BenQ Joybook L41 Series User manual

Joybook
L41 Series
User Manual
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It is the sole responsibility of the user if problems (such as data
loss and system failure) occurred due to non-factory installed
software, parts, and/or non-original accessories.
Joybook models covered by
this manual
This manual contains the information about the following
Joybook model:
• Joybook L41 Series (DH1402)
Please note that the actual hardware or software capabilities will
vary according to the model you purchased. To determine your
Joybook model, refer to the label on the packing box, or the
printing on your Joybook.
Ver.: 6/3/2010
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Table of Contents iii
Table of Contents
Overview ......................................................................................... 1
About this book ........................................................................1
Typographics ............................................................................2
Getting started................................................................................ 3
Package contents.......................................................................3
Getting your Joybook ready for use.........................................3
Expanding the capabilities of your Joybook ...........................5
Touring your Joybook.................................................................... 7
Front view ..............................................................................7
Left side view ............................................................................8
Right side view .........................................................................9
Bottom view............................................................................10
Indicators ...............................................................................11
Getting started with Windows 7.................................................. 12
Turning off Joybook properly or selecting other options ....12
Using Windows Mobility Center...........................................13
Using your Joybook...................................................................... 14
Using the touchpad ................................................................14
Using the keyboard.................................................................16
Function hotkeys ................................................................16
Windows key shortcuts and other keys .............................18
Using built-in wireless connectivity (select models only)....20
Connecting to a wireless network................................20
Using Bluetooth (optional accessory) ...................................22
Connecting to a Bluetooth device......................................22
Sending a file to a Bluetooth device...................................26
Using the HDMI-output port ............................................... 28
When connecting to an HDMI-capable LCD TV or LCD
monitor............................................................................... 28
Adjusting the video output.......................................... 29
Determining the display settings for the LCD TV ..... 31
Using the built-in webcam .................................................... 32
Activating WebCam Companion 3................................... 32
Using WebCam Companion 3 .......................................... 33
Switching to different modules ................................... 33
Capturing still images or recording videos................. 33
Using the Masque function ......................................... 34
Photo Booth ................................................................. 34
Video chat........................................................................... 34
Adjusting the screen........................................................... 34
Using Magic-i Visual Effects.............................................. 35
Adjusting resolution .................................................... 35
Using SRS ............................................................................... 36
Using BIOS setup ......................................................................... 37
When and how to use BIOS setup ........................................ 37
Navigating the BIOS setup screen......................................... 38
Main menu ......................................................................... 38
Security menu..................................................................... 39
Boot menu .......................................................................... 39
Exit menu............................................................................ 39
Recovering your system using QDataTrove............................... 40
Introduction to QDataTrove................................................. 40
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How to launch QDataTrove...................................................41
Using QDataTrove in Windows 7 .........................................41
Backing up your system......................................................41
Backing up your system into a single file ....................41
Backing up your system into a disc..............................42
Creating a restore point................................................42
Restoring your system.........................................................43
Restoring your system to factory default settings .......43
Restoring your system to your own backup system
image .............................................................................43
Restoring your system from a restore point................43
Reinstalling bundled applications and drivers............44
Creating recovery discs or Application and Driver DVD .44
Creating a Factory Recovery CD/DVD........................44
Creating a User Recovery CD/DVD ............................45
Creating an Application and Driver DVD ..................45
Creating bootable USB flash disk.................................46
Protecting your Joybook from viruses and other security
threats......................................................................................47
FAQ and troubleshooting............................................................ 48
Battery and power...................................................................48
Connection..............................................................................49
System......................................................................................51
Display.....................................................................................55
Cleaning and battery maintenance ............................................. 56
Battery maintenance...............................................................56
Cleaning your Joybook...........................................................56
Service and support...................................................................... 57
BenQ Joybook Global Online Service....................................57
Joybook Overseas Regional Warranty (ORW) online
registration.............................................................................. 57
Safety instructions for Poland, Romania, Slovenia, Bulgaria,
Latvia, and Croatia................................................................. 58
Appendix....................................................................................... 61
General safety information.................................................... 61
Safety information about the battery .................................... 61
Safety information about the power adapter........................ 62
Disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment by
users in private households in the European Union............ 62
Declaration of Conformity .................................................... 63
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Overview 1
Overview
About this book
This book provides you the main information about various
components in your Joybook 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 Joybook
Touring your Joybook Introduction to the hardware
components of your Joybook
Getting started with
Windows 7
Basic information about
Windows 7
Using your Joybook Basic and advanced
information about operating
your Joybook
Using BIOS setup Information about how to use
the BIOS setup utility
Recovering your
system using
QDataTrove
Information about using system
backup and restore tools
FAQ and
troubleshooting
Information about frequently
asked questions and
troubleshooting
Cleaning and battery
maintenance
Information about cleaning and
battery maintenance
Service and support Information about Joybook
service and support
Appendix Important safety information
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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 Joybook, 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 7.
