Security lock slot. We recommend you to attach a security

lock (sold separately) and cable (sold separately) to the slot
to help prevent possible theft.

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Right-side view

Getting to know the PC

No. Item Description

1 CD/DVD drive Press the Eject button and insert a CD/DVD into this drive to

play your CD’s collections, DVD movies, or access the data
burned onto the discs.

To record a CD or DVD, press the Eject button to insert a
recordable CD or DVD into this drive and burn the data with CD/
DVD recording applications installed on your system.

2 Eject button Press to open the disc tray.

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Left-side view

Getting to know the PC

No. Item Description

1 USB ports Connect the USB plugs into the USB ports to connect your USB

devices, such as MP3 players, digital cameras, keyboard and
mouse, or external hard disk drives, etc.

2 Media card

reader

Insert your memory card into this media card reader to access
photos, audio and video files, or other data stored in the memory
cards. This reader supports the following card types:

• Secure Digital (SD)

• MultiMedia Card (MMC)

• Memory Stick (MS)

• Memory Stick Pro (MS Pro)

Wired keyboard and mouse

This section describes some information about the wired keyboard and mouse.

Special keyboard buttons (front view)

The appearance of the keyboard may vary by region.

1. <Caps Lock>: Press to toggle between uppercase and lowercase text as you type.

2. <Insert> key: Press to switch between character insert mode.

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Getting to know the PC

3. Mute key: Press to mute the volume.

4. Volume down key: Press to decrease the volume level.

5. Volume u p key: Press to increase the volume level.

6. Numeric keypad: Use the numeric keypad to enter numbers and do calculations. Pressing
<Num Lock> will activate or inactivate the numeric keypad.

7. Cursor control keys (left, right, up, down): Use these directional keys to move the mouse
pointer to the desired location.

8. <Application> key: Press to open up the context menu which appears when you right­click the mouse.

9. <Windows> key: Press to activate the Start menu.

10. <Fn> (Function) key: Press to perform specific tasks.

You can use the function hotkeys to quickly launch your favorite programs, files, and websites.
To use the hotkeys, press and hold the <Fn> key, and then press the desired hotkey.

Function key Performed task

<Fn> + <F8> ( )

<Fn> + <F9> ( )

<Fn> + <F10> ( )

<Fn> + <F11> ( )

<Fn> + <F12> ( )

To adjust keyboard functionality, click “Start” at the bottom left corner of
your screen, select “Control Panel” to open the “Adjusting your computer’s
settings” window, then select “Keyboard”, and make adjustments in the
opened “Keyboard Properties” dialog box according to your preference.

Press to skip to the previous audio track or movie chapter.

Press to stop the playback.

Press to start or pause the playback.

Press to play the next audio track or movie chapter.

When the system starts up, press to halt the startup process.

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Getting to know the PC

Overview of the wired mouse (front view)

1. Left button: single-click or double-click to select items. To drag and drop items, click on the
items and hold the left button, then drag them to the desired destination before releasing
the button.

2. Central wheel: Rotate the wheel to scroll up and down a page.

3. Right button: Single-click to open a menu of the selected item.

Indicator lights

The table below describes the status that LED indicators present.

LED Activities

1 Power • When the computer is on, the LED indicator lights up in

blue.

• When the computer is off, the LED indicator goes off.

2 LCD display

power

3 CD/DVD drive

activity

• When the monitor is on, the LED indicator lights up in green.

• When the CD/DVD drive is in use, the LED indicator flashes

green.

• When the CD/DVD drive is not in use, the LED indicator
goes off.

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Setting up the PC

This section describes how to set up your computer and make adjustments to the monitor.

Preparing to setup your PC

Before attempting to set up your computer, to protect the computer and monitor, you should:

• find a flat open area on your desk to position your computer

• place a soft item like the computer packaging bag on the desk for padding

It is suggested to install your computer in a space that allows for airflow as
restricting the airflow may cause overheating which could impact the
performance of your computer.

1. Gently lay the screen face down on a flat clean padded surface.

2. Pull up the computer stand until it is at the maximum height.

Please ensure the computer stand has been pulled up to its fully extended
position, so that your computer may stand firm and upright.

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