BenQ Joybook P53 Series User manual

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Joybook P53 Series User Manual

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is a trademark of SRS Labs, Inc. TruSurround HD
and Headphone 360 technologies are incorporated under
license from SRS Labs, Inc.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and "High-Definition Multimedia
Interface" are trademarks or registered trademarks of "HDMI
Licensing LLC".
Joybook models covered by
this manual
This manual contains the information about the following
Joybook models:
• Joybook P53 Series
Please note that the actual hardware or software capabilities will
vary according to the model you purchased. To determine your
Joybook model, please refer to the label on the packing box, or
the printing on your Joybook.

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..............................6
Touring your Joybook.................................................................... 9
Front view....................................................................................9
Left side view .............................................................................11
Right side view ..........................................................................13
Bottom view ..............................................................................15
Indicators...................................................................................16
Getting started with Windows Vista........................................... 17
Turning off your Joybook properly .........................................17
Using Windows Mobility Center .............................................18
Using your Joybook...................................................................... 19
Using the touchpad...................................................................19
Using the keyboard ...................................................................21
Function hotkeys ................................................................21
Windows keys and lock keys ..............................................23
Using built-in wireless connectivity
(available on selected models)..................................................25
Connecting to a wireless network:.....................................25
Using Bluetooth (available on selected models) .....................27
Connecting to a Bluetooth device......................................27
Sending a file to a Bluetooth device .................................. 31
Using the HDMI output socket............................................... 33
When connecting to an HDMI-capable LCD TV ............ 34
Adjusting the audio output: ........................................ 34
Adjusting the video output:......................................... 34
Using build-in camera (available on selected models)........... 36
Using WebCam Companion 2 .......................................... 36
Main screen .................................................................. 36
Capturing still images or recording videos................. 37
Monitoring ................................................................... 38
Video chat..................................................................... 38
Using Magic-i Visual Effects.............................................. 38
Main features................................................................ 38
Adjusting resolution .................................................... 39
Using SRS.................................................................................. 39
Using BIOS setup ......................................................................... 40
When and how to use BIOS setup........................................... 40
Navigating the BIOS setup screen ........................................... 41
Main menu ......................................................................... 41
Advanced ............................................................................ 42
Security menu..................................................................... 42
Boot menu .......................................................................... 42
Exit menu............................................................................ 42
Boot from LAN......................................................................... 43
Recovering your system using QDataTrove............................... 44
Introduction to QDataTrove ................................................... 44

Table of Contentsiv
How to launch QDataTrove .....................................................44
Using QDataTrove in Windows Vista .....................................45
Backing up your system......................................................45
Backing up your system into a single file ....................45
Backing up your system into a disc..............................45
Creating a restore point................................................46
Restoring your system.........................................................46
Restoring your system to factory default settings .......46
Restoring your system to your own backup system
image .............................................................................46
Restoring your system from a restore point................47
Reinstalling bundled applications and drivers............47
Creating recovery discs or Application and Driver
DVD.....................................................................................47
Creating a Factory Recovery DVD...............................47
Creating a User Recovery CD/DVD ............................48
Creating an Application and Driver DVD ..................48
Protecting your Joybook from viruses and other security
threats ........................................................................................49
Connecting to external display devices....................................... 50
Connecting to a VGA display device........................................50
Installing additional memory...................................................... 51
Installing additional hard disk .................................................... 54
Preparing to use the new hard disk..........................................57
FAQ and troubleshooting............................................................ 58
General.......................................................................................58
Battery and power .....................................................................58
Connection ................................................................................60
System ........................................................................................60
Display....................................................................................... 65
Cleaning and battery maintenance ............................................. 66
Battery maintenance................................................................. 66
Cleaning your Joybook............................................................. 66
Service and support...................................................................... 67
BenQ Joybook Global Online Service...................................... 67
Joybook Overseas Regional Warranty (ORW) online
registration ................................................................................ 67
Appendix....................................................................................... 68
General safety information....................................................... 68
Safety information about the battery....................................... 68
Safety information about the AC adapter ...............................69
Disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment by
users in private households in the European Union .............. 69
Declaration of Conformity....................................................... 70
Safety instructions for Poland, Romania, Slovenia, Bulgaria,
Latvia, and Croatia.................................................................... 71