In this book, the steps needed to reach a menu are shown in
condensed form, for example: Start > Help and Support. The
Control Panel options mentioned are organized by the default
category view.
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.
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Getting started 3
Getting started
Package contents
Before using your Joybook 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 Joybook for service.
Getting your Joybook ready
for use
1. Connecting the power
a. Connect the power cord to the power adapter.
b. Connect the power adapter to the power jack on your
Joybook.
Depending on the model of your Joybook, the appearance
may be different from the illustrations shown in this manual.
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c. Connect the power cord to a power outlet. The
Joybook will automatically start charging the battery.
2. Opening your Joybook
Gently lift up the latchless lid that allows you to open the case
easily.
3. Performing initial setup
Press the Power button to start up your Joybook, the Power
button indicator then lights up in blue. And then follow the on-
screen instructions to complete the initial Windows 7 setup.
• The battery pack is shipped with low charge from the factory.
You can still use your Joybook while the battery is charging.
• Power systems and plug types may vary depending on your
country/region.
• For details about the colors and meanings of the indicators,
refer to "Indicators" on page 11.
• Your Joybook works best with Windows 7. 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 Joybook.
• The actual operating system that comes with your Joybook
may vary. For details, refer to the Product Specification label
on the product carton
Important:
It is strongly recommended to create Factory Recovery DVD
immediately once your Joybook is ready for use. Refer to
"Creating a Factory Recovery CD/DVD" on page 44 for details.
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Expanding the capabilities of your Joybook
Access local area network (LAN) by connecting a network cable
to the LAN port of your Joybook.
Connect an external display device (such as a monitor or
projector) to the 15-pin D-sub video jack of your Joybook with
a VGA cable.
Connect a separate audio or video device that has an HDMI
interface, such as an HDMI-capable display device, projector,
AV AV receiver, or any compatible device.
Connect USB peripherals to the USB port(s) of your Joybook.
Pay attention to the plug direction when making the following
connections. Incorrect direction may cause damage to the
device.
To switch to the external display device or simultaneous
display, press the <Fn> + <F3> hotkey combination.
For details, refer to "HDMI-output port (Version 1.3a; Type A
connector)" on page 8 and "Using the HDMI-output port" on
page 28
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Insert an SD, MMC, MS, or MS Pro memory card by 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.
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Touring your Joybook
Front view
(1)
(2)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(3)
No. Front components
(1) Built-in microphone
Receives sounds and voices for recording.
(2) Built-in webcam
A built-in webcam that allows you to capture still
images, record videos, and chat online. For details,
refer to "Using the built-in webcam" on page 32.
(3) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) panel
(4) Indicators
Refer to "Indicators" on page 11 for details.
(5) Keyboard
(6) Touchpad
Refer to "Using the touchpad" on page 14 for
details.
(7) Power button
Turns your Joybook on or off.
• When the system is on, it lights up in white.
• When the system is in Sleep mode, it flashes in
white.
• When the system is off or in Hibernation mode,
the light goes off.
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Left side view
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7)
No. Left-side components
(1) Power jack
Connects AC power supply to power the Joybook
and charge the battery.
(2) USB port
Connects peripherals such as mice, digital
cameras and MP3 players that use the USB 2.0
interface.
(3) HDMI-output port (Version 1.3a; Type A
connector)
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is the
digital interface standard for connecting high-
definition (HD) consumer electronics components,
which enhances the quality of your HD
experience. Refer to "Using the HDMI-output port"
on page 28.
(4) 15-pin D-sub video jack
Connects external display devices, such as
monitors and projectors.
(5) 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.
(6) Audio output jack
Connects to an earphone/headset or external
speaker for playing the Joybook audio.
(7) Kensington lock
You can attach an anti-theft Kensington lock and
cable to this slot to help prevent possible theft.
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Right side view
(1) (2) (3)
No. Right-side components
(1) Four-in-One memory card slot
For an SD, MMC, MS, or MS Pro memory card.
(2) USB ports
Connects peripherals such as mice, digital
cameras and MP3 players that use the USB 2.0
interface.
(3) LAN (Local Area Network) port (RJ-45
connector)
Allows the Joybook to connect to a 10/100Mbps
fast Ethernet 100BASE-T network.
