BenQ nScreen i91 series User manual

nScreen
i91/i221 Series
User Manual

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loss and system failure) occurred due to non-factory installed
software, parts, and/or non-original accessories.
nScreen models covered by
this manual
This manual contains the information about the following
nScreen models:
• nScreen i91/i221 Series
Please note that the actual hardware or software capabilities will
vary according to the model you purchased. To determine your
nScreen model, refer to the label on the packing box, or the
printing on your nScreen.
Ver. :2/25/2009

Table of Contents iii
Table of Contents
Overview ......................................................................................... 1
Getting started................................................................................ 3
Package contents.........................................................................3
Getting your nScreen ready for use............................................3
Turning your nScreen off ...........................................................6
Detaching the monitor base .......................................................7
Expanding the capabilities of your nScreen ..............................8
Touring your nScreen .................................................................. 10
Left side view .............................................................................11
Rear view ...................................................................................12
Power button indicator ............................................................13
Customizing your nScreen .......................................................14
Adjusting the font size........................................................14
Using the magnifying glass.................................................14
Adjusting the screen brightness .........................................15
Adjusting the volume .........................................................15
Using sound effects.............................................................15
Using text input ..................................................................16
Using the gadgets ................................................................16
Using the nScreen USB handset (optional).............................17
Connecting the handset......................................................17
Using nScreen in Windows XP.................................................... 19
Using built-in wireless connectivity (WLAN; select models
only)...........................................................................................19
Connecting to a wireless network......................................19
Using the built-in webcam .......................................................21
Activating WebCam Companion 3................................... 21
Using WebCam Companion 3 .......................................... 21
Switching to different modules ................................... 22
Capturing still images or recording videos................. 22
Using the Masque function ......................................... 22
Photo Booth ................................................................. 23
Video chat........................................................................... 23
Using Magic-i Visual Effects.............................................. 23
Viewing pictures using AirFrame ............................................ 24
Viewing pictures on your nScreen .................................... 24
Viewing pictures on photo sharing sites ........................... 24
Using BIOS setup ......................................................................... 25
When and how to use BIOS setup........................................... 25
Navigating the BIOS setup screen ........................................... 26
Main menu ......................................................................... 27
Advanced menu.................................................................. 27
Security menu..................................................................... 27
Boot menu .......................................................................... 27
Exit menu............................................................................ 28
Boot from LAN......................................................................... 28
Recovering your system using QDataTrove in Windows XP.... 29
Introducing QDataTrove ......................................................... 29
Launching QDataTrove ........................................................... 30
Using QDataTrove ................................................................... 30
Backing up your system ..................................................... 30
Backing up your system into a single file.................... 30

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Backing up your system into a disc..............................30
Creating a restore point................................................31
Restoring your system.........................................................31
Restoring your system to factory default settings .......31
Restoring your system to your own backup system
image .............................................................................32
Restoring your system from a restore point................32
Reinstalling bundled applications and drivers
(select models only)......................................................32
Creating recovery discs .......................................................33
Creating a Factory Recovery CD/DVD........................33
Creating a User Recovery CD/DVD ............................34
Creating Bootable USB flash Disk ...............................34
Protecting your nScreen from viruses and other security
threats ........................................................................................35
Replacing the memory ................................................................. 36
Installing a hard disk.................................................................... 39
FAQ and troubleshooting............................................................ 41
Service and support...................................................................... 47
Appendix....................................................................................... 48
General safety information.......................................................48
Cleaning your nScreen..............................................................48
Safety information about the power adapter...........................49
Disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment by
users in private households in the European Union...............49
Declaration of Conformity .......................................................50
Safety instructions for Poland, Romania, Slovenia, Bulgaria,
Latvia, and Croatia ....................................................................51

Overview 1
Overview
About this book
This book provides you the main information about various
components in your nScreen 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 nScreen.
Touring your nScreen Introduction to the hardware
components of your nScreen.
Using nScreen in
Windows XP Information about operating your nScreen in Windows XP.
Using BIOS setup Information about how to use
the BIOS setup utility.
Recovering your
system using
QDataTrove in
Windows XP
Information about using system
recovery tools.
Replacing the
memory Information about how to replace the RAM memory.
Installing a hard disk Information about installing a
hard disk.
FAQ and
troubleshooting Information about frequently asked questions and
troubleshooting.
Service and support Information about nScreen
service and support.
Appendix Important safety information.

