MAXDATA Multimedia Notebook Computer User manual

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User Guide -
Multimedia Notebook Computer

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Contents
NOTE ............................................................................................................ 43
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION .................................................. 46
SHIPPING CONTENTS .......................................................................... 48
PREPARATION....................................................................................... 49
INSERTINGTHE BATTERY ............................................................................ 50
REMOVINGTHE BATTERY ............................................................................ 50
POWER SUPPLY ........................................................................................... 51
SWITCHINGTHE COMPUTER ON ................................................................. 52
POWER MANAGEMENT ............................................................................... 53
SYSTEM OVERVIEW .............................................................................. 54
LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES ............................................................................... 54
REAR VIEW .................................................................................................. 55
UNDERSIDE .................................................................................................. 55
EXPLANATION OF LED DISPLAYS ................................................................ 56
HOT KEYS ..................................................................................................... 57
THE QUICK LAUNCH KEYS ........................................................................... 58
THE KEYBOARD ........................................................................................... 58
THETOUCHPAD ............................................................................................ 59
THE FLOPPY DISK DRIVE ............................................................................. 59
THE CD-ROM/DVD DRIVE ............................................................................ 60
THE PC CARD SLOT ..................................................................................... 60
THE DATA/FAX MODEM ............................................................................... 61
INSTALLATION ADVICE ......................................................................... 62
RESTORINGTHE DRIVERS ........................................................................... 62
WINDOWS XP .............................................................................................. 62
SETTINGTHE RESOLUTION .......................................................................... 63
FAST INFRARED SETTING ....................................................................... 63
Windows 2000 .............................................................................................. 64
SETTINGTHE RESOLUTION ..................................................................... 64
MODEM INSTALLATION .......................................................................... 65
REGIONAL SETTINGS ............................................................................. 65
Windows 98 ................................................................................................ 66
SETTINGTHE RESOLUTION .................................................................... 66
MODEM INSTALLATION .......................................................................... 67
FAST INFRARED SETTING ....................................................................... 67
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................... 6 8
FAULT DIAGNOSIS AND TROUBLESHOOTING ................................... 72

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NOTE
The company reserves the right to make unadvertised modifications to
this document. Information contained in this document is intended solely
for reference purposes and in no way constitutes a basis for asserting
obligations on the part of the manufacturer or vendor. Neither the
manufacturer nor the vendor accept liability for any errors or
inaccuracies that this document may contain. Nor is liability accepted for
damages or losses that arise from the incorrect application of this guide.
No part of this document and the accompanying software may be
copied, translated, or distributed without the prior permission of the
dealer, manufacturer, or authors. Archive copies for private use are
excepted from this rule. The use of this product’s trademarks is subject
to the conditions listed in the advanced service handbook on the device
drivers and utilities CD-ROM. Brand or product names mentioned in this
document may be names protected by copyright law or registered
trademarks of other companies. These are mentioned only for
identification purposes and have no recommendatory character in
respect of the product or manufacturer.
© May 2002
Legal Notes
You can find additional legal notes and conditions in the advanced
service handbook on the device drivers and utilities CD-ROM (Utility
CD).
Acrobat and the Acrobat logo are trademarks of Adobe Systems
Incorporated or its subsidiaries. In certain jurisdictions these trademarks
may be registered.
Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
MS-DOS, Windows, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows
2000, Windows XP, and Windows NT are registered trademarks of
Microsoft.
Application & References
This user guide offers an introduction and is intended to provide
instructions for your first steps with your new computer. For more in-
depth specialist information, please consult the advanced service
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All references refer to the accompanying device drivers and utilities CD-
ROM, which contains the advanced service handbook (in Adobe Acrobat
format), drivers, and special utilities for your notebook. If you wish to use
an operating system that is not mentioned in these documents, consult
the README files on the CD-ROM for the relevant information. Please
also consult your dealer to make sure that it is possible to run your
chosen operating system on your notebook. The operating system is not
contained on the device drivers and utilities CD-ROM.
Note: Some or all system configurations may have been made already. If
this is not the case or if parts of the system need to be reconfigured,
please consult the advanced service handbook on the device drivers and
utilities CD-ROM for instructions on how to do this.
Declaration:
This device meets the EN 55022 product standard for interference
emissions, the EN 50082-1 basic standard for interference, and the
EN 60950 low voltage directive standard.
If any modification that has not been agreed with the manufacturer is
made to the device, adherence to these standards can no longer be
guaranteed.
To ensure electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), please observe the
information given in the handbook.
Sound Power Level
The workplace-based sound power level is less than 55 dB A.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Note
This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operator Note:

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This device has been carefully RF suppressed and tested to avoid radio
interference. However, please pay attention to the following concerning
external data cables:
If it becomes necessary to replace a data cable specified by the
manufacturer, then for correct radio interference suppression the
operator must ensure that replacement cables match the original cable
also as pertains to screening quality.
Use only screened cables and external devices that are identical with
this product in safety level and EMC behavior.
In case of non-observance, compliance with the standards mentioned
above is no longer guaranteed.
CD-ROM Drive:
The built-in CD-ROM drive is a Class 1 laser product. Do not open the
device and do not look into the beam, not even with optical instruments.
Unless the drive is expressly designated for the simultaneous use of
more than one CD, never insert more than one CD into the drive.
Returning the Device
We offer a return guarantee: We use materials that
allow professional reprocessing or disposal. This
means that your notebook is fully recyclable. The
outside packaging and all inner parts of the box can
be disposed of as waste paper.

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Safety Information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Although the notebook is highly robust, it is not indestructible.To prevent
damage from occurring, please pay attention to the following:
• Avoid exposing the notebook to strong shocks or vibrations.
• Keep it away from intense heat (radiators, direct sunlight).
• Protect the notebook from electromagnetic interference.
This will also prevent data loss.
• Don’t expose it to moisture. This is an electrical device!
• Be sure to use the correct power supply.
Always use an approved power adapter.
The power adapter requires a fluctuation-free and
uninterrupted power supply. If you have any
questions, consult your local electricity supply
company.
The power adapter must be fitted with a grounded
(earthed) plug.
Never pull the cable to unplug the power supply – always pull the plug
itself.
Disconnect the external power supply (power adapter or car adapter)
before cleaning the computer.
• Notes on Using Batteries
Only ever use batteries designed for use with this computer.
Recharge batteries via the notebook.
Do not attempt to repair faulty batteries yourself.
Entrust repairs to your dealer or qualified service
personnel.
Keep damaged batteries away from children and
dispose of them properly as soon as possible. Exercise
caution in handling damaged batteries.
Batteries may explode if exposed to fire or improperly
handled or disposed of.
WARNING
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Safety Information
The notebook is provided with a battery. The battery is recyclable. It is
prohibited by law to dispose of the battery in ordinary household waste.
If you have questions concerning proper disposal, consult your garbage
collection service.
• Note on system clock battery
Caution: There is a risk of explosion if batteries are
installed incorrectly. Replace the battery only with a
battery recommended by the manufacturer or with a
battery of the same type. Dispose of the battery
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Servicing
Do Not Service Your Computer Yourself! You could invalidate your
warranty rights and expose yourself and the device to the risk of
electrical shock. If servicing is required, consult qualified service
personnel. Disconnect the computer from the power supply.
If the following problems occur, consult qualified service personnel:
- Power adapter or power cable is damaged or frayed.
- Liquid has entered the computer.
- Despite operating it correctly, the computer is not
functioning properly.
- The computer has been dropped or damaged.
• Cleaning
Never apply cleaning agents directly to the computer. Use only a soft,
lint-free cloth. Never use volatile (petroleum distillates) or scouring
cleaning agents.
WARNING
WARNING

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Shipping Contents
SHIPPING CONTENTS
Before you begin installing your notebook, make sure that all
components are present.
If any item listed in the shipping contents is missing from your computer
package, please contact your dealer immediately.
• Notebook
• Battery
• Utility CD
• Power adapter
• Power cable
• User guide
• CD or DVD-ROM drive (built in)
• Modem cable
Please retain the original packaging in case you need to send the device
in for repairs or upgrades.