Please be careful to avoid plugging a 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.
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Bottom view
If you want to replace memory, please contact your nearest
BenQ distributor or customer service center for assistance.
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Indicators
(1)
(2)
(3)
No. Indicators
(1) Battery indicator
• When the battery is charging, it flashes in
orange.
• When the battery is fully charged, it lights up in
orange.
• When the battery is in use, it lights up in green.
• When the battery is running low, it flashes in
green.
(2) Hard disk activity indicator
Lights up in green when the Joybook is accessing
data in the hard disk.
(3) Wireless LAN (WLAN) / Bluetooth
indicator
• When WLAN or Bluetooth is turned on, it lights
up in green.
• When both WLAN and Bluetooth are turned off,
it goes off.
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Getting started with Windows 7
If you are using Windows 7 on your Joybook, you may want to
find information about the following topics. Refer to the user
manual that is supplied with your operating system, or search
from Help and Support in the Start menu.
• How to set the system region settings, date, and time.
• How to set system administrator and user security logins and
settings.
• How to install, setup and run anti-virus software.
• How to name the computer for network identification.
• How to connect to a local network wirelessly or by cable.
• How to connect to another computer over a network and share
files.
• How to connect with a network or shared printer.
• How to connect to the Internet.
• How to register Windows and other packaged software.
• How to update Windows with the latest service packs and
security patches.
• How to synchronize the system clock with an Internet time
server.
• How to locate, download, and install latest system device
drivers.
• How to setup scheduled events for system maintenance.
Turning off Joybook properly
or selecting other options
To turn off Joybook, click Start > . You can also
click to the right of and choose other options
as shown below:
Alternatively, you can customize power settings using the steps
below:
1. Right-click the battery meter icon ( or ) in the
notification area located in the lower right corner of the
desktop, and then click Power Options.
2. On the Select a power plan screen, click Change plan
settings under the selected plan.
3. Click Change advanced power settings.
4. On the Advanced settings tab, double-click Power
buttons and lid to expand this category.
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5. Double-click Lid close action and Power button action
to expand these items.
6. To specify the action to take when you close the lid of your
Joybook or press the Power button, click On battery or
Plugged in, and then select the desired setting from the
drop-down list.
Using Windows Mobility
Center
Windows Mobility Center is a convenient location where you
can quickly access your Joybook's settings, such as volume,
battery status, and wireless network, etc.
To open Windows Mobility Center, press the + <X>
hotkey combination, or do one of the following:
• Click Start > Control Panel > Adjust commonly used
mobility settings (under Hardware and Sound).
• Right-click the battery meter icon ( or ) in the
notification area located in the lower right corner of the
desktop, and then click Windows Mobility Center.
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Using your Joybook
Using the touchpad
The touchpad with its buttons is a pointing device that
functions as an optional external mouse, which can perform
navigation, scrolling and selection functions. The components
of the touchpad are described as follows.
• To use the touchpad as an optional external mouse, press the
left and right touchpad buttons, which provide the same click
functions as an external mouse does.
• To move the pointer, place your finger with slight pressure on
the touchpad and move in the direction as desired.
(1)
(2)
(3)
No. Component Function
(1) Touchpad Moves the pointer, selects or
activates items on the screen.
(2) Left touchpad
button
Equivalent to the left button of
an optional external mouse.
(3) Right touchpad
button
Equivalent to the right button
of an optional external mouse.
Do not use a pen, pencil, or marker on the touchpad. Use only
your fingertip.
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Function Left
touchpad
button
Right
touchpad
button
Touchpad
Select Click once. -- Tap once.
Execute Click twice
quickly.
-- Tap twice
quickly.
Drag Click once
and hold the
item, and
then use
your finger
on the
touchpad to
drag.
-- Tap twice
quickly and
hold the
item, and
then move
your finger
on the
touchpad to
drag.
Display
the
contextual
menu
-- Click once. --
• The touchpad is a pressure sensitive device that requires
proper care to avoid damage.
• Do not rest heavy objects on the touchpad or its buttons.
• Do not scratch the touchpad with sharp-pointed objects or
your fingernails.
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Using the keyboard
Function hotkeys
You can use the function hotkeys to access commonly used functions or make quick settings. To use the hotkeys, press and hold the
<Fn> (Function) key at the lower left corner of the keyboard, and then press the desired hotkey (highlighted below in red).
The appearance of the keyboard legend may vary depending on the country/region of your purchase.
Function hotkey Description Function hotkey Description
<Fn> + <F1> Activates or deactivates the touchpad. <Fn> + <F2> Turns off internal LCD display.
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