BenQ U101 Series User manual

Joybook Lite
U101 Series
User Manual

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Joybook Lite model covered by
this manual
This manual contains the information about the following
Joybook Lite model:
• Joybook Lite U101 Series
Please note that the actual hardware or software capabilities will
vary according to the model you purchased. To determine your
Joybook Lite model, please refer to the label on the packing box,
or the printing on your Joybook Lite.
Ver.: 3/2/2009

Table of Contents iii
Table of Contents
Overview ......................................................................................... 1
About this book...........................................................................1
Typographics...............................................................................2
Getting started................................................................................ 3
Package contents.........................................................................3
Getting your Joybook Lite ready for use....................................3
Expanding the capabilities of your Joybook Lite.......................6
Touring your Joybook Lite ............................................................ 8
Front view....................................................................................8
Left side view ...............................................................................9
Right side view ..........................................................................10
Bottom view ..............................................................................12
Indicators...................................................................................13
Basic operations ........................................................................... 15
Using the touchpad...................................................................15
Using the keyboard ...................................................................17
Function hotkeys ................................................................17
Windows key shortcuts and other keys .............................19
Using Joybook Lite on Windows XP........................................... 21
Using built-in wireless connectivity (available on selected
models)......................................................................................21
Connecting to a wireless network......................................21
Using 3G (available on selected models) .................................23
Inserting the SIM card........................................................23
Connecting to the networks using 3G ...............................24
Using Bluetooth (available on selected models) .....................25
Connecting to a Bluetooth device ..................................... 25
Sending a file to a Bluetooth device .................................. 28
Using the built-in webcam....................................................... 30
Activating WebCam Companion 3................................... 30
Using WebCam Companion 3 .......................................... 30
Switching to different modules ................................... 31
Capturing still images or recording videos................. 31
Using the Masque function ......................................... 31
Photo Booth ................................................................. 31
Video chat........................................................................... 32
Using Magic-i Visual Effects.............................................. 32
Adjusting resolution .................................................... 32
Using BIOS setup ......................................................................... 33
When and how to use BIOS setup........................................... 33
Navigating the BIOS setup screen ........................................... 34
Main menu ......................................................................... 34
Advanced menu.................................................................. 35
Security menu..................................................................... 35
Boot menu .......................................................................... 35
Exit menu............................................................................ 36
Boot from LAN......................................................................... 36
Installing additional memory ..................................................... 37
Recovering your system using QDataTrove............................... 40
Introduction to QDataTrove ................................................... 40
How to launch QDataTrove .................................................... 40
Using QDataTrove on Windows XP ....................................... 41

Table of Contentsiv
Backing up your system......................................................41
Backing up your system into a single file ....................41
Backing up your system into a disc..............................41
Creating a restore point................................................41
Restoring your system.........................................................42
Restoring your system to factory default settings .......42
Restoring your system to your own backup system
image .............................................................................42
Restoring your system from a restore point................43
Reinstalling bundled applications and drivers
(available on selected models) .....................................43
Creating recovery discs .......................................................43
Creating a Factory Recovery CD/DVD........................43
Creating a User Recovery CD/DVD ............................44
Creating Bootable USB Disk ........................................44
Protecting your Joybook Lite from viruses and other
security threats ..........................................................................45
Connecting to external display devices....................................... 46
Connecting to a VGA display device........................................46
Adjusting the video output.................................................47
FAQ and troubleshooting............................................................ 48
General.......................................................................................48
Battery and power .....................................................................48
Connection ................................................................................50
System ........................................................................................50
Display .......................................................................................54
Cleaning and battery maintenance ............................................. 56
Battery maintenance .................................................................56
Cleaning your Joybook Lite......................................................56
Service and support...................................................................... 57
BenQ Joybook Lite Global Online Service .............................. 57
Joybook/Joybook Lite Overseas Regional Warranty (ORW)
online registration..................................................................... 57
Appendix....................................................................................... 58
General safety information....................................................... 58
Safety information about the battery....................................... 58
Safety information about the power adapter .......................... 59
Disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment by
users in private households in the European Union. ............. 59
Declaration of Conformity....................................................... 60
Safety instructions for Poland, Romania, Slovenia, Bulgaria,
Latvia, and Croatia.................................................................... 61

Overview 1
Overview
About this book
This book provides you the main information about various
components in your Joybook Lite 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 Lite.
Touring your Joybook
Lite Introduction to the hardware components of your Joybook
Lite.
Basic operations Basic and advanced
information about operating
your Joybook Lite.
Using Joybook Lite on
Windows XP Information about operating your Joybook Lite on Windows
XP.
Using BIOS setup Information about how to use
the BIOS setup utility.
Recovering your
system using
QDataTrove
Information about using system
recovery tools.
Installing additional
memory Information about how to add additional RAM memory.
FAQ and
troubleshooting Information about frequently asked questions and
troubleshooting.
Cleaning and battery
maintenance Information about cleaning and battery maintenance.
Service and support Joybook Lite 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:
When you first set up your Joybook Lite, 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 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
Depending on the model of your Joybook Lite, the appearance
may be different from the illustrations shown in this manual.
Package contents
Before using your Joybook Lite 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 Lite for service.
Getting your Joybook Lite
ready for use
1. Installing the battery pack
Close the lid of your Joybook Lite (if open). Turn your Joybook
Lite upside down and place 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 "Battery
retainer A" to the right as shown to lock the battery pack into
place (2).
Battery retainer A

Getting started4
2. Connecting the power
Connect the power cord to the power adapter.
Connect the power adapter to the power jack on your Joybook
Lite.
Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. The Joybook Lite will
automatically start charging the battery.
• The battery pack is shipped with low charge from the factory.
You can still use your Joybook Lite while the battery is
charging.
• Power systems and plug types may vary depending on your
country/region.
• When the battery is charging, the battery indicator lights up in
amber. 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 13.
3. Opening your Joybook Lite
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 Lite, and then
follow the on-screen instructions to complete the initial setup.
• Your Joybook Lite U101 Series works 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 Joybook Lite.
• The actual operating system that comes with your Joybook
Lite may vary. For details, refer to the Product Specification
label on the product carton.