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 Vista
Basic information about
Windows Vista.
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
recovery tools.
Connecting to
external display
devices
Information about how to
connect your Joybook to
external display devices.
Installing additional
memory
Information about how to add
additional RAM memory.
Installing additional
hard disk
Information about how to add
additional hard disk.
FAQ and
troubleshooting
Information about frequently
asked questions and
troubleshooting.
Cleaning and battery
maintenance
Information about cleaning and
battery maintenance.
Service and support Joybook service and support
information.
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:
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
Depending on the model of your Joybook, the appearance may
be different from the illustrations shown in this manual.
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. Installing the battery pack
Turn your Joybook upside down and put it on a soft clean cloth.
With the label side of the battery pack facing down, slide it
gently into the battery compartment until it snaps into place
(1). Move the battery retainer B to the right as shown to lock the
battery pack into place (2).
Battery retainer B

Getting started4
2. Connecting the power
The battery pack is shipped with low charge from the factory.
Connect to the power source and start to charge your battery.
You can still use your Joybook while the battery is charging.
Connect the power cord to the power adapter.
Connect the power adapter to the power socket on your
Joybook.
Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. The Joybook will
automatically start charging the battery.
• Power systems and plug types may vary depending on your
country/region.
• When the battery is charging, the battery indicator lights up in
white. When the battery is fully charged, the light goes off.
• For details about the colors and meanings of the indicators,
refer to "Indicators" on page 16.
3. Opening your Joybook
Gently lift up the latchless lid that allows you to open the case
easily.

Getting started 5
4. Performing initial setup
Press the Power button to start up your Joybook, and then
follow the on-screen instructions to complete the initial
Windows Vista setup.
• Your Joybook P53 Series works best with Windows Vista®
Home Basic, Windows Vista® Home Premium, Windows
Vista® Business, or Windows Vista® Ultimate. 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.

Getting started6
Expanding the capabilities of your Joybook
Connect an external display device (such as a monitor or
projector) to the 15-pin D-sub video socket of your Joybook.
Access local area network (LAN) by connecting a network cable
to the LAN port of your Joybook.
Insert an ExpressCard/34 module or ExpressCard/54 module to
further expand the capabilities of your Joybook
.
Use the optical drive to access data on various kinds of discs and
enjoy movies or music.

Getting started 7
Connect an earphone to the earphone socket to output sounds.
Connect a microphone to the microphone socket to record
sounds.
Insert a Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, MMC, and SD
memory card following the direction indicated on the card to
exchange files.
Connect digital camcorders and high-speed storage equipment
to this IEEE 1394 (FireWire) Port.

Getting started8
Connect USB peripherals to the USB port of your Joybook.
Connect a separate audio or video device that has an HDMI
interface, such as an HDMI-capable display device, projector,
A/V receiver, or any compatible device.
For details, refer to "HDMI output socket (version 1.3)" on page
12 and "Using the HDMI output socket" on page 33.

Touring your Joybook 9
Touring your Joybook
Front view
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(4)
(7)
(11)
(1)
(10) (9) (8)
No. Front components
(1) Built-in microphone
Receives sounds and voices for recording.
(2) Built-in camera
A 1.3 megapixel built-in camera that allows you to
hold a video conference, capture images, or
record videos. For details, refer to "Using build-in
camera (available on selected models)" on page
36.
(3) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) panel
(4) Speakers
(5) Keyboard

Touring your Joybook10
(6) Power and quick access buttons with LED
indicators
Power
Turns your Joybook on or off. The light is on when
the power is on. The light flashes when the system
is in Sleep mode.
WLAN
Turns your wireless connection on or off. The light
is on when WLAN is on.
E-Mail
Opens the Microsoft®Office Outlook®. The light
is on when Outlook®is activated.
(7) Touchpad
Refer to "Using the touchpad" on page 19 for
details.
(8) Microphone input socket
Can be used to connect to a microphone for
recording sounds.
This socket is for 3.5mm analog audio plugs. It
accepts both mono and stereo plugs.
(9) Audio output socket
Can be used to connect to an earphone/headset
or external speaker for playing Joybook audio.
(10) Four-in-One memory card slot
For a Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, MMC, or
SD memory card.
(11) Indicators
Refer to "Indicators" on page 16 for details.

Touring your Joybook 11
Left side view
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7)
No. Left-side components
(1) 15-pin D-sub video socket
For connecting external display devices, such as
monitors and projectors.
(2) Ventilation holes
For dissipating heat and keeping the computer at
an optimal temperature.
To prevent overheating, do not obstruct the vent. For
example, do not use the Joybook in bed where a
blanket may inadvertently cover the vent and block the
airflow.

