AIRIS KIRA Series User manual

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Preface
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The information in this document is subject to change without prior
notice in order to improve reliability, design and function and does
not represent a commitment on the part of the manufacturer.
In no event will the manufacturer be liable for direct, indirect,
special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of the
use or inability to use the product or documentation, even if
advised of the possibility of such damages.
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reproduced by any mechanical, electronic, or other means in any
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Limitation of Liability
While reasonable efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy
of this manual, the manufacturer and distributor assume no liability
resulting from errors or omissions in this manual, or from the use of
the information contained herein.
Notices
Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency
Interference Statement
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 instruction
manual 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:

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¾Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
¾Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
¾Connect 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
This device complies with Part 15 of the 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.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user's authority to operate this equipment.
Notice:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment. Shielded interface cables and a non-
shielded AC power cord must be used in order to comply with
emission limits.
This equipment is to be used with power supply:
40W
There is no internal power supply.

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Table of Content
BEFORE YOU START ...............................................................................2
LET YOUR COMPUTER ACCLIMATE ITSELF..............................................9
HEAT,COLD,HUMIDITY,AND GLARE ....................................................9
SUITABLE PLACE TO WORK.................................................................10
INTRODUCTION......................................................................................12
FRONT VIEW .....................................................................................13
LEFT VIEWS ......................................................................................15
RIGHT VIEW......................................................................................15
GETTING STARTED ...............................................................................18
CONNECTING THE AC ADAPTER.........................................................18
TO INSTALL THE BATTERY PACK:........................................................20
TO REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK: ......................................................21
USING THE NOTEBOOK COMPUTER.......................................................23
LCD CARE........................................................................................23
EXTERNAL CRT DISPLAY...................................................................24
FUNCTION KEYS (QUICK KEYS)..........................................................24
TOUCHPAD PRECAUTIONS.................................................................26
THE BATTERY POWER SYSTEM..........................................................26
PREPARING THE BATTERY PACK FOR USE (BATTERY CALIBRATION) ....27
AUTOMATIC BATTERY PACK CHARGING FUNCTION..............................28
BATTERY STATUS..............................................................................28
BATTERY LOW WARNING ...................................................................28
SMALL BATTERY FOR THE REAL TIME CLOCK......................................29
HELP WINDOWS................................................................................30
DESKTOP..........................................................................................30
INTERNET CONNECTION ........................................................................36
RUNNING BIOS SETUP .........................................................................41
MAIN SETUP .....................................................................................42
INFO SETUP ......................................................................................43
ADVANCED SETUP.............................................................................44
SECURITY .........................................................................................44
POWER SETUP..................................................................................45

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BOOT SETUP.....................................................................................45
EXIT SETUP ......................................................................................46
VGA UTILITIES.....................................................................................48
3G CONNECTION ..................................................................................53
TROUBLESHOOTING ..............................................................................57
NO SPEAKER OUTPUT ........................................................................58
SOUND CANNOT BE RECORDED ..........................................................58
THE HARD DISK DRIVE DOES NOT WORK OR IS NOT RECOGNIZABLE.......59
THE HARD DRIVE IS MAKING ABNORMAL WHINING NOISES .....................59
THE HARD DISK DRIVE HAS REACHED ITS CAPACITY .............................59
THE HARD DISK TAKES LONGER TO READ A FILE...................................60
THE FILES ARE CORRUPTED ...............................................................60
THE DISPLAY PANEL IS BLANK WHEN THE SYSTEM IS TURNED ON ..........60
THE SCREEN IS DIFFICULT TO READ ....................................................60
THE SCREEN FLICKERS -....................................................................60
THE BUILT-IN TOUCH PAD PERFORMS ERRATICALLY .............................60
THE BUILT-IN KEYBOARD ACCEPTS NO INPUT.......................................61
THE CHARACTERS ON THE SCREEN REPEAT WHILE ITYPE....................61
AMESSAGE “CMOS CHECKSUM FAILURE”DISPLAYS DURING THE
BOOTING PROCESS OR THE TIME (CLOCK)RESETS WHEN BOOTING.......61
THE POST DOES NOT SHOW AN INCREASED MEMORY CAPACITY WHEN
YOU HAVE ALREADY INSTALLED ADDITIONAL MEMORY ..........................61
THE O/S ISSUES AN INSUFFICIENT MEMORY ERROR MESSAGE DURING
OPERATION .......................................................................................62
PC CARDS DO NOT FUNCTION............................................................62
THE PC CARD CANNOT BE RECOGNIZED .............................................62
WINDOWS CRASHES OR FREEZES WHEN YOU REMOVE THE PC CARD ...62
THE COMPUTER BECOMES HOT ..........................................................63
THE PROGRAM APPEARS STOPPED OR RUNS VERY SLOWLY .................63
THE USB DEVICE DOES NOT WORK ....................................................63
SPECIFICATION.....................................................................................65

