Lenovo IdeaCentre A700 User manual

Version 1.0
Machine type: 10050
2010.04
Lenovo
IdeaCentre A7 Series
User Guide
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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 damage
to your product.
Danger: Be aware of extremely hazardous or lethal situations.
Attention: Be aware of possible damage to programs, devices, or data.
Note: Pay attention to this important information.
© Copyright Lenovo 2010.
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Contents
Contents
Important Safety Information
Chapter 1 Using the Computer Hardware.............................. 1
1.1 Front view................................................................................2
1.2 Left and right view of the computer .........................................3
1.3 Rear view of the computer.......................................................4
1.4 Computer stand instruction .....................................................5
1.5 Connecting your computer ......................................................8
1.6 Important information about using the computer ...................13
1.7 Wireless keyboard and mouse...............................................15
1.8 Using the Infra-red (IR) Remote Control .................................16
1.9 Using the Bluetooth remote control .......................................19
Chapter 2 Touch Screen Instructions ................................... 31
2.1 Touch Screen Calibration.......................................................32
2.2 User Gesture Instructions for the Touch screen......................32
2.3 Attentions when using the Touch Screen ...............................41
Chapter 3 Using the Rescue System .................................... 43
3.1 OneKey Recovery..................................................................44
3.2 Driver and Application Installation ..........................................44
3.3 System Setup........................................................................45
3.4 System Backup .....................................................................46
3.5 System Recovery ..................................................................46
3.6 Create Recovery Disc ............................................................46
Chapter 4 Using the Computer Software ............................. 47
4.1 Lenovo Dynamic Brightness system ......................................48
4.2 Lenovo Eye Distance System ................................................49
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Chapter 5 System Maintenance and Recovery.................... 51
5.1 Restoring the System ............................................................52
5.2 Backup and Restore..............................................................52
5.3 Cleaning Up the Disk .............................................................52
5.4 Checking For, and Correcting Disk Errors ..............................53
5.5 Defragmenting the Disk(s)......................................................53
5.6 Performing Daily Maintenance Tasks......................................53
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting and Confirming Setup.............. 55
6.1 Troubleshooting Display Problems .........................................56
6.2 Troubleshooting Audio Problems ...........................................57
6.3 Troubleshooting Software Problems.......................................57
6.4 Troubleshooting Problems with Optical Drives and Hard
Disks .....................................................................................58
6.5 Special considerations for troubleshooting Windows .............59
6.6 Wireless keyboard and mouse instructions ............................60
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Chapter
This chapter contains the following
topics:
Computer hardware introduction
Information on computer connections
Note: The descriptions in this chapter might
vary from your computer, depending on
computer models and configurations.
User Guide 1
Using the Computer Hardware
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1.1 Front view
(Only some models are equipped with touch screen)
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Built-in microphone Volume down
Camera Volume up
Power button Brightness down
Hard Disk Drive Indicator Brightness up
Bluetooth status indicator Novo Vision button
WIFI status indicator PC mode / HDMI-in / AV-in switch
combo
Indicator lights ON/OFF button LCD On/Off
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1.2 Left and right view of the computer
(Only some models are equipped with touch screen)
Attention: Be sure not to block any air vents on the computer. Blocked
air vents may cause thermal problems.
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Card reader Microphone port
IEEE 1394 port USB ports (2)
Headphone port Optical drive slot
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1.3 Rear view of the computer
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TV tuner port (selected models) SPDIF port
Bluetooth reset button HDMI in port
AV-IN ports HDMI out port
USB ports (4) Power socket
Ethernet port
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1.4 Computer stand instruction
35˚
12˚
Use the stand to position the display to your preference. It can be rotated between
12º and 35º from the vertical.
The stand provides stability to the computer; it is not a removable part.
Attention:
1. The computer stand must remain installed at all times to ensure
maximum system stability.
2. Make sure the angle of the computer is at least 12 degrees from the
vertical; otherwise the computer will be unstable and could fall over.
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To open the computer stand, do the following:
The computer can be mounted on the wall.
To mount the computer on the wall, you need to install a wall mount VESA bracket
adapter* (some models are shipped with this part) on the back of the computer
as following steps. Using this bracket adapter to install a UL listed standard wall
mount (purchased separately) to make the computer mounted on the wall.