Overview2
Typographics
The usage of notes, tips, and warnings in this manual is
specifically for different purposes, which are described as
follows:
When you first set up your nScreen, you may want to find more
information on setups. Refer to the user manual that is supplied
with your operating system, or search from Help and Support
in the Start menu in Windows XP.
In this book, the steps needed to reach a menu are shown in
condensed form, for example: Start > Help and Support.
Icon/
Symbol Item Meaning
Warning Information mainly to
prevent the damage to
components, data, or
personal injury caused by
misuse and improper
operation or behavior.
Tip Useful information for
completing a task.
Note Supplementary information.
< > or [ ] Keys on the
keyboard;User
Interface (UI)
on the screen
Indicates a key on the
keyboard, or the UI on the
screen. Do not actually type
the symbols together with
the enclosed letters.

Getting started 3
Getting started
Package contents
Before using your nScreen 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 nScreen for service.
Getting your nScreen ready for
use
1. Attaching the monitor base
Place the monitor base on a flat, stable surface. Connect the
monitor to the monitor base until it locks into place (with two
clicks). Note that there is one direction only to make the
connection. Incorrect direction will cause damage to the device.
Depending on the model of your nScreen, the appearance
may be different from the illustrations shown in this manual.
You should position the monitor and angle the screen to
minimize unwanted reflections from other light sources.
If you want to detach the monitor base, refer to "Detaching the
monitor base" on page 7.

Getting started4
2. Connecting the power
a. Connect the power cord to the power adapter.
b. Connect the power adapter to the power jack on your
nScreen.
c. Connect the power cord to a power outlet. The
nScreen is then supplied normally with power.
3. Connecting the keyboard
Connect the provided keyboard to a USB port to input text.
Power systems and plug types may vary depending on your
country/region.
Note that there is one direction only to make the connection.
Incorrect direction will cause damage to the device.

Getting started 5
4. Connecting the mouse
Connect the provided mouse to a USB port to perform
navigation, scrolling, and selection functions.
5. Routing cables
Note that there is one direction only to make the connection.
Incorrect direction will cause damage to the device.

Getting started6
6. Performing initial setup
Press the Power button to start up your nScreen, the Power
button indicator lights up in green. You can then follow the on-
screen instructions to complete the initial setup.
Turning your nScreen off
To turn your nScreen off, do one of the following.
• Click Start > Shut Down.
• Press the Power button, and select Shut Down.
• Your nScreen i91/i221 series work best with the operating
system pre-installed for you. 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 nScreen.
• The actual operating system that comes with your nScreen
may vary. For details, refer to the Product Specification label
on the product carton.
• For details about the colors and meanings of the indicator,
refer to "Power button indicator" on page 13.

Getting started 7
Detaching the monitor base
In case that you need to detach the base from the monitor, refer
to the following procedures.
1. Shut down your nScreen completely. Disconnect the power
adapter.
2. Turn the nScreen upside down with the display faces
forward, and place it on a soft clean cloth. Be sure that the
top of monitor is leaned against the wall and the back is also
supported to prevent from moving or falling.
3. Press the locking clips at the bottom of the monitor base to
detach the base from the monitor stand arm, and while
keeping the locking clips unlocked, pull the base out.
To prevent from damaging or falling the monitor, it is
recommended to have someone else to assist and hold the
monitor for you while detaching the base in Step 3.
1
2
2

Getting started8
Expanding the capabilities of your nScreen
Connect USB peripherals to the USB port of your nScreen. Note
that there is one direction only to make the connection.
Incorrect direction will cause damage to the device.
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 jack to output
sounds.
Connect a microphone to the microphone input jack to record
sounds.

Getting started 9
Access local area network (LAN) by connecting a network cable
to the LAN port of your nScreen.

Touring your nScreen10
Touring your nScreen
Front view
(1)
(2)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(3)
No. Front components
(1) Built-in microphone
Receives sounds and voices for recording.
(2) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) monitor
(3) Speakers
(4) Built-in webcam
Allows you to capture still images, record videos,
and chat online. For details, refer to "Using the
built-in webcam" on page 21.
(5) Brightness control
Adjusts the brightness of the display.
(6) Power button and volume switch
• Turns your nScreen on or off.
• Adjusts the volume.

Touring your nScreen 11
Left side view
No. Left-side components
(1) Vents
Dissipates heat and keeps your nScreen at an
optimal temperature.
To prevent overheating, do not obstruct the vents. For
example, do not use the nScreen in bed where a
blanket may inadvertently cover the vents and block
the airflow.
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(2) Four-in-One memory card slot
For a Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, SD, or
MMC memory card.
(3) USB ports
Connects peripherals such as mice, digital
cameras and MP3 players that use the USB 2.0
interface.
(4) Microphone input jack
Connects to a microphone for recording sounds.
This jack is for 3.5mm analog audio plugs. It accepts
both mono and stereo plugs.
(5) Audio output jack
Connects to an earphone/headset or external
speaker for playing the nScreen audio.
(6) Monitor stand arm
(7) Monitor base

Touring your nScreen12
Rear view
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
No. Rear components
(1) Back cover
Inside the cover, you can find the memory slot of
the nScreen. You can replace the existing
memory module of your nScreen from here.
For more information about replacing the memory
module, the limit of maximum memory, or the types of
BenQ certified memory modules for your nScreen,
refer to "Replacing the memory" on page 36.
(2) Cable clip
You can route the cables via the cable clip.
(3) Power jack
Connects AC power supply to power the nScreen.
(4) LAN (Local Area Network) port (RJ-45
connector)
Allows the nScreen to connect to a 10/100Mbps
fast Ethernet 100BASE-T network.
Please be careful to avoid plugging an 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.