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Preparation
PREPARATION
Before first using the computer, make sure you are familiar with the
individual components of your system.
Slide the catch (1) to the right and open the display.
(1) Catch
(2) USB interface
(3) i.Link 1394 port
(4) Microphone input
(5) Loudspeaker /
headphones
(1) LCD display
(2) Status LEDs
(3) ON/OFF button
(4) Hot keys
(5) Keyboard
(6) TouchPad and buttons
(7) Loudspeaker input
(8) Hand rest
Fig. 1
Fig. 2

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Preparation
INSERTING THE BATTERY
Fig. 3
The battery is included in the notebook’s
shipping contents. This battery is only
partially charged.
Take the new battery out of its
packaging.
Now slide the battery into the battery
slot in the direction of the arrow until it
clicks into place.
The battery can now be charged up.
Make sure that you allow the battery to charge for TWO
hours if the computer is switched off, or for FIVE hours if
the computer is switched on.
It is absolutely essential that the first time you charge the
battery you fully charge it. Do not unplug the notebook
from the power adapter until the battery is fully charged!
REMOVING THE BATTERY
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2
Slide the catch (1) upwards. The
battery is released.
Pull the battery out of the battery slot
in the direction of the arrow (2).
You can now run the notebook with
the power adapter alone.
Fig. 4
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Fig. 5
The notebook is supplied with a power cable and a
universal, self-adjusting power adapter. The power
adapter can operate with any constant voltage
between 100 and 240 volts.
To use the power adapter:
1. Connect the power cable to the power adapter.
2. Connect the power adapter to the DC IN socket
on the computer.
3. Connect the power cable to a power outlet.
You can choose to
run the notebook via
battery or power
supply.
The first time you
use the computer,
you need to use the
power adapter. Use
only the supplied
power adapter.
Using the wrong
power adapter can
cause damage to the
computer.
The power adapter
contains no
serviceable parts.
NEVER OPENTHE
POWER ADAPTER !
POWER SUPPLY
Preparation
WARNING
WARNING
DANGER OF DEATH !

