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Item

Description

1

Kensington lock 
slot

Connects to a Kensington-compatible 
computer security lock.
Note: Wrap the computer security lock 
cable around an immovable object such 
as a table or handle of a locked drawer. 
Insert the lock into the notch and turn 
the key to secure the lock. Some keyless 
models are also available.

2

DC-in jack

Connects to an AC adapter.

3

Ethernet (RJ-45) 
port

Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-
based network.

4

External display 
(VGA) port

Connects to a display device (e.g., 
external monitor, LCD projector).

5

HDMI

HDMI port

Supports high definition digital video 
connections.

6

eSATA

eSATA port

Connects to eSATA devices.

7

USB 2.0 port

Connect to USB 2.0 devices (e.g., USB 
mouse, USB camera).

8

Line-in jack

Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio 
CD player, stereo walkman, mp3 player)

Microphone jack

Accepts inputs from external 
microphones.

Headphones/
speaker/line-out 
jack with S/PDIF 
support

Connects to audio line-out devices 
(e.g., speakers, headphones).

9

ExpressCard/54 
slot

Accepts one ExpressCard/54 module.

Summary of Contents for Aspire 5940 Series

Page 1: ...Aspire 5940 Series Quick Guide ...

Page 2: ...ber ___________________________________ Date of purchase ________________________________ Place of purchase ________________________________ Copyright 2009 All Rights Reserved Aspire 5940 Series Quick Guide Original Issue 08 2009 Aspire 5940 Series Notebook PC ...

Page 3: ... in the text with language such as only for certain models The Quick Guide introduces you to the basic features and functions of your new computer For more on how your computer can help you to be more productive please refer to the AcerSystem User Guide This guide contains detailed information on such subjects as system utilities data recovery expansion options and troubleshooting In addition it c...

Page 4: ...ter setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters poster let us show you around your new Acer notebook Top view Icon Item Description 1 Acer Crystal Eye webcam Web camera for video communication only for certain models ...

Page 5: ... like a computer mouse 7 HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is active Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is activated Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated Power1 Indicates the computer s power status Battery1 Indicates the computer s battery status 1 Charging The light shows amber when the battery is charging 2 Fully charged The light shows blue when in AC mode 8 Click buttons left ce...

Page 6: ... Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output 15 Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight off to save power Press any key to return Hotkey Icon Function Description Fn F2 System property Starts System Property for displaying system information Fn F4 Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode Fn F5 Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen external monitor if connec...

Page 7: ...m Description 1 CIR receiver Receives signals from a remote control Item Description 1 Tuba The dedicated Tuba CineBass subwoofer pumps out earthshaking movie house audio 2 Ventilation slots Enable the computer to stay cool even after prolonged use ...

Page 8: ...Ethernet 10 100 1000 based network 4 External display VGA port Connects to a display device e g external monitor LCD projector 5 HDMI HDMI port Supports high definition digital video connections 6 eSATA eSATA port Connects to eSATA devices 7 USB 2 0 port Connect to USB 2 0 devices e g USB mouse USB camera 8 Line in jack Accepts audio line in devices e g audio CD player stereo walkman mp3 player Mi...

Page 9: ... drive Internal optical drive accepts CDs or DVDs 4 Optical disk access indicator Lights up when the optical drive is active 5 Optical drive eject button Ejects the optical disk from the drive 6 Emergency eject hole Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off Note Insert a paper clip to the emergency eject hole to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is off 7 USB 2 0 po...

Page 10: ...ttery for removal 3 Hard disk bay Houses the computer s hard disk secured with screws 4 Memory compartment Houses the computer s main memory 5 Battery lock Locks the battery in position 6 Ventilation slots and cooling fan Enable the computer to stay cool even after prolonged use Note Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan ...

Page 11: ...es Display 16 9 aspect ratio 15 6 HD 1366 x 768 TV tuner Digital TV tuner supporting DVB T Graphics ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4650 Audio Dolby optimized surround sound system with two built in stereo speakers True5 1 channel surround sound output High definition audio support S PDIF Sony Philips Digital Interface support for digital speakers Acer PureZone technology with two built in stereo microphon...

Page 12: ... W x 274 D x 26 39 5 H mm 15 0 x 10 8 x 1 0 1 6 inches 3 0 kg 6 6 lbs with 6 cell battery Power subsystem ACPI 3 0 48 8 W 4400 mAh 71 W 4800 mAh 3 pin 90 W AC adapter ENERGY STAR Special keys and controls 86 87 91 key keyboard Touchpad pointing device I O interface Acer Bio Protection fingerprint reader ExpressCard 54 slot Multi in 1 card reader SD MMC MMCPlus MS MS PRO xD USB 2 0 port HDMI port w...

Page 13: ...ecifications listed above are for reference only The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased Environment Temperature Operating 5 C to 35 C Non operating 20 C to 65 C Humidity non condensing Operating 20 to 80 Non operating 20 to 80 ...

Page 14: ...ay vary If your computer has a TV tuner it includes a complete set of cables NTSC converter optional DVB T antenna only for certain models and a remote control for use with the Windows Media Center These include 1 Antenna connector and cable converter 2 Optional DVB T digital TV antenna VHF and UHF compatible only for certain models 3 Remote control ...

Page 15: ...r prompts you to acquire one Additionally some TV content might be marked as protected by the TV content owner broadcaster or originator The terms of the content protection are specified by the content provider and transmitted with the TV show If the show is recorded the content protection terms are stored with the recorded TV file and enforced upon playback Some shows or portions of a recorded sh...

Page 16: ...ropriate section Watching TV using the optional DVB T digital TV antenna only for certain models DVB T digital TV is an international standard that is used to transmit terrestrial television services in digital format It is gradually replacing analog broadcasts in many countries The DVB T digital antenna can be used with Windows Media Center to watch local DVB T digital TV broadcasts on your noteb...

Page 17: ...cket to watch TV on your computer Connecting antenna cables To connect your cables 1 Plug the antenna connector into the RF jack of your computer 2 Connect the other end to your TV cable using the cable converter if necessary Important Please ensure you use the correct cable system for your region before attempting to connect the antenna cable ...

Page 18: ...lt choice is correct select Yes followed by Next If incorrect first select No followed by Next before choosing your correct region Select Next to continue 5 Next you will be presented with a choice of TV signals Select Antenna then select DVB T 6 You will then be asked if you have a set top box Select No then press OK to continue 7 Windows Media Center will then scan for available TV services Clic...

Page 19: ...nd Windows Media Center This will open the Windows Media Center main page 2 Select TV from the main page 3 Click on Live TV to begin watching If you have not started your computer you may use InstantOn Arcade only for certain models 1 Push the InstantOn button on your computer 2 Push the Live TV button on your remote ...

Page 20: ...e control for use with Windows Media Center the table below explains the functions When using Windows pushing the POWER button will put your computer into Standby mode push it again to resume When using InstantOn Arcade push the POWER button to shut down your computer ...

Page 21: ...ncrease or decrease the audio playback level 12 Start Open or close Windows Media Center 13 Color buttons Teletext shortcut functions 14 TeleText Turn teletext on or off 15 Enter Activate the current selection 16 Power Enter or wake from Standby mode 17 DVD Menu Display DVD menu 18 Stop Stop current playing or recording operation 19 Fast Forward Speed up playback or go to next picture 20 Skip Forw...

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