Touring your nScreen 13
Power button indicator
(5) USB ports
Connects peripherals such as mice, digital
cameras and MP3 players that use the USB 2.0
interface.
(6) Anti-theft Kensington lock slot
Attaches an anti-theft Kensington lock and cable
to this slot to help prevent possible theft.
The location of this lock may vary by model.
(7) nScreen handset lock slot
Connects the handset to the nScreen via the
handset holder.
nScreen handset comes with select models. For
information on connecting the handset, refer to
"Connecting the handset" on page 17.
No. Indicators
(1) Power button indicator
• When the system is on, it lights up in green.
• When the system is in Sleep mode, it flashes in
amber.
• When the system is off or in Hibernate mode, the
light goes off.
(1)

Touring your nScreen14
Customizing your nScreen
Before you start using the nScreen, you can customize the
settings of the nScreen to have a enjoyable experience using the
nScreen.
Depending on the operating system pre-installed on the
nScreen, there may be different procedures to customize your
nScreen.
Adjusting the font size
To adjust the font size, you need to adjust the screen resolution.
1. Go to Display Properties by doing one of the following:
• Go to Start > Control Panel > Appearance and
Themes > Change the screen resolution.
• Right-click on the desktop, and select Properties >
Settings.
2. Drag the slider of Screen resolution to change the setting.
3. Click Apply and OK.
Using the magnifying glass
Your nScreen features a magnifying glass. A magnifying glass
helps you see the details of certain areas or objects without
changing the resolution of whole screen.
1. Click in the notification area located at the lower right
corner of the desktop.
2. Move the magnifying glass around to enlarge certain areas
that are seen through it.
3. Click on the desktop to quit.
The magnifying glass may not be available in all programs.
• To change the settings, e.g. the size of the magnified objects
or the lens type, right-click and select Show Dragnifier
Options.
• If you terminate the program (by right-clicking and
selecting Terminate, the magnifying glass will be
deactivated and the icon will be disappeared in the
notification area. You need to reboot the nScreen to activate
the program again.

Touring your nScreen 15
Adjusting the screen brightness
Press the brightness buttons at the right side of the nScreen to
adjust the screen brightness.
Adjusting the volume
Switch the volume switch (which is also the Power button) to
adjust the volume.
Using sound effects
Depending on your purchased model, your nScreen comes with
different programs that help achieve desired sound quality, and
thus brings you an enjoyable listening experience.
Your nScreen is supported by SRS technologies and offers varies
sound effects for the audio and video files played on your
nScreen.
For more information on settings, go to Start > Help and
Support in Windows XP.

Touring your nScreen16
When an audio or video file is selected to be played, SRS
Sound is activated automatically.
• The Senior Mode ( ) is recommended for the elderly.
Click to apply the sound effect to the audio/video file.
• To use other sound effects, click (for audio files) or
(for video files), and select a desired effect from the drop-
down list below the power button .
• To disable the selected sound effect, click .
Using text input
To enter text, you can use the accompanying physical keyboard
and the on-screen keyboard pre-installed in your operating
system.
Depending on the language version of your operating system,
different text input methods are pre-installed. You can activate
new input methods and switch to the desired ones as needed.
• To use the physical keyboard, refer to the Help file in the
program or Start > Help and Support.
• To use the on-screen keyboard, double-click on the
desktop. Click the keys on the virtual keyboard to enter
corresponding characters or activate designated functions.
Using the gadgets
Your nScreen has embedded a program which collects multiple
gadgets that can retrieve the latest updates from the web pages,
including news, daily weather, calendar, and so on, which keep
you connected to the world. You are also provided with easy-to-
use tools and entertainments that are available via gadgets.
Below is a brief introduction on adding gadgets. For more
functions, refer to the Help file in the program.
Adding new gadgets
1. Make sure your nScreen is connected to the Internet as
instructed in "LAN (Local Area Network) port (RJ-45
connector)" on page 12 or "Connecting to a wireless
network" on page 19.
2. Right-click in the notification area located at the lower
right corner of the desktop, and select Get More Widgets....
Available gadgets are displayed.
3. Select a desired gadget and follow the on-screen instructions
to download it.
To manually bring up the SRS Sound control panel, double-
click in the notification area located at the lower right
corner of the desktop