Touring your Joybook12
(3) HDMI output socket (version 1.3)
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.
With this HDMI output socket, you can connect a
separate audio or video device that has an HDMI
interface, such as an HDMI-capable display
device, projector, A/V receiver, or any compatible
device.
• You need an HDMI cable (purchased separately) to
connect your Joybook to an HDMI-capable device. For
details about the connection, refer to "Using the HDMI
output socket" on page 33.
• HDMI version is specific to the device, not the cable
being used. When connecting two devices together,
versions are backwards compatible but only the
lowest version will be able to be used.
Be aware that HDMI input must be HDCP-compliant to
be displayed.
(4) LAN (Local Area Network) port (RJ-45
connector)
• Allows Joybook to connect to a 10/100 Mbps fast
Ethernet 100BASE-T network.
(5) ExpressCard slot
This ExpressCard slot accepts two formats of the
standard ExpressCard modules: ExpressCard/34
and ExpressCard/54. The ExpressCard/34
module is characterized by its 34 mm width, and
the ExpressCard/54 module is characterized by its
54 mm width. You can use an ExpressCard to
further expand the capabilities of your Joybook.
Insert an ExpressCard into the slot following the
direction indicated on the card and complete
related driver settings.
(6) USB ports
For connecting peripherals such as mice, digital
cameras and MP3 players that use the USB 2.0
interface.
(7) IEEE 1394 (FireWire) port
For connecting high-speed peripherals, such as
digital video cameras and other consumer
electronics devices that use the IEEE 1394
(FireWire) interface.

Touring your Joybook 13
Right side view
(1)
(2)
(6) (5) (3)
(4)
No. Right-side components
(1) Anti-theft Kensington lock slot
You can attach an anti-theft Kensington lock and
cable to this slot to help prevent possible theft.
(2) Power socket
For connecting AC power supply to power the
Joybook and charge the battery.
(3) DVD/CD-RW Combo/DVD Super-Multi drive
(available on selected models)
The type of the optical drive varies by model, and the
support of disc types depends on the optical drive that
comes with your Joybook.
Supports multi-functional optical module for
reading music CDs, VCDs and DVDs or burning
CD-R/CD-RW or DVD+R/DVD-R/DVD+RW/DVD-
RW/DVD-RAM (optional) discs. Discs can be
inserted/ejected by pressing the small ejection
button on the drive.

Touring your Joybook14
(4) Manual tray opening
If you wish to open the disc tray when your
Joybook power is off, or it can't be opened using
the ejection button, insert a pointed object (like an
opened paper clip) into the tray ejection hole next
to the ejection button to release the disc tray.
(5) Optical drive ejection button
Discs can be inserted/ejected by pressing this
ejection button.
(6) USB ports
For connecting peripherals such as mice, digital
cameras and MP3 players that use the USB 2.0
interface.

Touring your Joybook 15
Bottom view
No. Bottom components
(1) Battery retainer A
Secures the battery in place.
(2) Battery pack
Supplies power to Joybook when external power
is not connected.
(3) Battery retainer B
Secures the battery in place.
(1)(2)(3)
(4)
(6)
(5)
(4) MiniCard and memory expansion slot cover
Inside the cover, you can find the memory slot of
Joybook. There is also a MiniCard slot for using
an optional MiniCard.
• A wireless network card in the MiniCard form-factor
design may have been pre-installed on selected
models.
• To remove the cover, a small Phillips head screwdriver
is required.
• For more information about adding additional
memory, the limit of maximum memory, or the types
of BenQ certified memory modules for your Joybook,
refer to "Installing additional memory" on page 51.
(5) Primary hard disk cover
Contains the primary hard disk of Joybook.
• Do not open this cover. Removing the cover will void
the warranty.
(6) Secondary hard disk cover
Inside the cover, you can find the hard disk slot of
Joybook.
• To remove the cover, a small Phillips head screwdriver
is required.
• For more information about adding additional hard
disk, refer to "Installing additional hard disk" on page
54.

Touring your Joybook16
Indicators
No. Indicators
(1) Battery indicator
• When the battery is charging, the indicator lights
up in white.
• When the battery is fully charged, the light goes
off.
• Flashing white indicates that the battery is
running low or the battery is malfunctioning, in
which case you should contact service
personnel.
(2) Caps Lock indicator
Lights up in white when the <Caps Lock> key is
enabled.
(3) Num Lock indicator
Lights up in white when the <Num Lk> key is
enabled.
(1) (2) (3) (4)
(4) Bluetooth indicator
When the Bluetooth is on, it lights up in white.