Getting started6
Expanding the capabilities of your Joybook Lite
Connect an external display device (such as a monitor or
projector) to the 15-pin D-sub video jack of your Joybook Lite
with a VGA cable.
To switch to the external display device or simultaneous
display, press the <Fn> + <F3> hotkey combination.
Connect USB peripherals to the USB port of your Joybook Lite.
Insert a Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, SD, or MMC
memory card following the direction indicated on the card to
exchange files.

Getting started 7
Connect an earphone to the audio output jack to output
sounds.
Connect a microphone to the microphone input jack to record
sounds.
Access local area network (LAN) by connecting a network cable
to the LAN port of your Joybook Lite.

Touring your Joybook Lite8
Touring your Joybook Lite
Front view
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6) (7)
(8)
(2)
(1)
No. Front components
(1) Built-in microphone
Receives sounds and voices for recording.
(2) Built-in webcam
A built-in 1.3 megapixel webcam that allows you
to capture still images, record videos, and chat
online. For details, refer to "Using the built-in
webcam" on page 30.
(3) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) panel
(4) Indicators
Refer to "Indicators" on page 13 for details.
(5) Keyboard
(6) Indicators
Refer to "Indicators" on page 13 for details.
(7) Touchpad
Refer to "Using the touchpad" on page 15 for
details.
(8) Power button
Turns your Joybook Lite on or off.

Touring your Joybook Lite 9
Left side view
(1) (2) (3) (4)
No. Left-side components
(1) Power jack
For connecting AC power supply to power the
Joybook Lite and charge the battery.
(2) Ventilation holes
For dissipating heat and keeping your Joybook
Lite at an optimal temperature.
To prevent overheating, do not obstruct the vent. For
example, do not use the Joybook Lite in bed where a
blanket may inadvertently cover the vent and block the
airflow.
(3) 15-pin D-sub video jack
For connecting external display devices, such as
monitors and projectors.
(4) USB ports
For connecting peripherals such as mice, digital
cameras and MP3 players that use the USB 2.0
interface.

Touring your Joybook Lite10
Right side view
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6)
No. Right-side components
(1) Four-in-One memory card slot
For a Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, SD, or
MMC memory card.
(2) Audio output jack
Can be used to connect to an earphone/headset
or external speaker for playing the Joybook Lite
audio.
(3) Microphone input jack
Can be used to connect to a microphone for
recording sounds.
This jack is for 3.5mm analog audio plugs. It
accepts both mono and stereo plugs.
(4) USB ports
For connecting peripherals such as mice, digital
cameras and MP3 players that use the USB 2.0
interface.

Touring your Joybook Lite 11
(5) LAN (Local Area Network) port (RJ-45
connector)
Allows the Joybook Lite 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.
(6) Anti-theft Kensington lock slot
You can attach an anti-theft Kensington lock and
cable to this slot to help prevent possible theft.

Touring your Joybook Lite12
Bottom view
SSD
(5) (5)
(1) (2) (3)
(4)
No. Bottom components
(1) Battery retainer A
Secures the battery in place.
(2) Battery pack
Supplies power to the Joybook Lite when external
power is not connected.
(3) Battery retainer B
Secures the battery in place.
(4) Memory expansion slot cover
Inside the cover, you can find the memory slot of
the Joybook Lite.
• 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
Lite, refer to "Installing additional memory" on page
37.
(5) Speakers

Touring your Joybook Lite 13
Indicators
No. Indicators
(1) Power button indicator
• When the system is on, it lights up in blue.
• When the system is in Sleep mode, it lights up in
amber.
• When the system is off or in Hibernation, the
light goes off.
(1)
No. Indicators
(2) Hard disk activity indicator
Flashes in blue when the Joybook Lite is
accessing data in the hard disk.
(3) Caps Lock indicator
Lights up in blue when the <Caps Lock> key is
enabled.
(2) (3) (4)
(5) (6) (7)

Touring your Joybook Lite14
(4) Num Lock indicator
Lights up in blue when the <Num Lk> key is
enabled.
(5) Wireless network/Bluetooth indicator
• When the wireless LAN (WLAN) is on, it lights up
in blue.
• When Bluetooth is on, it lights up in amber.
• When the WLAN and Bluetooth are both on, it
lights up in purple.
• When the WLAN and Bluetooth are both off, the
light goes off.
(6) System status indicator
• When the system is on, it lights up in blue.
• When the system is in Sleep mode, it lights up in
amber.
• When the system is off for Hibernation, the light
goes off.
(7) Battery indicator
• When the battery is charging, it lights up in
amber.
• When the battery is fully charged, the light goes
off.
• When the battery is in use, it lights up in blue.
• When the battery is running low, it blinks in blue.
• When the battery is not working properly, it
flashes in amber.

Basic operations 15
Basic operations
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.
• Do not use a pen, pencil, or marker on the touchpad. Use only
your fingertip.
• To set the touchpad preferences on Windows XP, select
Start > Control Panel > Printers and other Hardware >
Mouse.
(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.

Basic operations16
• 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.
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
context
menu
-- Click once. --