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Preparation
SWITCHING THE COMPUTER ON
You’ve completed the preparation.
Now press and hold the on/off button
for one second to switch on the
notebook.
Once the computer is switched on, the
on/off button can perform several
functions depending on the energy
settings.
In the standard settings, pressing it
again will switch off the computer.
Note:
Please note that with the Windows
operating systems you should always
switch off the computer as follows:
Click the Start button
Select Shut Down
Click OK
This avoids problems with the hard
disk and operating system.
Tip:
If you experience a program or system crash,
press the Ctrl + Alt + Del keys all at the same
time. If you’re lucky this will enable you to end
only the task that has crashed and/or restart
the computer
(warm start). If this does not work, hold down
the on/off button for more than four seconds –
this will switch off the computer. You can now
start up the computer as normal (cold start).
Fig. 6
The operating system is installed the first time you switch on the
computer. Please follow the operating system’s installation instructions
here.
After installation and restarting, the computer is ready to use.
The basic graphics functions allow you to modify the resolution, color
depth, and desktop appearance.
If you want to use the additional graphics functions such as TV Out,
monitor port, multidisplay, etc., then you need to install the advanced
VGA driver from the Utility CD.
You can find more detailed information on this from page 26 onwards in
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Power Management
POWER MANAGEMENT
Your system is compatible with APM and the
newer (and more efficient) ACPI energy saving
system.
HARDWARE (Battery Status & Warnings)
After completing the POST (power-on self-test),
the battery status display shows the charge state
of the battery. The symbol flashes when the
battery charge is low. Save your data immediately
and connect the power adapter.
Low charge level & SUSPEND
When the battery runs low (without the power
adapter connected), one of these two protective
functions is automatically activated:
Without Save-to-Disk
If there is no save-to-disk file or partition set up on
your system, then current data will be stored in
RAM and the system automatically switches into
suspend mode.
With Save-to-Disk
Data is saved in the special file or partition on the
hard disk reserved for this purpose. The computer
then automatically switches off.
If there is no save-to-disk file or partition available,
the system switches into suspend mode.
Note on PC Cards
Never unplug a PC card
while the system is in
save-to-disk mode. This
would deactivate the
slot and problems could
occur with a modified
system configuration
the next time you start
up the computer
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System Overview
SYSTEM OVERVIEW
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LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES
(1) USB ports
(2) Network port
(3) Modem port
(4) CD or DVD-ROM drive *
(5) CD audio volume control
(6) Emergency opening mechanism *²
(7) CD eject button
(8) PC card slot
(9) PC card release catch
* depending on model
*² use a thin object (e.g. a
straightened paperclip)
Only use if you need to open the CD-
ROM drive without a power supply.
(1) Battery
(2) Floppy disk drive with eject button
(3) Ventilation slots *
(4) S/PDIF (optical digital audio) output
(5) Power in socket
(6) Power and
Fig. 7
Fig. 8
* All air intake and ventilation
openings must be kept free
from obstructions at all
times. If not, the device is
liable to overheat.
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System Overview
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REAR VIEW
Fig. 9
(1) Kensington lock
(2) Ventilation slots *
(3) Connector for external monitor
(4) S-Video TV output
(5) Infrared interface
* All air intake and ventilation
openings must be kept free from
obstructions at all times.
If not, the device is liable to
overheat.
Fig. 10
UNDERSIDE
(1) Ventilation slots *
(2) Hard disk slot
(3) Battery pack and
release catch
(4) Removable disk drive
with release catch
The floppy disk drive can
be removed after releasing
the catch and replaced
with an optionally available
CDRW drive.
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System Overview
EXPLANATION OF LED DISPLAYS
Hard disk is being accessed.
Floppy disk or CD-ROM drive is being
accessed.
Lights when Num Lock is on.
Lights when Caps Lock is on.
Lights when Scroll Lock is on.
Symbol Meaning
Flashing orange: battery charging
Flashing green: battery charge is low
Flashing green: the notebook is in
suspend mode
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Table 2
System Overview
Fn + F1
Fn + F3
Fn + F4
Fn + F5
Fn + F6
Fn + F7
Fn + F8
Fn +
Num Lo ck
Scroll
Lock
Symbol MeaningKeys
Starts the suspend mode
Switches the battery warning on/off
Switches between LCD / monitor /
both
Increases the volume
Reduces the volume
Increases LCD contrast
Reduces LCD contrast
Switches Scroll Lock off/on
Switches Num Lock off/on
The numbers are printed in the upper
right corner of each key.
This facilitates numeric data entry.
HOT KEYS
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THE QUICK LAUNCH KEYS
There are three quick launch keys just
above the keyboard. You can use these
to launch frequently used applications.
(1) Starts the Internet browser
(2) This button launches the e-mail
program
(3) User-customizable
The driver for activating this
function is provided on the Utility
CD. The path is \Utility\QKey
e.g.: D:\Utility\QKey\setup.exe
Fig. 11
System Overview
THE KEYBOARD
Your notebook’s keyboard has all the functions of a
normal AT-compatible keyboard plus some extras:
These keys correspond to a typewriter’s keys.
In many operating systems (and applications),
special functions are available via these keys. You
can find more detailed information on this in the
relevant handbooks.
These keys (and key combinations) are used for
controlling various hardware functions.
Press Fn + Num Lock to activate this
field
The LED lights up
Fig. 12
Typewriter -
Function keys -
Special keys -