Lenovo HORIZON 2e User manual

Machine type: F0AS
Lenovo
HORIZON 2e
User Guide
www.lenovo.com
Version 1.0 2014.06
SP40G09159

Important Safety Information
Before using this manual, it is important that you read and understand all of the
related safety information for this product. Refer to the Safety and Warranty Guide
that you received with this product for the latest safety information. Reading and
understanding this safety information reduces the risk of personal injury or product
damage.
The interface and functions shown in this User Guide are provided for reference
only and may differ from actual product appearance. Product design and
specifications may be changed without notice.
Danger: Be aware of extremely hazardous or potentially lethal situations.
Attention: Be aware of possible damage to programs, devices, or data.
Note: Pay attention to this important information.
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or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No. GS-35F-05925.

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Contents
Contents
Important Safety Information
Using the Computer Hardware ................................................. 1
Front view of the computer.........................................................................2
Left and right view of the computer ............................................................3
Rear view of the computer .........................................................................4
Computer stand .........................................................................................4
Connecting your computer.........................................................................5
Important information about using the computer ........................................6
Connecting to the Internet..........................................................................7
Using the E-Dice......................................................................... 9
E-Dice Components and Connectors.......................................................10
Charging the E-Dice.................................................................................10
Playing with the E-Dice.............................................................................11
Use and Maintenance ..............................................................................12
Using Windows 8.1 ................................................................... 13
Switching between the main Windows 8.1 interfaces ...............................14
The Charms Bar.......................................................................................14
Shutting down the computer....................................................................14
Switching between apps ..........................................................................15
Closing an app.........................................................................................15
Opening other system programs ..............................................................15
Windows Help and Support .....................................................................15

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Touch screen instructions ....................................................... 17
Touch Screen Calibration..........................................................................18
User Gesture Instructions for the Touch screen ........................................18
Precautions when using the Touch Screen ...............................................23
Using the Rescue System........................................................ 25
OneKey Recovery ....................................................................................26
Driver and Application Installation .............................................................27
Using the Software................................................................... 29
Lenovo Support .......................................................................................30
Troubleshooting and Confirming Setup ................................. 31
Troubleshooting Display Problems............................................................32
Troubleshooting Touch screen..................................................................33
Troubleshooting Audio Problems ..............................................................33
Troubleshooting Software Problems .........................................................34
Troubleshooting Problems Hard Disks ......................................................35
Special considerations for troubleshooting Windows ................................35
Windows Help and Support .....................................................................36
BIOS setup utility......................................................................................36
Performing Daily Maintenance Tasks ........................................................37
Appendix. .................................................................................. 39
Declaration...............................................................................................39
Trademarks ..............................................................................................40
Energy Star Statement .............................................................................40
Enabling ErP compliance mode................................................................41
Electronic emissions notices .................................................. 42
Mexico regulatory notice......................................................... 43

This chapter contains the following
topics:
ØIntroduction to the computer hardware
ØInformation on computer connections
Note: The descriptions in this chapter
might be different from what you see on
your computer, depending on the computer
model and configuration.
User Guide 1
Using the Computer Hardware

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Front view of the computer
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Built-in microphone Camera LED indicator
Built-in camera Ambient light sensor*
Windows button** Near Field Communication (NFC)
(selected models only)
* Ambient light sensor
The ambient light sensor detects the amount of light in your surroundings.
The screen brightness automatically adjusts depending on the ambient light
conditions detected by the built-in ambient light sensor.
** Windows button
Press this button to toggle between the current view and the Start screen.
Note: Battery status is displayed in several places in the Windows OS. You
will be alerted when the battery starts to run low. Make sure you connect
the power supply when you receive an alert.
Note: Connect the power supply to your computer when using it for the
first time.

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Left and right view of the computer
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2
4
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Memory card reader Combo audio jack*
USB 3.0 connectors (3) HDMI-in connector
Power connector Volume control button
Power button
* Combo audio jack: Used to connect headsets.
Notes:
•The combo audio jack does not support conventional microphones.
•Different industry standards may lead to the recording function not
being supported if third-party headphones or headsets are connected.

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Rear view of the computer
Attention: Be careful not to block any air vents on the computer. Blocked
air vents can cause overheating.
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2
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Air vents Computer stand
Computer stand
70º
15º
90º
The computer can be positioned at between 15° and 70° from an upright vertical
position, and can also be placed flat down in a horizontal position.

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Connecting your computer
Note: Your computer may not have all of the connectors described in this
section.
Basic connector instructions
Connector Description
Microphone Use this connector to attach a microphone to your
computer when you want to record sound or if you use
speech-recognition software.
Headphone Use this connector to attach headphones to your computer
when you want to listen to music or other sounds without
disturbing anyone.
USB connector Use this connector to attach a device that requires a USB
connection.
HDMI-in connector
(optional)
Use this computer as a display monitor by connecting other
devices to its HDMI-in port.
Note: If your computer is equipped with a wireless keyboard or mouse,
follow the installation instructions for those devices.
Connecting the power cord

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Important information about using the
computer
Press the power button on the side of the computer to turn on the computer.
Hold the computer tightly when you carry it.

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Connecting to the Internet
To connect to the Internet, you’ll need a contract with an Internet Service Provider
(ISP) and some hardware.
IPSs and ISP offerings vary by country. Contact your ISP for offerings available in
your country.
Your computer is designed to support a wireless network that connects your
computer to other devices.
Wireless network connection
For wireless networks, you can use the built-in wireless LAN antenna to access
your wireless home network.
To connect your computer to the wireless network:
1. Move the cursor to the top right or bottom right corner of the screen, then click
Settings. (If your computer is equipped with touch screen, swipe in from the
right edge of the screen, then tap Settings.)
2. Click or tap the network icon , then select the name of your router. Click or
tap Connect, then follow the steps on the screen.
Test the wireless network by opening your Web browser and accessing any
Web site.