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Be ef fo or re e y yo ou u S St ta ar rt t
Conventions of This Manual
Use this manual will help you get the most from your notebook
computer.
¾If you are an experienced user of computers and/or
Microsoft’s Windows operating systems, you might find it
useful to read the Quick Start Guide that comes along with
your accessories.
¾If you are a less experienced user, you should through the
manual carefully before using your system.
Whether or not you are an experienced user, you should consult
on the Troubleshooting Chapter if you encounter any problems
with your notebook.
Safety Precautions
This section is designed to assist you in identifying potentially
unsafe conditions while working with this product. Required safety
features have been installed in the computer to protect you from
injury. However, you should use good judgment to identify potential
safety hazards:
1. Please read these safety instructions carefully.
2. Please keep this User's Manual for later reference.
3. Please disconnect this equipment from AC outlet before
cleaning. Don't use liquid or sprayed detergent for cleaning.
Use moisture sheet or cloth for cleaning.
4. For pluggable equipment, that the socket-outlet shall be
installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
5. Please keep this equipment from humidity.
6. Lay this equipment on a reliable surface when installed. A
drop or fall could cause injury.

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7. Make sure to use the right voltage for the power source when
connecting the equipment to the power outlet.
8. Place the power cord in such a way that people can not step
on it. Do not place anything on top of the power cord.
9. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
10. If the equipment is not use for a long time, disconnect the
equipment from the main power outlet to avoid being damaged
by transient overvoltage.
11. Never pour any liquid into the opening, this could cause fire or
electrical shock.
12. Never open the equipment. For safety reason, the equipment
should only be opened by a qualified service personnel.
13. If on the following situations arises, get the equipment
checked by a service personnel:
a. The Power cord or plug is damaged.
b. Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
c. The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
d. The equipment has not worked well or you cannot get it
work according to the user's manual.
e. The equipment has dropped and damaged.
f. If the equipment has obvious sign of breakage.
14. Do not leave this equipment in an environment unconditioned,
storage temperature above 60°C (140°f), it may damage the
equipment.
15. The unit can be operated at an ambient temperature of max.
35°C.
16. The sound pressure level at the operators position according
to IEC 704-1: 1982 is equal or less than 70 dB(A).
17. Power Cord Requirements
The power cord set used with the AC adaptor must meet the
requirements of the country where you use the AC adaptor,
whether it is 100-120 or 200-240 Vac. The following
information explains the requirements for power cord set
selection.
The cord set must be approved for the country in
which it is used.
The appliance coupler must have a configuration for
mating with a CEE7/EN60320/IEC 320/NEMA/ JIS C
8303 appliance inlet.
A. For U.S. and Canada:
The cord set must be UL Listed and CSA Certified.

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The minimum specifications for the flexible cord are
No. 18 AWG, (2) Type SPT-2, and (3) 2-conductor.
B. For Japan:
All components of the cord set must bear a “PSE”
mark and in accordance with the Japanese Dentori
Law.
The minimum specifications for the flexible cord
are .75m ㎡conductors, (2) Type VCTR or VCTFK,
and (3) 2-conductor.
The cord set must have minimum rated current
capacity of 7 A.
The attachment plug must be a two-pole, grounded
type with a Japanese Industrial Standard C8303 (15
A, 125 VAC) configuration.
C. For Other Countries:
The cord set fittings must bear the certification mark
of the agency responsible for evaluation in a specific
country.
The flexible cord must be of a HAR (harmonized)
type H03VVH2-F.
The cord set must have a current capacity of a least
2.5 Amperes and voltage rating of 125 or 250 Vac.
CAUTION: MODEL G10IL1(x=0~9) IS DESIGNED TO USE
WITH THE FLLOWING AC ADAPTER MODEL ONLY
Manufacture: Li Shin International Enterprise Corp.
Model: 0225C2040 (40W)
Manufacture: Delta Electronics, Inc.
Model: ADP-40MH AD (40W)
18. When using your telephone equipment, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock and injury to persons. These precautions
includes the following:
¾Do not use this product near water, for example, near a
bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet
basement or near a swimming pool.
¾Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type)
during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk
of electric shock from lightning.
¾Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the
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¾Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this
manual. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may
explode. Check with local codes for possible special
instructions.
19. Do not use the AC adapter near open water or other liquids.
Never spill liquid into the AC adapter.
20. Laser Warning: Laser Class I Product Caution - Invisible laser
radiation when open avoid exposure to beam.
21. The optical drive used with this computer is certified as a
Class1 laser device according to the U.S. Department of
Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance
Standard and International Standards IEC 60825-1 (EN60825-
1). The device is not considered harmful, but the following
precautions are recommended:
¾Do not open the unit.
¾Avoid direct exposure to the laser beam.
¾If the unit requires service, contact an authorized
service center.
¾Ensure proper use by reading and following the
instructions carefully.
¾Do not attempt to make any adjustment of the unit.
Class 1 Laser Product
Appareil A Laser De Classe 1
Laserschutzklasse 1 Produkt
Do not attempt to disassemble
the cabinet containing the laser. The laser beam used in this
product is harmful to the eyes. The use of optical instruments,
such as magnifying lenses, with this product increase the
potential hazard to your eyes. For your safety, have this
equipment serviced only by an authorized service provider.
22. Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace
only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the
manufacturer's instructions. Never remove the battery pack
while the power is on as this may result in data loss when the
system loses power.
23. The input receptacle is used as the main disconnecting device.
This part is hot. Be careful.