Note: For this procedure, it helps to place the computer face-down on
a soft flat surface. Lenovo recommends that you use a blanket, towel,
or other soft cloth to protect the screen surface from scratches or other
damage.
1. Pull the computer stand up and slide the little pin up into the hinge to fix the
stand.
*VESA bracket adapter spec: VESA100, 100mm x 100mm, M4 bolts.
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2. Remove the 2 screws that secure the stand to the rear cover of the computer.
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3. Install the metal bracket on the computer.
1.5 Connecting your computer
Use the following information to connect your computer:
• Lookforthesmallconnectoriconsonthebackofyourcomputer.Matchthe
connectors to the icons.
Note: Your computer might not have all of the connectors that are
described in this section.
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1.5.1 Check the voltage rating before you connect the
equipment to an electrical outlet to ensure that the
required voltage and frequency match the available
power source.
1.5.2 Connect the keyboard cable to the appropriate keyboard
connector (USB connector).
1.5.3 Connect the mouse cable to the appropriate mouse
connector (USB connector).
1.5.4 Connect the monitor cable to the monitor connector on
the computer.
• IfyouhaveanHDMImonitor,connectthecabletotheportasshown.
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1.5.5Ifyouhaveaudiodevices,attachthemusingthe
following instructions:
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Microphone Use this connector to attach a microphone (purchased separately)
to your computer when you want to record sound or if you use
speech-recognition software.
Headphone Use this connector to attach headphones (purchased separately)
to your computer when you want to listen to music or other
sounds without disturbing anyone.
1.5.6Ifyouhavepoweredspeakerswithanadapter:
(This picture is only a sketch print, it does not show the actual figure of the speaker)
a. Connect the cable that runs between the speakers if necessary. On some
speakers, this cable is permanently attached.
b. Connect the adapter cable to the speaker if necessary. On some speakers, this
cable is permanently attached.
c. Connect the speakers to the Headphone port on the computer.
d. Connect the adapter to the power source.
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1.5.7Ifyouhavepoweredspeakerswithoutanadapter:
(This picture is only a sketch print, it does not show the actual figure of the speaker)
a. Connect the cable that runs between the speakers if necessary. On some
speakers, this cable is permanently attached.
b. Connect the cable to the speaker if necessary. On some speakers, this cable is
permanently attached.
c. Connect the speakers to the Headphone port on the computer.
d. Connect the plug to the power source.
Note: Some models are not equipped with external speakers.
1.5.8 Connect any additional devices that you have. Your
computer might not have all connectors shown.
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TV IN
USB connector Use this connector to attach a device that requires a
USB connection.
Network adapter
connector
Use this connector to attach the computer to an
ethernet-type local area network.
TV-Tuner connector
(IECtype)
Only supported on systems with optional TV tuner
card (Some models are equipped with this connector).
TV antenna
connector (F type)
To connect the signal input cable for CATV (Some
models are equipped with this connector).
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1.5.9 Connect the power cords properly to grounded electrical
outlets.
1.5.10YourcomputerisequippedwithaMemoryCardReader
Connector,itisabletoread/writedatafrom:
SD, SDHC, MMC, MS, MS-Pro
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1.6 Important information about using the computer
Press the power button on the side of the computer to turn it on.
Note: The buttons at the bottom of the screen are touch buttons. When
you touch these, the indicator lights turn on.
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Hold the computer tightly when you carry it.
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1.7 Wireless keyboard and mouse
Refer to the Wireless keyboard and mouse instruction in
Quick Reference for more information about the bluetooth
connection.
LVT
LVT —— After entering Windows, press this key to launch the LVT (Lenovo
Vantage Technology) program, Lenovo's pre-loaded Home PC software.
In addition to its own functions, the LVT program will allow you to start
other Windows compatible software, specially configured to run on this
model of computer.
F2 —— Your computer has the Lenovo Rescue System installed. To learn more
about this program, turn on the computer, and when the Lenovo logo
appears, press the F2 key and the Lenovo Rescue System will open.
—— When the battery indicator light blinks red, it means that the battery
power of the keyboard becomes low.
—— When the battery indicator light blinks white, it means that the keyboard
is being connected.
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