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Using the E-Dice
This chapter contains the following
topics:
ØE-Dice instructons
Note: Only some models are equipped with
E-Dice.
Note: The interface and functionality of these
features will depend on which software
was shipped with the computer model you
purchased.
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E-Dice Components and Connectors
Battery indicator Charging connector
Charging the E-Dice
The E-Dice has an internal rechargeable battery. If the indicator light blinks while
you are rolling the dice, this indicates the battery is low on power.
To charge the battery, do the following:
Put the E-Dice into the included USB power adapter and connect the adapter to
the USB connector on your computer.
Note: The indicator will blink while the E-Dice is charging. When the light
stays on constantly, the E-Dice is fully charged.

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Playing with the E-Dice
The E-Dice is paired in the factory for your convenience. It should work immediately
after plugging the dongle into your computer.
To play with the E-Dice, do the following:
1. Plug the dongle into USB connector of your computer.
2. Lay the computer face-up on a flat surface to switch the desktop interface to
the Aura program. Open the Lenovo Tycoon game and play the game with
the E-Dice as per the directions.
You may need to manually pair the E-Dice if it does not work.
To pair the E-Dice, do the following:
1. Open the Lenovo Tycoon game and go to the Dice Inspection interface. Click
the Inspection Start button in the pop-up dialog box, then roll the E-Dice. The
dice on the screen will roll and stop with the E-Dice.
2. Click Inspection Completed →OK to finish the pairing process.
Note: You need to pair all the E-Dice before playing a game. Only
successfully paired E-Dice can be used for the game.
If the E-Dice does not pair successfully, please do the following:
1. Check that the E-Dice battery has not run out or run low.
2. Check that the dongle is securely connected to your computer.
After checking the above, wait a few minutes and repeat the pairing process.

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Use and Maintenance
• TheminimumagerecommendedforusingtheE-Diceis14yearsold.
• KeeptheE-Diceawayfromwaterordampenvironments.Cleanthedicewitha
soft dry cloth.
• TheeffectiverangebetweentheE-Diceandthecomputeris2meters.Finda
comfortable posture when rolling the dice.
• MakesuretherearenophysicalobstaclesbetweentheE-Diceandthe
computer.
• Makesuretherearenoelectronicdevicescloseby,whichmightcreatestrong
electromagnetic fields that could interrupt the wireless connection, such as
speakers, remote controls for electronic toys or cell phones.
• AlwayskeeptheE-Diceanditspoweradaptercleantopreventdustbuildup.
• TheE-DiceanditsaccessoriesareonlycompatiblewiththeLenovoHorizon2e
model. Do not use them with other equipment.

Using Windows 8.1
This chapter contains the following
topics:
ØSwitching between the main Windows 8.1
interfaces
ØThe Charms Bar
ØShutting down the computer
ØSwitching between apps
ØClosing an app
ØOpening other system programs
ØWindows Help and Support
Attention: The Windows 8.1 operating system
is provided by Microsoft Corporation. Please
use it in accordance with the END USER
LICENSE AGREEMENT (EULA) between you
and Microsoft. For any question related to the
operating system, please contact Microsoft
directly.
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Switching between the main Windows 8.1
interfaces
Windows 8.1 comes with two main user interfaces: the Start Screen and the
Windows desktop.
To switch from the Start Screen to the Windows desktop, do one of the following:
• SelecttheWindowsdesktoptileontheStartScreen.
• PresstheWindowskey + D.
To switch from the desktop to the Start Screen, do one of the following:
• SelectStart from the Charms Bar.
• Movethecursortothebottomleftcorner,thenselecttheStartScreen
thumbnail when it is displayed.
• PresstheWindowskey .
The Charms Bar
Charms provide new and faster ways to perform many basic tasks.
To display the charms, do one of the following:
• Movethecursortothetoprightorbottomrightcornerofthescreen.
• Ifyourcomputerisequippedwithtouchscreen,swipeinfromtherightedgeof
the screen.
• PresstheWindowskey + C.
Shutting down the computer
To shut down the computer:
1. Move the cursor to the top right or bottom right corner of the screen, then click
Settings. (If your computer is equipped with touch screen, swipe in from the
right edge of the screen, then tap Settings.)
2. Select Power →Shutdown.

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Switching between apps
Sometimes you want to get back to an app you were just using, or quickly switch
through your recent apps.
To switch between apps:
Move the cursor to the top left corner, then click to bring in the next app. (If your
computer is equipped with touch screen, swipe in from the left edge of the screen
to bring in the next app.)
Closing an app
To close an app, do one of the following:
• Movethecursortothetopleftcornerofthescreen.Whenthethumbnail
appears, drag it to the bottom of the screen.
• Movethecursortothetopedgeofthescreen.Whenthecursorbecomesa
hand, drag the app page to the bottom of the screen.
• Ifyourcomputerisequippedwithtouchscreen,swipeinfromthetopedgeof
the screen. When the app page becomes smaller, drag it to the bottom of the
screen.
Opening other system programs
There is a fast way to open other system programs.
To open the menu, do one of the following:
• Movethecursortothebottomleftcornerofthescreen.Whenthethumbnail
appears, right-click with the mouse to open the menu.
• PresstheWindowskey + X.
Windows Help and Support
If you have a problem with the operating system, see the Windows Help and
Support file. To open the Windows Help and Support file, do one of the following:
• SelecttheSettings charm, then select Help.
• PresstheWindowskey + F1.
You can read the Windows Help and Support file on your computer. You can also
get online help and support by clicking on one of the two links listed under More
to explore.